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Orthodontic appliance for direct bonding to a tooth

US4544353A · kind A · utility

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3References
5Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 12, 1982
Grant dateOct 1, 1985
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61C7/16
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An orthodontic direct bond appliance has a body with a base. The base includes a rim extending from its periphery at an angle between about 90.degree. and 170.degree. so as to define a recess for receipt of bonding material. The rim shears off any excess flash.

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