Light emitting diode-array light apparatus
US6077073A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 15, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 15, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/0652
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sheathed, conformable, multi-tooth device for curing adhesives, sealants and/or whitening or coloring agents used in the dentistry field is disclosed. An array of LED lights are connected and a relatively low voltage (e.g., 5 volts) powers the LED array. The LED array is housed within a clear, transparent and/or translucent housing constructed of either a solid, such as a poured resin, or a hollow structure. The housing conforms to an approximate shape of dentition. The housing is mountable within a disposable oversertion sheath. During use, the LED array transmits light which cures the adhesives, sealants and/or whitening or coloring agents, preferably on several teeth simultaneously.
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