Methods for direct fabrication of orthodontic appliances with elastics
US11813135B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 10, 2020 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F30/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods for fabricating orthodontic appliances are described herein. In some embodiments, a method includes fabricating a shell including a plurality of cavities shaped to receive teeth, fabricating a discontinuity in the shell, and fabricating an elastic member positioned to interact with the discontinuity. At least one of the shell, the discontinuity, or the elastic member can be fabricated using a direct fabrication technique.
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