Dental impression coping with retention
US7066736B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 22, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C8/0001
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An impression coping for taking an impression of a dental implant installed in the jawbone of a patient. The impression coping has a proximal end with an impression portion adapted to be embedded in impression material and a distal portion with a retention mechanism. The retention mechanism includes a housing having a locking member and biasing member. The locking member is biased to slideably move in the housing and engage the dental implant.
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