One-step threaded implant
US6312260A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 1999 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C8/0089
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A threaded dental implant assembly is provided for insertion into a pre-drilled bore in the jawbone is disclosed. The threaded dental implant assembly includes a threaded implant body to which is attached a healing cap for covering the central socket in the implant body during the healing period. The healing cap is mechanically coupled to the implant body before the insertion procedure by a coupling screw extending through bore in the healing cap into the central socket of the implant body. A recess in the bottom of the healing cap mates with a protrusion on the top of the implant body such that the healing cap is prevented from rotating relative to the implant body. A tool engages the top of the healing cap for easy manipulation of the implant body/healing cap during the insertion procedure. The tool is disengaged from the healing cap after the insertion procedure thereby leaving the implant body and healing cap in the jawbone.
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