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Jawbone distraction system and a control method thereof capable controlling operation using a remote control

US9883896B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 27, 2012
Grant dateFeb 6, 2018
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Expiry dateJan 1, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B2017/00402
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention relates to a jawbone distraction system and control method thereof, including a jawbone extension apparatus, a remote controller and a monitor, the jawbone distractor being configured to allow a horizontal shift of alveolar bone as well as performing vertical jawbone distraction, being precisely controlled in a wireless mode and configured to control a drive of the jawbone distractor through the remote controller while ascertaining a driving state by the monitor.

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