Addressable matrices/cluster blanks for dental CAD/CAM systems and optimization thereof
US8568897B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 5, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 29, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T409/309016
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A cluster mill blank includes a framework constructed to cooperate with a blank holder of an existing CAD/CAM system, and a plurality of sub-blanks attached to the framework forming an addressable matrix or cluster blank. CAD/CAM systems including such a framework, as well as associated methods are described.
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