Indirect orthodontic bonding systems and methods
US12053346B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 29, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7536
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for fabricating indirect bonding trays are disclosed. Digital models of a patient's teeth can be created with digital brackets positioned on the digital model of a patient's teeth. Digital models of indirect bonding trays can be created to retain and transfer the brackets. The indirect bonding trays can be 3-D printed with wells that the functional brackets can be placed into and thereafter transferred to the patient. The 3-D printed indirect bonding tray can comprise two resins, with one resin forming the tray and another resin forming a functional feature.
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