Temporary Anchorage Devices in Lakeland & Winter Haven
A Simple Solution for Precise Control
Here at Scott Orthodontics, Dr. Jonathan Scott, Dr. Gregory Scott, and Dr. Karan Patel sometimes need to move a few specific teeth without unsettling others. TADs offer a simple way to add stable support when your smile needs precise, targeted movement.
When Braces Need
A Boost
TADs can give your treatment extra support when braces or aligners need more guidance for specific tooth movements. They create a steady anchor point, allowing our team to fine-tune your results with more precision.
Tiny Device, Big Control
Temporary anchorage devices are small titanium screws that we place in the jawbone for part of your orthodontic treatment. You may also hear them called mini-screws or mini-implants.
Once in place, a TAD acts like a fixed support point. This support point helps our doctors guide certain teeth more directly, without relying solely on the surrounding teeth for support.
More Precision, Less Guesswork
TADs can help address complex spacing issues, bite correction, impacted teeth, or other treatment needs that require extra control. They are not needed for every patient, but they can be a valuable tool when your smile needs more targeted movement.
If Dr. Jon, Dr. Scott, or Dr. Patel recommends a TAD, our team will walk you through the process, explain how it supports your treatment, and make sure you know what to expect.
Helpful For Complex Tooth Movement
TADs can be especially useful when treatment requires added stability to get the desired result. Dr. Scott, Dr. Jon, or Dr. Patel may recommend them for issues such as:
- Closing difficult spaces
- Correcting certain bite problems
- Guiding impacted teeth into place
- Moving specific teeth without shifting others
- Supporting more complex orthodontic treatment plans
Targeted Support When It Matters
TADs help our doctors make movements that may be harder to achieve with braces or aligners alone. In the right case, that can mean a more efficient treatment plan and a more predictable result.
TADs are temporary, discreet, and used only when they can improve your treatment plan. Get started today with a free consultation to see how we can bring the very best out of the smiles of every member of the family from our Lakeland or Winterhaven offices!