Bracket height positioning dimple
US5304061A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 1, 1992 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C7/146
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A cutout or dimple is provided in an orthodontic bracket and is sized to receive a projection of a measuring instrument to facilitate positioning of the bracket on a tooth. Preferably, the cutout is a conical dimple sized to receive the tip of a Boone gauge or other measuring instrument.
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