Orthodontic separators
US6988887B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 18, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 18, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C2201/007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthodontic separator, dimensioned such that it can be inserted between adjacent teeth. The separator is characterized in that it exhibits an increase in compressive force after insertion between adjacent teeth in the oral environment. The separator, after insertion, exerts sufficient force on the adjacent teeth to push the teeth apart.
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