Single use periodontal probe
US9326836B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 1, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 3, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C19/043
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The subject invention provides single use periodontal probes. In preferred embodiments as described herein the probes of the subject invention can be used with a recording apparatus for simultaneously measuring and recording the depth of the periodontal pocket (gingival sulcus) and more particularly, to a unit employing a periodontal depth probe operably connected to a recording device, capable of producing a permanent visual record of the measured pocket depth. In further embodiments, the probes of the subject invention can be used to deliver and/or collect materials for prevention, treatment and/or diagnosis of periodontal conditions.
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