Orthodontic appliance for direct bonding to a tooth
US4544353A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 12, 1982 |
| Grant date | Oct 1, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 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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