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Orthodontic bracket and clip release tool

US7993132B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 26, 2008
Grant dateAug 9, 2011
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Expiry dateApr 21, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61C7/287
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A clip release tool with a first and second projection, for releasing a clip from a main bracket body of an orthodontic bracket while regulating movement or deformation of the clip, and a related method, and a method of attaching a clip to an orthodontic bracket main body using a clip release tool.

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