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TAD'´s

Introduction on Temporary Anchorage Devices (TAD)

Temporary Anchorage Devices (TAD’s) are mini implants or mini screws are used to move teeth with out using other teeth as the anchor. When braces are used all the teeth are tied together with the wire. All the teeth move in relationship to the adjacent teeth. Using a TAD allows tooth movement to be specific to that tooth. While planning treatment the use of TAD’s can shorten treatment time, prevent dental implants, prevent the need for Jaw Surgery. We are excited to offer the Vector TAS TAD system.

Dr. David Alpan attended the first certification course to be able to place TAD’s. Since then he has place hundreds of TAD’s with no pain or sensitivity. The local area is made numb and the TAD is placed. There is no shots or uncomfortable healing associated. There is some minor discomfort for the first 24 hours. Since we immediately load the TAD with a spring, it is working as soon as we place the TAD.

The Evolution of Temporary Anchorage Devices

We can thank our orthopedic surgery colleagues for providing the framework for introducing metal screws into human bone. We can thank ankylosed tooth roots for introducing orthodontist to the advantages of using fixed skeletal anchorage as adjuncts in biomechanics. History has brought us to the breakthrough of temporary skeletal anchorage on a firm foundation of osseo integrated implants, orthognathic surgery, bold clinicians and the increasing anchorage demands of adult orthodontics.

In the late 1990’s a slow trickle of skeletal anchorage case reports began entering the orthodontic literature. Nearly 10 years later, interest in mini screw anchorage has grown dramatically. Many orthodontists now look forward to mastering the wonder of fixed skeletal anchorage, no longer trapped within the confines of anchorage loss due to reciprocal tooth movement. It is this environment that has given rise to TAD’s.

To date most mini screws have been just that – miniature screws, the majority of orthodontic mini screws have been borrowed from Maxillomandibular fixation or dental implant systems and have not been designed exclusively for orthodontic anchorage. In addition, the lack of a systematized approach to the placement and utilization of mini screws has led to a less then optimal results and frustration among those orthodontists attempting to use them. Orthodontists have largely been left to their own devices and in many cases inefficient treatment mechanics and often improper force levels. These variables often conspire to yield unsatisfactory results.

Since the creation of the Vector TAD system the success ratio has dramatically increased. The placement and maintenance has improved exponentially. We are excited to be on the cutting edge of technology to offer you the very best in innovation for your orthodontic care.