In the ever-advancing field of orthodontics, Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs) have emerged as a significant innovation. These small, screw-like dental devices, installed temporarily into the mouth bone, serve as non-movable anchor points for shifting teeth. TADs have revolutionized orthodontics, helping in various complex teeth and jaw alignment scenarios that were challenging or nearly impossible to treat with traditional braces.
What are Temporary Anchorage Devices?
Temporary Anchorage Devices are mini screws typically made from medically safe titanium alloy. They are inserted into your jawbone to act as an anchor point for the movement of teeth. The temporary nature of TADs makes them a perfect tool for orthodontic treatments that require complex movements or treatments with significant resistance.
Advantages of Temporary Anchorage Devices
- Non-invasive, minimal discomfort: TADs are inserted under local anesthesia with minimal discomfort and are removed painlessly when no longer needed.
- Effective for complex cases: TADs make complex tooth movements and alignments possible that were, until now, difficult with traditional orthodontics.
- Shorter treatment time: The use of TADs can often lead to reduced overall treatment time.
- No need for patient compliance: Unlike other orthodontic appliances, TADs do not require patient intervention for their working.
Temporary Anchorage Devices in Practice
At Miami Designer Smiles, Dr. Concepcion Sanchez-Garcia and Dr. Raul Garcia use TADs, providing patients with comfort, efficiency, and the possibility of perfecting their smiles faster.
Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE)
An exemplary use of TADs at Miami Designer Smiles is in the Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE). This innovative orthodontic approach involves the use of TADs for skeletal-level expansion, particularly beneficial for teens and adults.
Temporarily Anchored Orthodontics: A Revolution?
Many label the use of TADs in orthodontics as revolutionary. The arrival of these devices has considerably expanded treatment possibilities and improved results, making it a worthy subject of such acclaim.