Fixture for attaching prosthesis to bone
US4713003A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 19, 1986 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C8/006
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device is disclosed for use in connecting a prosthesis to bone such as connecting an artificial tooth or dental bridge to the jaws which comprises an implant portion or screw for connection to the bone, the screw having a head and a downwardly tapered shaft, an abutment portion for connection to the prothesis, and connecting means for connecting the implant and the abutment. Preferably, the components of the invention are machined from titanium alloy.
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