TAD in orthodontics

The term temporary anchorage device (TAD) refers to all variations of implants, screws, pins and onplantsplaced specifically for the purpose of providingorthodontic anchorage that are removed uponcompletion of biomechanical therapy.Micro implants have some advantages comparing to endosseous implants. The low cost, simpleprocedures for insertion and removal, immediateloading, and ability to be placed between rootscontribute for enhancement of this method by orthodontists.