Damon Braces (Damon System) in Bangkok: What They Are, Cost and Who They Suit
Damon braces (Damon System) are fixed braces with self-ligating brackets. At Smile & Co. Dental Clinic they cost about 76,000–89,000 THB (not including first-visit costs, retainers, pre-treatment dental work, or mini-screws/auxiliary appliances if needed) and take about 1–3 years (depending on the case). Each bracket has a built-in clip that holds the wire, so no elastic ties are needed and there are no ties to change every month. Adjustment visits are usually about every 1.5–2 months, which suits people who cannot visit the dentist often.
Reviewed by Dr. Natthanan Rujeerapaiboon, orthodontist · Updated November 2026
Damon braces
This article covers what Damon braces are, how much they cost, their benefits and limitations, and how Damon Q, Damon Clear and Damon Ultima differ, to help you decide.
What Are Damon Braces?
Damon braces, or the Damon System, is a self-ligating fixed brace system made by Ormco. It was developed by American orthodontist Dr. Dwight Damon and is used worldwide.
Damon braces do not need elastic ties on the brackets
The key feature of Damon braces is the passive self-ligating bracket, which works with special archwires. The wire slides smoothly in the bracket and delivers light, continuous force.
Without elastic or wire ties, there are no worn-out elastics or wire ends poking the cheek, and because there are no ties to replace, the orthodontist can usually space adjustment visits further apart instead of every month.
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What Damon Brackets Look Like
Damon brackets are self-ligating brackets with a built-in clip that opens and closes to hold the wire instead of elastic ties. The system is designed so the wire slides with low friction and light force. Many patients feel less discomfort than with conventional tied braces, although every patient is different.
Damon braces appliance
Because Damon brackets have a built-in clip (self-ligating clip), there are no elastic ties on the brackets, which is where food and plaque can collect, so cleaning is easier.
How Are Damon Braces Different from Other Braces?
Compared with conventional metal braces with elastic ties, Damon braces differ as follows.
Damon Braces Compared with Conventional Metal Braces
- Brackets: Damon brackets are metal or clear and hold the wire with a built-in clip. Conventional metal braces use coloured elastic ties, which are replaced at every visit.
- Appointments: Conventional braces usually need a visit about once a month to change the ties. Damon braces have no ties to change, so visits are usually about every 1.5–2 months.
- Number of clinic visits: Treatment time depends on the case, but Damon helps you visit the clinic less often. For example, over 2 years you may come in about 12–16 times instead of about 24 times with monthly visits. There are no ties to put on tooth by tooth, so each wire change is quick and you need less time off work.
Who Are Damon Braces Suitable For?
- People who cannot visit the dentist often
- People who want less visible braces can choose Damon Clear, a clear bracket that blends with the teeth
- People with crowded teeth: in some cases, the Damon System can widen the dental arch without an extra expansion appliance, depending on the orthodontist’s assessment
- Both routine and complex cases, used with other appliances such as mini-screws as planned by the orthodontist
Types of Damon Braces
Smile & Co. Dental Clinic offers 3 Damon options: Damon Q, Damon Clear and Damon Ultima, described below.
Damon Q Braces
Silver-coloured metal brackets
Damon Clear Braces
Tooth-coloured clear brackets
Damon Ultima Braces
9th-generation Ormco metal brackets, paired with a dedicated wire
Damon Clear and Other Clear Braces
Damon Clear is a clear Damon bracket that blends with the teeth. It works the same way as Damon Q, with a built-in clip and no elastic ties, so cleaning is easy and visits are spaced further apart.
Damon Clear suits people who want the benefits of the Damon System with braces that are less noticeable at work or in photos.
Besides Damon Clear, there are 2 other less visible options:
- Invisalign clear aligners, which are removable clear trays
- Ceramic braces, which are tooth-coloured fixed brackets
Conventional ceramic braces still use elastic ties like metal braces, while Invisalign uses clear trays with no brackets or wires but must be worn about 22 hours a day. Your orthodontist will help you choose the option that suits your teeth.
How Do Damon Q, Damon Clear and Damon Ultima Differ?
All 3 are tie-free Damon systems with a built-in clip. They differ in material, visibility and design details.
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| Damon Q | Damon Clear | Damon Ultima | |
| Material / colour | Silver metal | Clear ceramic that blends with teeth | Silver metal (9th generation by Ormco) |
| Visibility | Visible | Less noticeable | Visible |
| Highlights | Standard Damon system, lowest starting price of the 3 | For people who want less visible braces | The manufacturer designed the bracket slot to pair with a dedicated wire to help control root angulation during finishing; your orthodontist will advise which cases suit it |
| Bracket placement (upper / lower) | 14,000 / 14,000 THB | 16,000 / 16,000 THB | 16,000 / 16,000 THB |
| Adjustments | 3,000 THB per instalment | 3,000 THB per instalment | 3,000 THB per instalment |
| Total treatment price | 76,000–85,000 THB | 80,000–89,000 THB | 80,000–89,000 THB |
Damon Ultima is Ormco’s 9th-generation Damon system (Ormco has made Damon since 1997). Its bracket slot is designed to pair with a dedicated wire. The manufacturer designed it to give orthodontists finer control of rotation, tipping and root torque, especially when finishing treatment, and it has a repositionable Ultima Hook for use with elastics.
The right option depends on your teeth and needs. Your orthodontist will advise you at your consultation.
Damon Braces Treatment Steps
- Consult the orthodontist for an assessment of your teeth and jaw, and records such as impressions or a digital scan, photos and X-rays. You will learn the benefits and limitations of Damon braces compared with other options before deciding.
- Complete any dental work before braces, such as scaling, extractions, fillings or wisdom tooth removal.
- Book an appointment to place the brackets.
- After placement, the orthodontist will adjust the wire about every 1.5–2 months.
- When treatment is finished, the braces are removed and impressions are taken for retainers to hold the teeth in place. Wear your retainers as advised so your teeth do not move back.
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Damon Braces Cost
Damon braces at Smile & Co. Dental Clinic cost about 76,000–89,000 THB for the whole treatment, depending on the option and the case (not including first-visit costs, retainers, pre-treatment dental work, or mini-screws/auxiliary appliances if needed). This is higher than conventional metal braces at 39,000–48,000 THB because Damon brackets are a tie-free system with a built-in clip.
First visit (consultation and records) You can come for a consultation only. The consultation fee is 500 THB and can be fully deducted from your treatment cost when you start. When you are ready to start, records include impressions 1,000 THB and orthodontic X-rays 1,700 THB, a total of 2,700 THB. Any dental work is then completed before the brackets are placed.
Damon braces prices
| Item | Total treatment price |
| Damon Q (metal brackets) | 76,000–85,000 THB |
| Damon Clear (clear brackets) | 80,000–89,000 THB |
| Damon Ultima (metal brackets, 9th generation by Ormco) | 80,000–89,000 THB |
Payment plan
| Item | Payment |
| Upper bracket placement | 14,000–16,000 THB |
| Lower bracket placement | 14,000–16,000 THB |
| Each adjustment visit | 3,000 THB per instalment until the treatment price is paid |
Once fully paid, further adjustment visits have no extra charge. If treatment finishes before full payment, the remaining balance is paid on the day the braces are removed.
Other costs
| Item | Price |
| Orthodontic consultation | 500 THB (fully deductible when you start treatment) |
| Impressions / intraoral scan | 1,000 THB |
| Orthodontic X-rays (panoramic + lateral ceph + bitewing) | 1,700 THB |
| Pre-treatment dental work (scaling, fillings, extractions; excludes wisdom tooth surgery) | 10% discount |
| Mini-screws / auxiliary appliances (some cases) | Priced per case |
| Retainers | 4,000 THB per pair (upper and lower) |
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Before, During and After Damon Braces
A typical Damon braces treatment goes like this:
- Before Damon braces See an orthodontist to plan treatment and choose the right appliance. Once you decide, get your mouth ready, for example with a check-up, scaling, and treatment of any cavities, gum inflammation or mouth sores.
- During Damon braces The orthodontist places the brackets and explains how to care for them, such as cleaning, and which foods to eat or avoid to reduce the risk of damaged, broken or loose brackets.
- After Damon braces Once the braces are removed, wear your retainers as advised to help hold your teeth in place.
Consultation for Damon Braces
Damon braces suit many people, but not every case. The orthodontist will examine and assess your teeth first, then recommend the right appliance.
There are many types of braces, including metal, ceramic, Damon and Invisalign. A consultation helps you choose the option that suits your teeth and lifestyle.
At Smile & Co. Dental Clinic, treatment is provided by orthodontists trained at Mahidol and Chulalongkorn Universities, who speak English. The consultation fee is 500 THB (fully deductible when you start treatment).
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Damon brackets use a sliding clip instead of elastic ties, designed to reduce friction between the wire and the bracket, and you do not need to come in every month to change ties.
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Benefits of Damon Braces
- Brackets have a built-in clip with no elastic ties, so there are no ties to change every month.
- Designed so the wire slides smoothly with light force; many patients feel less discomfort than with tied braces, although every patient is different.
- Adjustment visits are spaced about every 1.5–2 months, which suits busy people.
- No elastic ties on the brackets, so cleaning around the brackets is easier.
- In some cases, it can widen the dental arch without an extra expansion appliance, depending on the orthodontist’s assessment.
- A clear option (Damon Clear) for less visible braces, and Damon Ultima, Ormco’s 9th-generation metal bracket.
Damon Braces at Smile & Co. Dental Clinic
Smile & Co. Dental Clinic offers Damon Q, Damon Clear and Damon Ultima, provided by orthodontists trained at Mahidol and Chulalongkorn Universities, with an iTero Lumina digital scanner. The clinic is on the 3rd floor of Wannasorn Tower, near BTS Phaya Thai (Exit 4), and is open every day. Our orthodontists speak English.
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Advantages of Damon Braces
Many patients choose Damon braces because there are no ties to change every month, visits are about every 1.5–2 months, and cleaning is easy.
The Damon System is designed so the wire slides smoothly in the bracket with low friction, so teeth move with light, continuous force, and without elastic ties brushing is easier.
Limitations of Damon Braces
The price is higher than conventional metal braces, but it can be paid in instalments, and some cases still need elastics or auxiliary appliances as planned.
How Long Does Damon Braces Treatment Take?
Damon braces treatment usually takes about 1–3 years, depending on the condition of your teeth. Severe crowding may take longer. The Damon System helps you visit less often because there are no ties to change every month.
Do Damon Braces Hurt?
For the first few days after the brackets are placed or the wire is adjusted, your teeth may feel tight or sore, which is normal with any braces. The Damon System is designed to use light force with low friction between the wire and the bracket, so many patients feel less discomfort than with tied braces, although every patient is different. If it hurts a lot or something pokes your cheek, contact the clinic.
Do Damon Braces Need Elastics?
Damon brackets hold the wire with a built-in clip, so no elastic ties are needed on the brackets. Some cases may still need orthodontic elastics as advised by your orthodontist to correct the bite.
Damon Braces FAQ
How much do Damon braces cost?
Damon Q costs about 76,000–85,000 THB, and Damon Clear and Damon Ultima about 80,000–89,000 THB for the whole treatment (not including first-visit costs, retainers, pre-treatment dental work, or mini-screws/auxiliary appliances if needed). You can pay in instalments: 14,000–16,000 THB on the day the upper brackets are placed and the same for the lower brackets, then 3,000 THB at each adjustment visit.
How are Damon braces different from metal braces?
Conventional metal braces use elastic ties to hold the wire and usually need monthly visits to change them. Damon braces use a built-in clip with no ties, so visits are about every 1.5–2 months and cleaning is easier. Conventional metal braces cost about 39,000–48,000 THB, while Damon braces cost about 76,000–89,000 THB.
How do Damon Q, Damon Clear and Damon Ultima differ?
Damon Q uses metal brackets, Damon Clear uses clear brackets that blend with the teeth, and Damon Ultima is the 9th-generation metal bracket by Ormco paired with a dedicated wire. None of them need elastic ties. Your orthodontist will recommend the right one for you.
Do Damon braces hurt?
For the first few days after placement or an adjustment, your teeth may feel tight or sore, which is normal with any braces. The Damon System is designed to use light force with low friction, so many patients feel less discomfort than with tied braces, although every patient is different.
How long do Damon braces take?
On average about 1–3 years. Total treatment time depends on the case; the key advantage of Damon is that you visit the clinic less often, with adjustments about every 1.5–2 months.
Are Damon braces faster?
Treatment time depends on the case. The main advantage of Damon is fewer clinic visits, about 12–16 visits over 2 years instead of about 24 with monthly visits, and quicker wire changes.
Do Damon braces need elastics?
No elastic ties are needed on the brackets, but some cases may still need orthodontic elastics as advised by your orthodontist to correct the bite.
How much is the first visit?
You can come for a consultation only. The consultation fee is 500 THB and can be fully deducted from your treatment cost when you start. When you are ready to start, records include impressions 1,000 THB and orthodontic X-rays 1,700 THB, a total of 2,700 THB.
Are Damon Braces Worth It?
Damon braces (Damon System) are tie-free fixed braces. Each bracket has a built-in clip, so no O-ring elastics are needed. The wire slides smoothly with light force, visits are spaced further apart and cleaning is easy, which suits people who cannot visit the dentist often.
If you are interested in Damon braces, book a consultation with an orthodontist to check your teeth and choose the right option.