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Ultrasonic periodontal probe

US12070353B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Inventors

Arnaud CAPRI · La Vallee, FR
David Roudergues · La Vallee, FR
Jean-Marc Inglese · Bussy-Saint-Georges, FR
Herve Josso · Charenton-le-Pont, FR
Edward R. Shellard · Orange, US
Stephanie CHEVALLIOT · Salandon, FR
Jean-Marc Gregoire · Villiers, FR
Frederic OSSANT · Tours, FR
Aline BANQUART · Salandon, FR

Key dates

Filing date	Jan 16, 2020
Grant date	Aug 27, 2024
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Mar 17, 2040

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61C9/0086
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

At least one embodiment of an ultrasonic periodontal probe, the ultrasonic periodontal probe comprising a grip portion having a longitudinal axis, a support member comprising a part having a longitudinal axis different from the longitudinal axis of the grip portion, and an ultrasonic device fastened to the grip portion via the support member, wherein the ultrasonic device is configured for emitting ultrasound signals within at least two emitting cones and for receiving corresponding echoed ultrasound signals, the at least two emitting cones extending in opposite directions with regard to a plane comprising the longitudinal axis of the grip portion.

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