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SaugusTemporary Anchorage Devices

Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs) Near Saugus

A small temporary orthodontic anchor, used when a treatment plan needs anchorage the teeth alone cannot predictably provide.

This page covers getting to the office from Saugus and what treatment with a TAD involves. For how TADs work, see the full TADs guide.

A model showing a temporary anchorage device alongside braces

From Saugus

Getting to the office.

From Saugus, take Bouquet Canyon Road or Copper Hill Drive into Valencia. The office is at 25385 Wayne Mills Pl, about 10 to 15 minutes away, with free parking at the door.

Aerial view of the SC Orthodontics office near Magic Mountain Parkway in Valencia, serving Saugus

Around Saugus

Built along the railroad.

Like Old Town Newhall and Castaic, Saugus developed along the valley’s transportation routes, starting with the railroad that gave the area its early shape.

Central Park, on Bouquet Canyon Road in Saugus, is one of the city’s main parks and is known for its sports fields.

The old Saugus Speedway on Soledad Canyon Road ran stock car races for decades and remains one of the best-known landmarks in the valley.

Why a TAD may be recommended

An anchor when the teeth alone are not enough.

A TAD is a small temporary orthodontic anchor. Dr. Haykani may recommend one when your treatment plan needs anchorage that the teeth alone cannot predictably provide, and explains whether you need one at the free consultation.

Placement, follow-up and removal

Planned for your case, removed when done.

Placement and follow-up are planned for the individual case, and Dr. Haykani checks the TAD at your treatment visits.

Common questions

Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs), answered.

Anything else, call or text. You will hear back the same day.

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  • No. It is temporary and is removed once it is no longer needed for your treatment.

Next step

Come in with questions. Leave with a clear plan.

Free consultation with X-rays and digital scans included. New patients are usually seen within the week, with Sunday and evening appointments available.

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