Vibrating orthodontic remodelling device
US8500446B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 22, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C7/002
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bite plate allowing for contact with occlusal and facial and/or lingual maxillary and mandibular teeth is coupled to an extraoral housing containing a rechargeable battery coupled to a vibrator coupled to a processor coupled to data and charging port or ports. The housing is at least water resistant, and a hatch allows access to the data and charging port or ports only. The device is fitted with a very smooth and quiet vibrator, with minimal variance on operating specifications.
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