# K063149: Orthodontic Taads (Temporary Anatomical Anchor Device System)

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: T.O.a.D.S., LLC
- Decided: Mar 8, 2007 after 143 days
- Product code: OAT (Implant, Endosseous, Orthodontic)
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 872.3640
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 7 generations back to K894844 (1990). 21 ancestors in all.
2 later devices descend from it; 2 cite it directly.
0 of 24 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K060126: Absoanchor Microimplant, Dentos, Inc. (2006) Summary page 1.
- K050257: Lin/Liou Orthodontic Mini Anchor System (Lomas) (Sterile), Mondeal Medical Systems GmbH (2005) Summary page 1.
- K061266: Ortho Organizers Temporary Orthodontic Anchor, Ortho Organizers, Inc. (2006) Summary page 1.
- K042965: Tomas Pin, Dentaurum, Inc. (2005) Summary page 1.

## Most influential descendants
- K122069: Storm Mini Screw (2013), 0 descendants of its own
- K081393: Orthodontic Temporary Anchorage Implant Screw (2008), 0 descendants of its own

## Indications for use
The Orthodontic TAADS Screws are intended to provide a fixed anchorage point for the attachment of orthodontic appliances to facilitate the orthodontic movement of teeth. They are intended for temporary use and should be removed after orthodontic treatment has been completed. The screws are intended for single use only.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K063149
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology