Lingual retainer and methods of manufacturing and bonding same
US4609350A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 9, 1985 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C5/007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A custom lingual retainer is construced by custom fitting a preformed base into the lingual fossa of a tooth. A wire, which extends beyond the tooth, is attached thereto. A custom lingual retainer so produced is bonded by applying a bonding adhesive to a surface of the metal base of the retainer and positioning the metal base in the lingual fossa of the tooth.
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