TADs, or temporary anchorage devices, are small titanium pins placed in the jawbone in certain orthodontic cases to help move teeth more quickly, efficiently and comfortably. They may be used with braces or as an alternative to headgear, and your orthodontist removes them when treatment is complete or they are no longer needed.
A strong anesthetic is used to numb the gum tissue and the jaw surrounding the area where the TAD will be placed. Once the area is numb, your doctor will gently place the TAD through the gum tissue and firmly into the jawbone. The placing of a TAD is quick, and may be over before you know it. While your doctor is placing the TAD, you may feel slight pressure. Your TAD is removed once your treatment is complete, or when it is no longer needed to help straighten your teeth. Removal of a TAD is a comfortable procedure that takes just a few minutes.
If you do feel any discomfort from having your TADs placed, you should take whatever you would normally take for a headache to help relieve your pain.
A TAD can be cleaned the same way you clean your braces, by brushing your teeth at least three times a day. When your TAD is placed, we will also provide you with an antimicrobial mouthwash.
If you have questions about TADs, please contact our practice. We will be able to answer any of your questions and provide you with detailed information about your orthodontic treatment. Book Appointment
Quarry Orthodontics places and removes TADs at 2576 Quarry Lake Drive, Baltimore, MD 21209 with Dr. Michael Noorani, serving Baltimore, Pikesville, Owings Mills and Towson. Not every patient needs a TAD, so your first visit is a free initial consultation to review your treatment options. Call 410-840-7700 to book.
Temporary anchorage devices, or TADs, are small titanium pins used in certain orthodontic cases to achieve quicker, more efficient and more comfortable tooth movement. They may be used in addition to braces or as an alternative to headgear. A TAD is removed once treatment is complete or no longer needed.
Your doctor numbs the gum tissue and jaw with a strong anesthetic, then gently places the TAD through the gum into the jawbone. Placement is quick and you may feel slight pressure. Any later discomfort can be eased with whatever you normally take for a headache.
TADs give the orthodontist a fixed anchor point, so teeth can be moved in directions that braces alone cannot, sometimes without headgear or surgery. They help close gaps, shift teeth or correct bite problems more precisely. Your orthodontist decides whether a TAD is right for you.
No. TADs are temporary and are removed when they have done their job, usually near the end of treatment. Removal is a quick visit. Your orthodontist explains how long yours will stay in place, how to keep the area clean and what to expect throughout.
Yes. We offer a free initial consultation where you meet our team, receive a complete exam and review your history and X-rays. We then discuss your treatment options and costs and create a customized plan. Call 410-840-7700 to schedule yours at 2576 Quarry Lake Drive, Baltimore.
Braces treatment typically takes one to three years, depending on the patient's growth and how severe the problem is. Interceptive early treatment may take only six to nine months, and Invisalign usually takes 12 to 18 months. Your orthodontist gives you a personalized estimate at your first consultation.
Call us at 410-840-7700 or use the Book Appointment button on this site to book your free initial consultation at 2576 Quarry Lake Drive, Baltimore, MD 21209. We are open Monday to Thursday 9 AM to 3 PM and Friday 7 AM to 4 PM, and welcome children, teens and adults.
Braces use brackets and wires fixed to your teeth, so they work around the clock and suit most bite problems. Invisalign uses clear, removable aligners that you take out to eat and brush. At your free consultation, Dr. Noorani explains which option fits your teeth, lifestyle and goals.
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