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Biosensor performance indicator for intraoral appliances

US11576766B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 10, 2020
Grant dateFeb 14, 2023
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B5/14546
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and apparatuses for monitoring either or both the performance of an orthodontic appliance for repositioning a patient's teeth and/or the user compliance in wearing the appliance using a biosensor. The apparatuses described herein may include one or more sensors, including biosensors, electrical sensors, or both, configured to generate sensor data related to user compliance and/or repositioning of the patient's teeth by an orthodontic appliance.

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