Apparatus and method for measuring orthodontic force applied by an orthodontic appliance
US6120287A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 6, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 19, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 6, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C7/02
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthodontic force measuring apparatus includes a dental replica which includes a first tooth replica and a second tooth replica. The first tooth replica is moveable relative to the second tooth replica. The apparatus also includes an orthodontic appliance secured to both the first tooth replica and the second tooth replica of the dental replica. The apparatus further includes a force measuring device operatively coupled to the first tooth replica. The force measuring device is configured so as to measure force exerted on the first tooth replica by the orthodontic appliance. A method of measuring orthodontic force is also disclosed.
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