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Orthodontic member and method for producing same

US11291529B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 2016
Grant dateApr 5, 2022
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Expiry dateJun 12, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61C2201/002
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Disclosed is an orthodontic member, having a tube shape, a hollow polygonal prism shape, a hollow truncated polygonal pyramid shape, a hollow truncated cone shape, or a funnel shape, and including a water-soluble or biodegradable material, wherein the orthodontic member into which a wire is inserted is attached to the teeth, thereby making it simple to perform orthodontic treatment.

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