Dental matrix with lateral illumination ports
US6350122B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 15, 1999 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C19/003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A dental matrix for containing a light curable composite restorative inserted in a prepared tooth is provided including a contour portion and flange portions for engaging the tooth and composite restoration. A flange portion is provided with a port positionable to allow a curing light beam to reach the restorative to induce hardening of the composite and influence direction of shrinkage incidental to curing of the composite.
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