Direct fabrication of aligners for palate expansion and other applications
US10959810B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 5, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y80/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems, methods, and devices for producing appliances for expansion of the palate of a patient are provided. A palate expanding orthodontic appliance comprises a teeth engagement portion comprising a plurality of teeth engagement structures and a force generating portion coupled to the teeth engagement portion and configured to apply force to cause the patient's palate to expand. The orthodontic appliances can be designed according to the specifications provided herein and manufactured using direct fabrication methods.
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