Orthodontic appliances that accommodate incremental and continuous tooth movement, systems and methods
US9022781B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 3, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 5, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C7/20
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthodontic appliance including a shell aligner having a portion accommodating movement of a patient's bracketed teeth between a first position and the second position as elicited by force from an orthodontic braces appliance worn by the patient, related systems and methods.
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