Orthodontic distalizing apparatus
US6908306B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 15, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 15, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C7/10
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthodontic distalizing apparatus comprises at least one force generating element positioned intermediate a force dissipating element secured to the hard palate and/or alveolar ridge and a first tooth (e.g., a molar) that is being distalized. The at least one force generating element is positioned to apply a distalizing force on the molar in a direction substantially along a longitudinal axis of the dental arch and at a low level of the basal gingiva. The at least one force generating element may be configured to prevent inadvertent disassembly thereof during installation, adjustment and/or conversion of the apparatus between an active and a passive state. In addition, the at least one force generating element may be configured to be reversibly convertible between an active state and a passive state without requiring removal of the device from the patient's mouth. Moreover, the at least one force generating element may be configured to provide a continuous activation force of substantially constant magnitude during distalization of the molar. The apparatus may also be constructed so that the force dissipating element is connected to at least one anchoring tooth by a slidable cou…
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