Mandibular augmentation implants, methods, and uses
US12343258B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 5, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 5, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2210/0076
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present specification discloses a method of augmenting or enhancing a chin of an individual comprising excising the left and right anterior mental fibrous condensation anteriorly and elevating the left and right medial mandibular and mandibulocutaneous ligaments to create an extended subperiosteal pocket as well as mandibular implants designed to be implanted using such methods.
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