Oral device, manufacturing apparatus and methods of making the same
US11918428B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 15, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 5, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2209/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A custom oral device is provided that fits on the maxillary or mandibular arch of a wearer. The oral device comprises a tray that corresponds with the shape and size of a wearer's oral anatomy. A soft liner is disposed within an occlusal channel of the tray having an upper surface that comprises an impression having features that correspond to at least a portion of the wearer's dentition and in which the wearer's teeth align. An apparatus and a method for making the custom oral device are provided.
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