Nasal implant introduced through a non-surgical injection technique
US8784488B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 11, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/08
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for non-surgically treating an internal nasal valve of a patient comprising, injecting a working device into the internal nasal valve of the patient, wherein the injected working device in the nasal tissue causes an alteration of an internal or external nasal valve. A device introduced by injection into the nose, allowing for structural support or filling of defects in the nose, and causing a change in external shape of the nose. The device and inserts and implants described also have use in cosmetic applications relating to the facial tissue.
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