Clamping cord with polymeric wedge component, and method of affixation
US7331788B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C15/042
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to the affixation of dental dams and Class III matrixes utilized in conservative dentistry and oral surgery. In particular, the present invention relates to a device and method for retaining and stabilizing a dental dam or Class III matrix, or other device, in the mouth of the patient, which can be clamped between 2 adjacent teeth.
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