Self-tapping implant with helical flutes
US5897319A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 1997 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C8/0022
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A self-tapping dental implant for implantation into bone. The implant includes multiple flutes disposed around the tapping end. Each flute has a helical configuration. During tapping, bone chips are directed upwardly and away from the tapping end.
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