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Solventum 3M Unitek TAD is an orthodontic temporary anchorage device with drill-free, self-tapping placement and versatile attachment options for skeletal anchorage.
Solventum 3M Unitek TAD Temporary Anchorage Device
£55.00
Description
Solventum 3M Unitek TAD Temporary Anchorage Device
The Solventum 3M Unitek TAD Temporary Anchorage Device System provides fixed skeletal anchorage to support controlled orthodontic tooth movement. Designed as a versatile orthodontic temporary anchorage device (TAD), it can be used for applications including space closure, tooth uprighting, open bite correction, molar distalization and other orthodontic mechanics.
The Unitek TAD features a self-tapping, thread-forming and drill-free design, allowing straightforward placement with no incision and usually no pilot hole. The system is designed for immediate loading within 24 hours, helping integrate skeletal anchorage efficiently into the orthodontic workflow.
Brand: Solventum (formerly 3M Unitek)
Model: TAD Mini Screws
Part number: 504-010
Origin: USA
Stock: Riyadh, KSA.
Solventum 3M Unitek TAD Temporary Anchorage Device TADs 504-010
Key Benefits of the Unitek TAD
Fixed Skeletal Anchorage
TADs provide a stable anchorage point from which orthodontic forces can be applied, supporting tooth movements that may otherwise be difficult to achieve predictably with conventional anchorage.
The Unitek TAD system is designed to be simple to understand, inventory and use, with a straightforward placement protocol.
Drill-Free TAD Placement
The tapered, conical apex is designed to advance into bone without requiring a conventional pilot hole. Its self-tapping design creates the internal bony thread as the implant advances.
This drill-free approach simplifies the placement procedure and can reduce the number of clinical steps involved.
Thread-Forming Design
Unlike thread-cutting TADs, the Unitek TAD uses a thread-forming design. Rather than cutting away bone, the implant threads laterally compress the surrounding bone during advancement.
According to the manufacturer’s documentation, this compressed bone requires less initial healing and can contribute to initial TAD retention.
Immediate Loading
The Unitek TAD is designed for immediate loading within 24 hours, allowing orthodontic attachments and mechanics to be incorporated rapidly following placement.
Minimal Anaesthesia Requirements
The manufacturer states that topical anaesthesia is sufficient in most cases, with the placement protocol generally requiring no injection and no incision.
Solventum 3M Unitek TAD Temporary Anchorage Device TADs 504-010 ortho mini implant micro implant specifications
Versatile Orthodontic Anchorage
The Unitek TAD can provide anchorage for a wide range of orthodontic mechanics, including:
- Space closure
- Tooth uprighting
- Molar distalization
- Open bite correction
- Intrusion mechanics
- Anchorage reinforcement
- Asymmetric tooth movement
- Complex orthodontic tooth movements
Its attachment design provides multiple options for connecting orthodontic auxiliaries such as power chain, coil springs, ligature wire and auxiliary wires.
O-Ball Head for Multiple Attachment Options
The Unitek TAD incorporates a contoured O-Ball head designed with patient comfort and attachment versatility in mind.
Two intersecting 0.030-inch holes provide multiple engagement options for:
- Power chain
- Coil springs
- Ligature wire
- Auxiliary wires
This versatility can also help reduce the number of different TAD configurations required in orthodontic inventory.
Grooved Neck for Orthodontic Attachments
The grooved neck facilitates attachment of orthodontic auxiliaries including:
- Coil springs
- Ligature wire
- Elastomerics
- Power chain
This gives clinicians flexibility when constructing different orthodontic force systems.
Unitek TAD O-Cap (Buy Now)
The optional Unitek TAD O-Cap is designed to help prevent gingival overgrowth around the TAD.
Its circumferential retentive groove provides additional attachment possibilities for orthodontic auxiliaries such as wire and power chain. The O-Cap is manufactured from stainless steel and can also accommodate customized attachments through soldering.
Designed for Stable Insertion
The Unitek TAD incorporates a square body core designed to provide stability during insertion.
Insertion instruments engage the square body core, which is identified by the manufacturer as the strongest part of the implant. The square base is also designed not to extend beyond the diameter of the implant body, helping avoid impingement of surrounding tissue.
1.8 mm Diameter TAD
The Unitek TAD features a 1.8 mm diameter designed to provide strength.
Its modified buttress thread incorporates a 45° lead-in angle and 90° trailing angle, with the thread geometry designed to assist insertion and implant retention.
Biocompatible Titanium Alloy
The Unitek TAD is manufactured from biocompatible titanium alloy. The implant body has a smooth surface without coating or etching, which is designed to help prevent osseointegration—an important characteristic for a temporary anchorage device intended for subsequent removal.
Available TAD Lengths
The Unitek Temporary Anchorage Device is available in three implant lengths:
- 6 mm
- 8 mm
- 10 mm
These different lengths allow clinicians to select an appropriate TAD according to the intended intraoral location and clinical requirements.
Available Products
| Product | Catalogue Number | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Unitek TAD Ortho Implant 6 mm | 504-006 | Out of Stock |
| Unitek TAD Ortho Implant 8 mm | 504-008 | Out of Stock |
| Unitek TAD Ortho Implant 10 mm | 504-010 | In Stock |
Availability shown above is based on the product information provided and may change.
Unitek TAD Placement Instruments
The Unitek TAD system can be installed using dedicated insertion instruments selected according to the location and angle of the implant:
- Unitek TAD Straight Driver (Buy Now)
- Unitek TAD Contra Angle Driver
This allows the clinician to select the hand instrument that best suits the planned insertion site and access angle.
Why Choose the 3M Unitek TAD System?
✓ Thread-forming design
Compresses bone around the implant rather than cutting the bone during advancement.
✓ Drill-free design
The tapered apex is designed to advance without a pilot hole.
✓ Self-tapping
The implant creates its own internal bony thread during advancement.
✓ Immediate loading
Designed for loading within 24 hours.
✓ Multiple attachment options
O-Ball holes and the grooved neck accommodate different orthodontic auxiliaries.
✓ Titanium alloy construction
Biocompatible titanium alloy for temporary orthodontic anchorage.
✓ Three lengths
6 mm, 8 mm and 10 mm options for different clinical applications.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Unitek TAD |
|---|---|
| Product type | Temporary Anchorage Device |
| Application | Orthodontic skeletal anchorage |
| Material | Biocompatible titanium alloy |
| Diameter | 1.8 mm |
| Available lengths | 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm |
| Design | Thread-forming |
| Placement | Drill-free / usually no pilot hole |
| Thread | Modified buttress |
| Loading | Immediate loading within 24 hours |
| Head design | O-Ball |
| Attachment | Power chain, coil springs, ligature wire, auxiliary wires |
| Optional accessory | Unitek TAD O-Cap |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 3M Unitek TAD?
The 3M Unitek Temporary Anchorage Device is an orthodontic mini-implant designed to provide fixed skeletal anchorage for controlled tooth movement.
What can Unitek TADs be used for?
They can be used for orthodontic applications including space closure, tooth uprighting, molar distalization and open bite correction, as well as other anchorage-dependent mechanics.
Is the Unitek TAD self-tapping?
Yes. Its self-tapping thread design creates its own internal bony thread during advancement.
Does the Unitek TAD require a pilot hole?
The Unitek TAD has a drill-free design and is designed to eliminate the need for a pilot hole in the usual placement protocol.
Is the Unitek TAD thread-forming?
Yes. The Unitek TAD is a thread-forming TAD, meaning the surrounding bone is compressed around the screw rather than cut away during advancement.
Can the TAD be loaded immediately?
The manufacturer documentation states that the Unitek TAD is designed for immediate loading within 24 hours.
What lengths are available?
The system is available in 6 mm, 8 mm and 10 mm implant lengths.
What can be attached to the Unitek TAD?
The O-Ball and grooved neck provide attachment options for power chain, coil springs, ligature wire, elastomerics and auxiliary wires.
What is the Unitek TAD O-Cap?
The optional O-Cap is designed to help prevent gingival overgrowth and provides an additional retentive groove for orthodontic attachments.
Does the Unitek TAD integrate with orthodontic mechanics?
Yes. Its O-Ball and grooved-neck configuration provides multiple ways to connect common orthodontic auxiliaries, making it suitable for a variety of skeletal anchorage mechanics.
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Additional information
| Product Type | Unitek TAD Ortho Implant 6 mm #504-006, Unitek TAD Ortho Implant 8 mm #504-008, Unitek TAD Ortho Implant 10 mm #504-010 |
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