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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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12-01-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus, system, and method for removal of dental prosthesis

Номер: US20120009542A1
Автор: James Keddington, Paul Ericksen
Принадлежит: James Keddington, Paul Ericksen

An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for facilitating removal of a dental prosthesis. A recess on a dental prosthesis is included and the dental prosthesis is mountable on one or more dental studs. The one or more dental studs are each connected to a dental implant in the jaw of a user. The recess includes a tool engaging surface, and the tool engaging surface has a shape corresponding to a recess engaging surface of a removal tool. The user may apply the recess engaging surface of the removal tool to the tool engaging surface of the recess and apply a force in a direction to remove the dental prosthesis from the one or more dental studs.

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Номер записи: 1
02-02-2012 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Reconditioning Implants in Situ

Номер: US20120028215A1
Автор: Curtis K. Wade, II Charles A. McCoy
Принадлежит: Individual

A system for reconditioning a dental implant in situ comprising a buffer member and a drive member. The buffer member is operable in an open configuration in which the buffer member may be placed over a portion of the implant and a closed configuration in which the buffer member is in contact with the portion of the implant. The drive member is adapted to engage the buffer member such that rotation of the drive member is transferred to the buffer member. Rotation of the drive member with the drive to member engaged the buffer member and the buffer member in the closed configuration causes rotation of the buffer member such that the buffer member abrades at least a portion of the surface of the implant.

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Номер записи: 2
02-02-2012 дата публикации

Hand Apparatus, In Particular For Dental Purposes, For Dispensing a Pasty Filler Mass

Номер: US20120028216A1
Автор: Walter Mössle
Принадлежит: Moessle Walter

The invention concerns a hand apparatus ( 1 ), in particular for dental purposes, for dispensing a pasty filler mass (M) the viscosity of which can be reduced by supplying vibration energy, having an apparatus housing ( 5 ), having a container ( 4 ) for the pasty filler mass (M), having an exit nozzle ( 11 ) standing in connection with the container ( 4 ), having a vibration generator ( 3 ), and having pressure production means ( 18 ) for exercising pressure on the pasty filler mass (M). In order to improve the transfer of vibrations in the region of the of the hand apparatus the vibration generator ( 3 ) and the container ( 4 ) are mounted movably with respect to the apparatus housing ( 5 ) and are directly vibration-coupled with each other.

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Номер записи: 3
08-03-2012 дата публикации

Chucking device for a medical or dental handpiece

Номер: US20120058446A1
Автор: Gunter Teufelberger, Hannes Wagner, Josef Spitzauer
Принадлежит: Individual

A medical or dental handpiece comprising a tool holding/releasing device with a hollow shaft that can be put into a drive motion for holding a treatment tool, wherein the hollow shaft extends along a central axis and has a tool receptacle opening, a first holding unit and a second holding unit separate from the first holding unit and axially offset from the first holding unit relative to the central axis, wherein both holding units are designed to axially secure a treatment tool held in the hollow shaft and to transmit a torque to the treatment tool, and wherein both holding units have at least one shaped element each and a bore penetrating the outer wall of the hollow shaft, in which the at least one shaped element can be held in such a way that it projects through the bore into the interior of the hollow shaft, a locking sleeve operatively connected to the shaped elements that can move relative to the hollow shaft and that surrounds the hollow shaft and an operating element operatively connected to the locking sleeve for the movement or sliding of the locking sleeve.

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Номер записи: 4
15-03-2012 дата публикации

Inferior alveolar nerve (ian) protector instrument

Номер: US20120064484A1
Автор: Ali Hassani, Seyed Aliakbar Vahdati
Принадлежит: Individual

The various embodiments of the present invention provide an inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) protector instrument for proper protection of neurovascular bundle and to prevent the traumatic injuries during oral and maxillofacial surgeries. The IAN protector instrument made of stainless steel has a shank, a blade and a handle. The shank is formed to serve as a soft tissue flap retractor while supporting the blade. The handle is designed with a finger rest for more control and in the pear shape for palm grasp. The shank is bent twice at 120 degrees. The blade is curved with a radius of curvature equal to ⅙-⅛ of a complete circle. The dissecting edge and both lateral line angles are rounded to avoid untoward cutting. The instrument is designed separately for right and left sides of the mouth.

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Номер записи: 5
29-03-2012 дата публикации

Stopper storage case

Номер: US20120074011A1
Автор: Hirotaka Yoshihara, Naoto Fujii
Принадлежит: GC Corp

A stopper storage case has openings and drill blade insertion paths. The openings are large enough to allow a spring-like engagement portion of the stopper to pass. Each drill blade insertion path is large enough to allow a drill blade to pass. Concave parts extend from the respective openings to the drill blade insertion paths and can store stoppers of different lengths. Each of the concave parts has a protrusion to be engaged in a groove in the outer peripheral surface of the stopper. Stopper holding overhangs formed at the top of each concave part are elastic enough not to interfere with insertion of the stopper from above into the concave part and removal of the stopper from inside the concave part.

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Номер записи: 6
05-04-2012 дата публикации

Orthodontic kit and methods for same

Номер: US20120082951A1
Автор: Merrit N. Jacobs, Ryan B. Swain
Принадлежит: SIX MONTH SMILES Inc

A method for providing orthodontic therapy. The method includes the steps of providing a kit that includes an enclosure and tools and components for providing orthodontic therapy using braces to a single patient, applying the braces to the single patient's teeth using the tools, placing the tools back into the kit, storing the kit, and reusing the kit at all of the single patient's subsequent visits during the term of the orthodontic therapy.

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Номер записи: 7
05-04-2012 дата публикации

Method for expanding bone crest and an implant-expander for use in said method

Номер: US20120082952A1
Автор: Eduardo Anitua Aldecoa
Принадлежит: BTI Biotechnology Insttitute

Method for expanding bone crest ( 1 ) in order to receive the installation of a final dental implant ( 4 ), where the bone crest ( 1 ) is expanded using a implant-expander, in other words, a biocompatible and osteoconductive piece that has an expander function. The use of an implant-expander ( 3 ) to widen the bone crest ( 1 ) has the important effect of said implant-expander acting as a support to the bone and therefore helping to consolidate the fracture of the bone crest ( 1 ) and the formation of bone around said implant-expander. The bone generated around the implant-expander ( 3 ) is therefore of a high quality. The invention also contemplates the optional correction of the angulation of the alveolus during the widening process, so that the final dental implant ( 4 ) and the corresponding dental prosthesis are adequately oriented. It is also an object of the invention to provide a specific design for the implant-expander ( 3 ).

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Номер записи: 8
24-05-2012 дата публикации

Tissue Desensitization Instrument & Method

Номер: US20120130340A1
Автор: Eric J. Knutson
Принадлежит: Individual

An automatic fluid injector ( 10, 66 , or 76 ) having a coolant-absorbent pad ( 24 ) for pressing onto a tissue site for desensitization. When the injector ( 10, 66, 76 ) is pressed further toward the tissue site, the contained fluid is pressurized, and an enclosed needle ( 16 ) moves distally to penetrate a distal wall of injector ( 10, 66, 76 ). While needle ( 16 ) is being repositioned distally, the pressurized fluid is blocked from flowing into needle ( 16 ). The fluid blockage prevents the fluid from inadvertently warming the cold, desensitizing pad ( 24 ) and causing the patient to experience pain during needle ( 16 ) penetration. When needle ( 16 ) penetrates to a preset depth, and is sealed in the tissues, then the pressurized fluid is unblocked, and flows automatically through needle ( 16 ). In another embodiment, an instrument ( 46 ) having a coolant-absorbent felt ( 52 ) is able to unobstructably desensitize tissues prior to penetration with sharps.

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Номер записи: 9
26-07-2012 дата публикации

Applicator for a dental liquid

Номер: US20120189977A1
Автор: Jan Ziegler, Lutz Vocke
Принадлежит: HERAEUS KULZER GMBH

An applicator for a one-handed operation for storing and applying a dental liquid, including a container for the dental liquid and a tubing for guiding the dental liquid from the container to an applicator tip. The container is made of foil, which can be punctured by a mandrel. The dental liquid is expelled through a displacement plunger, whereby puncturing and expelling are effected through actuating a handle and the container is positioned with respect to the mandrel in suitable manner such that the advancing mechanism that is used to expel the dental liquid from the applicator is also used to puncture or slit open the foil with the mandrel, whereby the container is opened through the same force that is used to dispense the dental liquid and one-handed operability of the applicator is attained not only when the dental liquid is dispensed, but also when the container is being opened.

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Номер записи: 10
26-07-2012 дата публикации

Components for guided threading of bone

Номер: US20120191103A1
Автор: Henrik Petersson, Lars Jörneus
Принадлежит: Nobel Biocare Services AG

In certain embodiments, a combination of a guide sleeve for a surgical template, a drill, and a thread forming tool is disclosed. The guide sleeve has a guide surface for guiding the thread forming tool. The drill has at least one cutting edge for cutting a recess in bone. The thread forming tool has a thread forming section for forming at least one thread in bone, and a guide section for guidance by the guide surface of the guide sleeve, the thread forming section comprising an apical portion, and a coronal portion. In certain embodiments, a maximum diameter of the apical portion of the thread forming section is smaller than or equal to a maximum diameter of the cutting edge of the drill.

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Номер записи: 11
16-08-2012 дата публикации

Dental instrument

Номер: US20120208147A1
Автор: Michael Krumsiek
Принадлежит: Gebrueder Brasseler GmbH and Co KG

A dental instrument includes a head ( 2 ) having cutting edges ( 1 ) and made of a ceramic material, and a shaft ( 3 ) which can be clamped into a driving member and is made of a metal material. The head ( 2 ) includes a mounting plug ( 4 ) having an external thread ( 5 ) and the shaft ( 3 ) includes a front-side threaded recess ( 6 ) into which the mounting plug ( 4 ) can be screwed. At least one locking recess is formed between the mounting plug ( 4 ) and the threaded recess ( 6 ).

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Номер записи: 12
27-09-2012 дата публикации

Dental polishing device and method

Номер: US20120244496A1
Автор: Patricia W. Kihn, Paul D. Hammesfahr, Robert V. Hare, Scott G. Mcintire, Sibel Antonson, Steven R. Jefferies
Принадлежит: DENTSPLY INTERNATIONAL INC

The invention provides a dental method including forming a polishing member sufficient, when rotated, to polish a cut unpolished dental tooth surface to a surface roughness of less than 0.07 sRa μm and, to polish an unpolished dental restorative material supported by a tooth in a patient's mouth to a surface roughness of less than 0.03 sRa μm. The dental polishing material preferably includes elastomeric polymer impregnated with blocky synthetic diamonds. The synthetic diamonds effectively have particle sizes less than 50 microns. The synthetic diamonds are more than 50 percent by weight of the dental polishing material.

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Номер записи: 13
25-10-2012 дата публикации

Method for producing a dentist tool

Номер: US20120270176A1
Автор: Evelyne JACQUEMYNS
Принадлежит: Den Mat Holdings LLC

A method for producing a dentist tool for use in removing tooth structure is provided. The method includes acquiring three-dimensional data relating to a shape of a tooth and part of a neighbouring tooth. The method includes processing the data to determine an overlay fitting the tooth and part of the neighboring tooth. The method further includes processing the data to determine the tooth structure to be removed from the tooth to prepare the tooth for further treatment. The method includes determining first and second guiding edges such that the two edges are spaced apart a distance of at least 0.5 mm and configured to enable a dentist cutting tool to be guided by simultaneously contacting the first and second guiding edges to enable a guided removal of at least partially the predetermined part of tooth structure. The method includes producing the determined overlay having the determined guiding edges.

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Номер записи: 14
31-01-2013 дата публикации

Positive drive chuck and bur arrangement for a dental handpiece

Номер: US20130029288A1
Автор: Eugene J. Novak
Принадлежит: DENTSPLY INTERNATIONAL INC

A chuck assembly for a dental handpiece includes a hollow cylindrical tube portion having a first internal bore, and a chuck portion having a second bore. The chuck portion is supported within the first bore co-rotational with the tube portion about a common axis. The chuck portion has an annular body portion defining the second bore for supporting a cylindrical tool therein. A drive element comprising a drive pin inserted in a first end of the tube portion traverses the first internal bore at a first end of the tube portion. The drive pin cooperates with a distal end of a rotary tool insertable into the second bore to transfer torque to the tool. The tool has an elongated body portion having a driven portion and a working portion. The driven portion includes a shank portion with channels for receiving the drive pin.

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Номер записи: 15
28-02-2013 дата публикации

Tool for the treatment of surfaces of dental materials

Номер: US20130052612A1
Автор: Günter SMAILUS
Принадлежит: Intensiv SA

The tool for the treatment of surfaces of dental materials comprises a spindle one end of which is provided with an abrasive layer that forms a head and the other end of which is provided with means for connection to a dental handpiece. The end of said spindle on which said abrasive layer is arranged is in the form of a core whose profile is similar to the profile of said abrasive layer, said abrasive layer enclosing said core with the exception of its termination on the handpiece side and having a thickness of at least 0.2 mm. Such a tool is substantially more rupture-proof and allows faster and more precise work.

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Номер записи: 16
04-04-2013 дата публикации

METHODS OF MAKING MULTI-CHROMATIC DENTAL APPLIANCES

Номер: US20130081272A1
Автор: Johnson Ryan E., Karim Naimul
Принадлежит: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY

A method of making a multi-chromatic dental appliance. A first article can be formed of a first material based on a first digital surface representation having a desired outer shape of the dental appliance. A portion of the first article can then be removed to form an outer layer of the dental appliance comprising a cavity dimensioned to accommodate an inner layer. A second article can be formed by filling the cavity of the first article with a second material. The second material can have at least one different optical property than the first material. The second article can be further processed, as desired. For example, a desired inner shape of the dental appliance can be formed in the second article. Such a desired inner shape can be based on a second digital surface representation of a dental object configured to receive the dental appliance. 1. A method of making a dental appliance , the method comprising:providing a first digital surface representation of a desired outer shape of a dental appliance;forming a first article of a first material having the desired outer shape based on the first digital surface representation;removing an inner portion of the first article to form an outer layer of the dental appliance comprising a cavity dimensioned to accommodate an inner layer; andforming a second article by filling the cavity of the first article with a second material adapted to form the inner layer, wherein the second material has at least one optical property that is different from the first material.2. A method of making a dental appliance , the method comprising:providing a first digital surface representation of a desired outer shape of a dental appliance;forming a first article of a first material having the desired outer shape based on the first digital surface representation;removing an inner portion of the first article to form an outer layer of the dental appliance comprising a cavity dimensioned to accommodate an inner layer;forming a second article ...

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Номер записи: 17
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Endodontic Instrument

Номер: US20130101956A1
Автор: Steven Larsen
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention is an endodontic instrument which comprises, among other features: a handle having an elongated base with a threaded projection having a recessed distal surface capable of cupping a first terminus portion of an elongated plastic grip attached to an endodontic file; and a cap containing a channel extending through the cap with the channel being threaded for mating with the projection of the elongated base of said endodontic instrument handle, said cap possessing a side and containing an aperture through which an endodontic file can project, the diameter of the aperture being selected to be larger than the diameter of the endodontic file but smaller than the diameter of a plastic grip attached to the endodontic file, said cap further having a recessed interior surface capable of cupping a second terminus portion of an elongated plastic grip attached to an endodontic file.

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Номер записи: 18
25-04-2013 дата публикации

RETRACTOR FOR DENTAL TREATMENT

Номер: US20130101959A1
Автор: Lee In Hwan
Принадлежит: B&L BIOTECH CO., LTD.

A dental retractor made of a shape memory material to be easily bended and restored to an initial shape under predetermined conditions is provided. The dental retractor includes a retraction portion made of nitinol or alloy including nitinol to be bendable and to have shape memory characteristics, and configured to hold gingival tissue by being supported by a tooth; a support portion connected to one side of the retraction portion to support the retraction portion; and a handle portion connected to the support part. Since the dental retractor is easily bent and variously deformed as necessary, convenience of a surgery may be increased. In addition, since the dental retractor is restored to the initial shape under the predetermined conditions after the surgery, convenience is increased. 1. A dental retractor comprising:a retraction portion made of nitinol or alloy including nitinol to be bendable and to have shape memory characteristics, and configured to hold gingival tissue by being supported by a tooth;a support portion connected to one side of the retraction portion to support the retraction portion; anda handle portion connected to the support portion.2. The dental retractor of claim 1 , wherein the retraction portion comprises:a wing portion protruding at each of opposite sides; anda support part protruding at a front part and including a serrated portion that includes a plurality of teeth at the front part,wherein the retraction portion is entirely in a cross shape.3. The dental retractor of claim 2 , wherein the wing portion protrudes to the opposite sides by the same length or different lengths.4. The dental retractor of claim 2 , wherein the wing portion comprises a rounded portion formed at an end.5. The dental retractor of claim 2 , wherein the wing portion comprises a sub serrated portion formed in at least one position of a front part of the wing portion.6. The dental retractor of claim 2 , wherein an end of the support part claim 2 , in which the ...

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Номер записи: 19
02-05-2013 дата публикации

SURGICAL LOCATION MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20130108979A1
Автор: Daon Ehud Udi
Принадлежит: NAVIDENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

The present invention involves a surgical hardware and software monitoring system and method which allows for surgical planning while the patient is available for surgery, for example while the patient is being prepared for surgery so that the system may model the surgical site. In one embodiment, the model may be used to track contemplated surgical procedures and warn the physician regarding possible boundary violations that would indicate an inappropriate location in a surgical procedure. In another embodiment, the hardware may track the movement of instruments during the procedure and in reference to the model to enhance observation of the procedure. 1. A position monitoring system for surgical procedures comprising:a fiducial reference adapted to be fixed to the area of surgical patient;a marker attached to an implement in a predetermined orientation;a tracker able to determine the position and orientation of the one or more markers;at least one of said marker and said tracker being connected to the fiducial reference in a fixed relative position;a computer system having a scan of the patient with the fiducial reference fixed to the area of surgical patient, said computer system coupled to said tracker and including a processor with memory and a software program having a series of instructions when executed by the processor determines the relative position and orientation of the marker based on information from said tracker, and relates the current arrangement of the implement in relation to the scan data; anda display system in communication with the computer system, said display system adapted to show the current arrangement of implements and patient scan data during the procedure.2. The position monitoring system according to wherein the fiducial reference consists of a specific material that is distinctly identifiable on an X-ray claim 1 , or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or other type of scan.3. The position monitoring system according to further ...

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Номер записи: 20
09-05-2013 дата публикации

Viewing system and viewing method

Номер: US20130113900A1
Автор: James Ortlieb
Принадлежит: Individual

A viewing system is disclosed, comprising: a detector of electromagnetic radiation (EMR); and a control system connected to receive signals from the detector, and configured to identify an image locator, disposed within a field of view of the detector in use, and select for detection by the detector the image locator or an image located by the image locator. A viewing method is disclosed comprising: detecting electromagnetic radiation from an image locator disposed within a field of view of a detector; identifying the image locator with a control system; and displaying the image locator or an image located by the image locator on one or more displays.

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Номер записи: 21
09-05-2013 дата публикации

DEBRIDEMENT PASTE

Номер: US20130115248A1
Автор: Haugen Håvard J., Lyngstadaas S. Petter
Принадлежит: CORTICALIS AS

The present invention relates to a new and inventive composition for implant cleaning and/or debridement of hard surfaces in the oral cavity, which comprises optimally activated nanoparticles of TiO, having a mean particle diameter (D) of about 10-100 nm at a concentration between 0.5-500 g/L, and HO, at a concentration of at the most 7.5% by volume, said composition being antibacterial, without causing microbial resistance, and anti-inflammatory, and wherein said composition further comprises solid microparticles, having a mean particle diameter (D) of about 100-200 μm at a concentration between 0.5-300 g/L, for improved mechanical debridement and/or cleaning of rough surfaces in the oral cavity and/or on an implant. 1. An antimicrobial and/or anti-inflammatory composition for implant cleaning and/or debridement of a hard surface in the oral cavity , which comprises{'sub': 2', '50, 'a. nanoparticles of TiO, having a mean particle diameter (D) of 10-100 nm at a concentration between 0.5-500 g/L,'}{'sub': 2', '2, 'b. HOat a concentration of at the most 7.5% by volume, and'}{'sub': '50', 'c. solid microparticles having a mean particle diameter (D) of 100-200 μm at a concentration between about 0.5-300 g/L.'}2. An antimicrobial and/or anti-inflammatory composition according to claim 1 , wherein said nanoparticles of TiOare selected from the group consisting of particles having a mean particle diameter (D) of 20-30 nm.3. An antimicrobial and/or anti-inflammatory composition according to claim 1 , wherein said nanoparticles of TiOare present at a concentration of about 10-300 g/L.4. An antimicrobial and/or anti-inflammatory composition according to claim 1 , wherein said nanoparticles of TiOare crystalline.5. An antimicrobial and/or anti-inflammatory composition according to claim 1 , wherein said solid microparticles are selected from the group consisting of particles having a mean particle diameter (D) of 120-180 μm.6. An antimicrobial and/or anti-inflammatory ...

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Номер записи: 22
16-05-2013 дата публикации

Medical cutting tool

Номер: US20130122461A1
Автор: Mutsunori Shioiri
Принадлежит: Mani Inc

[Problem] To provide a method for manufacturing a medical cutting tool and a medical cutting tool that will not rust and that is capable of stably demonstrating high strength. [Solution] A working section ( 2 ) formed by a cemented carbide or ceramic is brazed to the tip of a shank part ( 1 ) formed by a round bar-shaped austenitic stainless steel, thereby constituting a cutting tool (A). The shank part ( 1 ) comprises a shank ( 1 a ), a neck ( 1 b ), and a joint ( 1 c ) to which the working section ( 2 ) is brazed. At least part of the stainless steel near the joint ( 1 c ) of the neck ( 11 b ) and in the joint ( 1 c ) has a fiber-like structure. The structure of the stainless steel in the joint ( 1 c ) on the working section ( 2 ) side has a granular structure.

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Номер записи: 23
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Prophy angle

Номер: US20130130198A1
Автор: Chris J. Carron, David G. Grither
Принадлежит: Angstrom Manufacturing Inc

The present invention provides a dental prophylaxis angle that includes a housing, a rotor disposed in the housing, and a drive shaft driving the rotor. The drive shaft and the rotor operate together with a sidewall of the housing against a common surface of the rotor to prevent removal of the rotor from the housing in a direction along an axis of rotation of the rotor.

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Номер записи: 24
23-05-2013 дата публикации

SOFT BODY AUTOMATIC REGISTRATION AND SURGICAL MONITORING SYSTEM

Номер: US20130131504A1
Автор: Daon Ehud (Udi)
Принадлежит: NAVIDENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

A surgical hardware and software monitoring system and method allows for surgical planning while the patient is available for surgery, for example while the patient is being prepared for surgery so that the system may model the surgical site. In one embodiment, the model may be used to track contemplated surgical procedures and warn the physician regarding possible boundary violations that would indicate an inappropriate location in a surgical procedure. In another embodiment, the monitoring system may track the movement of instruments during the procedure and in reference to the model to enhance observation of the procedure. In a further embodiment the monitoring system can be used to model and track the changes in the surgical site itself. 1. A system for monitoring a surgical site , comprising: a predetermined radio opaque marker pattern structured and arranged to affix to a portion of a body proximate to a surgical site; a tracker capable of observing the surgical site , and a computing device coupled to said tracker and adapted to receive observation data from said tracker , said computing device having a processor and memory storing software that when executed by said processor enables said processor to recognize the pattern and calculate a model of the surgical sited based on the identity of the pattern and changes in shape of the pattern based on the observation data received from said tracker.2. The surgical monitoring system of wherein the marker pattern is configured in at least one of marked and shaped for having at least one of its location and its orientation determined from the scan data.3. The surgical monitoring system of wherein the marker pattern is configured in at least one of marked and shaped to allow the marker pattern to be uniquely identified from the scan data.4. The surgical monitoring system of further comprising a tracking marker in fixed three-dimensional spatial relationship with the marker pattern claim 1 , wherein the tracking ...

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Номер записи: 25
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Surgical location monitoring system and method using skin applied fiducial reference

Номер: US20130131505A1
Автор: Ehud (Udi) Daon, Martin Gregory Beckett
Принадлежит: NAVIDENT Tech Inc

The present invention involves a surgical monitoring system and method for modeling surgical procedures. A multi-element fiducial reference pattern observable by a tracker may be transferred directly to the skin proximate the surgical site, either through a stencil as a radio-opaque ink pattern or via transfer tape, or may be applied in prepared form on a surgical incise film. Alternatively the surgical incise film may be applied over the surgical site and the inked reference pattern applied to the film before surgery. A controller determines the three-dimensional location and orientation of the surgical site by comparing the position and orientation of the reference pattern in a prior scan with the position and orientation of the reference pattern in image information about the surgical site obtained from the tracker. The system may track the movement of instruments relative to the surgical site, or may be used to track changes in the surgical site itself.

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Номер записи: 26
30-05-2013 дата публикации

Dental Handpiece

Номер: US20130137060A1
Автор: Tetsuya Aida, Yuichi Shibata
Принадлежит: Nakanishi Inc

A dental handpiece having a reciprocal rotation means for converting a rotary motion to a reciprocating rotating motion is disclosed. The reciprocal rotation means includes a rotary body having input- and output-side guide grooves, input- and output-side semispherical concave surface formed at the ends of input- and output-side shaft part, respectively, of a rotary shaft extending in a grip of the handpiece, and input- and output-side guide pin protruding from the input- and output-side semispherical concave surface, respectively for engagement in the input- and output-side guide grooves, respectively.

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Номер записи: 27
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Periodontal treatment system and method

Номер: US20130143180A1
Автор: Douglas L. Glover, Enrico E. DiVito, Kemmons A. Tubbs, Mark P. Colonna, Robert E. Barr
Принадлежит: Medical Dental Advanced Tech Group LLC

Methods and apparatuses for treating a root canal in a tooth or hard and/or soft tissue within a tooth and surrounding tissues by pulsing a laser light into a reservoir, preferably after introducing liquid fluid into the reservoir, so as to disintegrate, separate, or otherwise neutralize pulp, plaque, calculus, and/or bacteria within and adjacent the fluid reservoir without elevating the temperature of any of the dentin, tooth, bones, gums, other soft tissues, other hard tissues, and any other adjacent tissue more than about 5° C.

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Номер записи: 28
13-06-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR QUICKLY STOPPING A MEDICAL, IN PARTICULAR DENTAL, DRILLING TOOL

Номер: US20130149660A1
Автор: Jindra Thomas, Pruckner Christian, Unger Ewald, Watzek Georg
Принадлежит: W&H DENTALWERK BUERMOOS GMBH

A device for quickly stopping a medical or dental drilling tool comprising a drilling tool having a body extending between a connection end and a working end and having a longitudinal extension along a longitudinal axis of the drilling tool the drilling tool has a hollow outer shell in which a probe is held that can be moved along the longitudinal axis so that a part of the probe can be moved out of the shell through an opening. The probe is designed as an elongated pin, and its first end facing the connection end is held in the interior of the hollow outer shell. An electromagnetic sensor for detecting relative movement between the shell and the probe is arranged along the longitudinal extension of the body. The drilling tool has a channel for a treatment fluid extending along the longitudinal axis. 1. A device for the quick stop of quickly stopping a medical or dental drilling tool comprising:a drilling tool with a connection end for connecting to a drive, an abrasive working end for removing material and a body extending between the connection end and the working end having a longitudinal extension extending along a longitudinal axis of the drilling tool, wherein the drilling tool has a hollow outer shell in which a probe pre-tensioned by a spring element is held, wherein the probe is movable along the longitudinal axis relative to the outer shell such, that at least a part of the probe is movable out of the outer shell through an opening in the outer shell at the working end, wherein the probe is designed as an elongated pin extending along the longitudinal axis having a first end facing the connection end and a second end facing the working end, andan electromagnetic sensor for detecting a relative movement between the outer shell and the probe, whereinthe first end of the probe facing the connection end is held in the interior of the hollow outer shell of the drilling tool, whereinthe electromagnetic sensor is arranged along the longitudinal extension of the ...

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Номер записи: 29
20-06-2013 дата публикации

DENTAL TREATMENT CENTER

Номер: US20130157216A1
Автор: Buerk Richard, Sauter Johannes
Принадлежит: KALTENBACH & VOIGT GMBH & CO. KG

A system for driving an electric handpiece in response to a pneumatic control signal may provide for fast interchange of handpieces, self-calibration and wide dynamic range of operation with precise speed control. The system may be incorporated into virtually any dental treatment center using traditional pneumatic drive handpieces, and a conversion kit may facilitate such conversion. The system may provide not only for controlling the speed and torque of a tool coupled to an electric drive handpiece responsive to a pneumatic control signal, it may also provide for coupling cooling air and treatment media, such as air and/or water to the handpiece. Coupling of a handpiece to an operating base of the system, including coupling of media lines and electrical connections may be made with a simple press and twist action using quick connection structure. 1. A self-calibrating handpiece controller comprising:a processor configured to determine a pneumatic-to-electric transfer function and to automatically update the pneumatic-to-electric transfer function based on a measured maximum air pressure from a source of compressed air.2. The self-calibrating handpiece controller of claim 1 , wherein the handpiece controller is configured to update the transfer function upon an initial usage of the handpiece and to periodically update the transfer function during continued usage of the handpiece claim 1 , based on the measured maximum air pressure.3. The self-calibrating handpiece controller of claim 1 , further comprising a non-volatile memory adapted to store the transfer function from an initial usage of an associated handpiece and to use the stored transfer function during a further usage of the associated handpiece.4. The self-calibrating handpiece controller of claim 3 , the handpiece controller being configured to update the stored transfer function for use during the further usage.5. The self-calibrating handpiece controller of claim 1 , wherein the transfer function ...

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Номер записи: 30
11-07-2013 дата публикации

GUM TISSUE GUIDE, SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF PRODUCING AND UTILIZING THE SAME

Номер: US20130177864A1
Автор: Hultgren Bruce Willard, Marshall Michael Craig
Принадлежит:

A method, device and system for modifying the gingival margin of a patient is disclosed. A method includes obtaining an electronic model of the dentition of a patient, determining an incision path along the gingival surface based on the electronic model, generating and fabricating a guide arrangement to assist in cutting the gingival surface of the patient, mounting the guide arrangement to the dentition of the patient, and cutting the gingival surface of the patient with the assistance of the guide arrangement. A guide arrangement includes a mounting portion and a template portion coupled to the mounting portion along the gingival surface of the guide arrangement and positioned to provide a desired incision path. A system includes a three dimensional scanner, a computer system and a fabricating device. 1. A method comprising:obtaining an electronic model of at least part of a dentition of a patient, the dentition including a gingival surface;determining an incision path along the gingival surface using a computing device, based at least partially on the electronic model image;generating an electronic model of a guide arrangement including generating a mounting portion of the guide arrangement that is configured to fit over the dentition of the patient and generating a template portion of the guide arrangement that extends from the mounting portion towards the gingival surface of the patient, the template portion defining a guide edge along the incision path; andfabricating the guide arrangement based on the electronic model of the guide arrangement.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:mounting the guide arrangement over the dentition of the patient; andcutting the gingival surface of the patient using the fabricated guide arrangement.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein modifying the gingival surface comprises:cutting the gingival surface along the incision path by positioning a cutting tool against the guide edge of the template portion of the guide ...

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Номер записи: 31
18-07-2013 дата публикации

ROTARY DENTAL TOOL AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

Номер: US20130183636A1
Автор: HALLER, JR. Mitchell W., Lipp Alan R., Lowder James T.
Принадлежит: Spectrum Systems, LLC

A rotary dental tool. The tool comprises a blank having a shaft portion and a head portion. A single layer of grit comprising diamond crystals extends from the blank at substantially uniform height, said grit covering a predetermined proportion of the surface area of the head portion. A bonding material substantially surrounds the diamond crystals, forming micro-channels between the diamond crystals. The diamond crystal size is substantially less than other rapid cutting tools yet outperforms other tools in cutting speed, durability and smoothness of finish. The micro-channels are believed to both cool the dental tool and facilitate debris removal during use. 1. A dental rotary tool comprising:a blank having a shaft portion and a head portion;a single layer of grit disposed upon the blank, the grit comprising at least one of spaced apart individual crystals and spaced apart clusters of crystals, the crystals extending to a generally uniform height above the surface of the blank, said grit covering less than about 90% of the surface area of the head portion; anda bonding material that is generally limited to a fillet surrounding principally the bases of the crystals at the surface of the blank, thereby forming interconnected void spaces on the blank between the crystals, the interconnected void spaces providing continuous micro-channels for cooling the crystals and removing debris, the micro-channels extending to the surface of the head portion, said head portion having a thin film of bonding material and a thin film of bonding material on a portion of the sides of the crystals, the bonding material durably captivating the crystals to the blank while leaving a major portion of the crystals free of bonding material and available for cutting.2. The dental rotary tool of wherein the grit comprises diamond crystals.3. The dental rotary tool of wherein the grit comprises cubic boron nitride crystals.4. The dental rotary tool of wherein the blank is made from a metal ...

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Номер записи: 32
15-08-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GUIDING DENTAL TREATMENT TOOLS

Номер: US20130209953A1
Автор: Arlinsky David, Goldenberg Gershon
Принадлежит: IGS DENTAL LTD.

The invention is a system and method for guiding a dental treatment tool. The system comprises a guidance device inserted into the mouth and an analyzer unit receiving tool location information from the device and providing an image indicating the location of the tool in relation to the jaw. The guidance device provides a platform to which any type of dental tool can be attached and supports the tool, allowing it to be moved in any direction. The system tracks the motion of the tool and displays its location and orientation relative to a three dimensional coordinate system whose origin is located on part of the device. Prior to the procedure the practitioner designs a surgery or treatment path, which is displayed on top of an image of a region in the mouth. An image of the tool showing its instantaneous location and orientation is displayed as an overlay. 1. A system for aiding a practitioner to guide a dental treatment tool by tracking the motion of said tool and displaying its location and orientation relative to a three dimensional coordinate system whose origin is located at a fixed location inside the mouth of a patient , said system comprising: i) a fixation unit adapted to be attached to and detached from the jaw and/or teeth of said patient;', 'ii) an interfacing unit attached to said fixation unit in such a manner that allows said interfacing unit to be moved laterally relative to said fixation unit and to be tilted relative to a vertical axis, said interfacing unit being adapted to enable said dental treatment tool to be mechanically fixedly attached to it;', 'iii) a sensor unit comprising several sensors adapted to produce signals related to the instantaneous location and orientation of said interfacing unit and attached tool relative to said fixation unit placed at different locations on said guidance device and a transmitter adapted to transmit said signals; and, 'A) a guidance device comprising i) a receiver adapted to receive said signals transmitted ...

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Номер записи: 33
17-10-2013 дата публикации

DENTAL IMPLANT

Номер: US20130273498A1
Автор: Sinclair David, Tuke Michael, Woods John
Принадлежит:

A dental implant comprising an implant body which has an asymmetric root portion receivable in an asymmetric open root cavity of the patient and engagement means on the asymmetric root portion to at least in part engage a surface of the root cavity so as to prevent or inhibit unintentional extraction. The asymmetric root portion is complementarily shaped to fit the said asymmetric open root cavity, thus substantially dispensing with the need for protracted preparation of the root cavity and providing substantially immediate stability for the prosthetic tooth. 1. A dental implant system , comprising a plurality of selectable different dental implants; an abutment formed on or engageable with each said dental implant; and a common prosthetic crown formed on or engageable with the abutment , each said dental implant having an implant body having an asymmetric root portion receivable in an asymmetric open root cavity and engagement means on the asymmetric root portion to at least in part engage a surface of the root cavity , the asymmetric root portion being complementarily shaped to fit the said asymmetric open root cavity , each root portion being asymmetric in two mutually perpendicular lateral extents along a longitudinal axis of the root portion , an outer surface of each implant body being non-smoothly undulating along the longitudinal extent of the implant body; and the engagement means including: a plurality of spaced apart discontinuous lateral projections which extend from an exterior surface of the asymmetric root portion , and a rough textured surface.26.-. (canceled)7. The dental implant system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the said lateral projections are at least one of elongate ribs and fins along at least a majority of a longitudinal extent of the root portion.8. The dental implant system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a lateral extent of the lateral projection is substantially uniform along at least a majority of a longitudinal extent of the lateral ...

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Номер записи: 34
31-10-2013 дата публикации

DENTAL FILING TOOL HANDLE

Номер: US20130288197A1
Автор: KIM DANIEL SUNG-YUL
Принадлежит:

An improved handle for a dental filing tool, the tool having an arcuate handle with a horizontal bridge and opposed first and second vertical arms, the improvement including first and second sets of partial-cylindrical grip portions distributed along the outer surfaces of the first and second vertical arms, respectively, the grip portions aligned normal to the handle plane, the respective first and second sets defining convex outer grip profiles and concave front-back grip profiles. An improved handle may further include an embedded socket to receive a coupler for a dental driver. 1. An improved handle for a dental filing tool , the tool having an arcuate handle with a horizontal bridge and opposed first and second vertical arms extending from opposite ends of the bridge to terminal ends , the vertical arms and bridge having outer surfaces and being adapted to hold a filing strip extending between them , the horizontal bridge and vertical arms generally defining a handle plane and having a front surface and a back surface , the improvement comprising:first and second sets of partial-cylindrical grip portions distributed along the outer surfaces of the first and second vertical arms, respectively, each of the grip portions extending longitudinally from a first end surface projected outward from the handle front surface to a second end surface projected outward from the handle back surface, each of the grip portions aligned longitudinally normal to the handle plane; and,each set comprising a first grip portion disposed proximate the vertical arm terminal end, a second grip portion disposed proximate the connection region of the bridge and respective vertical arm, and a plurality of spaced-apart interstitial grip portions distributed between the first and second grip portions.2. The improved dental filing tool of claim 1 , the improvement further comprising:wherein, the outer surfaces of each of the first and second sets trace a convex grip profile.3. The improved ...

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Номер записи: 35
31-10-2013 дата публикации

METHOD OF SIMULTANEOUSLY CLEANING AND WHITENING TEETH

Номер: US20130288203A1
Автор: Montogmery R. Eric
Принадлежит: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.

A method for simultaneously cleaning and whitening teeth comprising the steps of: applying a conditioning composition to the teeth surface, applying an oxidizing composition to the teeth surface, applying a sealant composition to the teeth surface, cleaning the teeth surface, polishing the teeth surface and removing the condition compositions from the teeth. 1. A method for simultaneously cleaning and whitening teeth comprising the steps of:applying a conditioning composition to the teeth surface;applying an oxidizing composition to said teeth surface;applying a sealant composition to said teeth surface;cleaning said teeth surface;polishing said teeth surface; andremoving said condition composition, said oxidizing composition and said sealant composition.2. A method for simultaneously cleaning and whitening teeth comprising the steps of:applying a composition to the teeth surface;wherein said composition is comprised of at least a fluid carrier, a tooth conditioner, an oxidizing agent and a water-resistant polymer.cleaning said teeth surface;polishing said teeth surface; andremoving said composition.3. The method of wherein said conditioning composition is comprised of a fluid carrier and at least one tooth conditioner.4. The method of wherein said tooth conditioner is comprised from the group consisting of phosphoric acid claims 2 , hydrochloric acid claims 2 , acetic acid claims 2 , lactic acid claims 2 , citric acid claims 2 , EDTA claims 2 , phytic acid claims 2 , 1-hydroxyethylidene-1 claims 2 ,1′-diphosphonic acid and combinations thereof.5. The method of wherein said oxidizing composition is comprised of a fluid carrier and at least one oxidizing agent.6. The method of wherein said oxidizing agent is comprised from the group consisting of peroxides claims 2 , metal chlorites claims 2 , percarbonates claims 2 , perborates claims 2 , perxyacids claims 2 , hypochlorites and combinations thereof.7. The method of wherein said fluid carrier is comprised from the ...

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Номер записи: 36
14-11-2013 дата публикации

DENTAL DRILL AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME

Номер: US20130302748A1
Автор: Friedrichs Arno
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a method for producing a dental drill that has a shank () and a work section. The shank contains a centrally arranged, continuous first channel (). The work section contains one or more continuous, spiral-shaped further channels (). The first channel and the further channels open into a common chamber () connecting the shank and the work section. The shank is sintered with the work section in order to form a one-piece, sintered component that encloses the chamber connecting the shank and the work section. 1. Method of producing a dental drill having a shank and a work section , wherein the shank has a centrally arranged , continuous first channel and the work section has one or more continuous , helically extending further channels , the first channel and the further channels opening into a common chamber connecting the shank and the work section , comprising he following steps:producing the shank having a centrally arranged, continuous first channel,producing the work section having one or more continuous, helically extending further channels andsintering the shank to the work section to form a one-piece, sintered component which encloses the chamber connecting the shank and the work section.2. Method according to claim 1 , wherein for producing the shank a plastic material is extruded by a first extrusion tool in order to provide a first body claim 1 , which consists of plastic material claim 1 , with a centrally arranged claim 1 , continuous first channel claim 1 , the body leaving the first extrusion tool is cut to a predetermined first length and the cut-to-length body is hardened by drying.3. Method according to claim 1 , wherein for producing the work section a plastic material is extruded by a second extrusion tool in order to provide a second body claim 1 , which consists of plastic material claim 1 , with rectilinearly extending further channels claim 1 , the second body leaving the second extrusion tool is cut to a predetermined ...

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Номер записи: 37
14-11-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR PICKING AND PLACING SMALL PARTS, PARTICULARLY IN THE FIELD OF ODONTOLOGY OR MICROSURGERY

Номер: US20130302750A1
Автор: Bagur Philippe
Принадлежит:

A tubular sleeve is configured to grasp a small part, move it, and place it in a correct location in a patient's mouth. The tubular sleeve comprises a picking end; a connection end having a connection end piece configured to connect to a suction system; and an inner part between the picking end and the connection end, the inner part being equipped with a sealing flap configured to cooperate with a control device to move the sealing flap between an open position and a closed position. The sealing flap, in the open position, allows passage of aspirated air flow from the suction system to pick up and suction the small part, and the sealing flap, in the closed position, blocks the aspirated air flow to separate the small part from the tubular sleeve. 18-. (canceled)9. A tubular sleeve configured to grasp a small part , move it , and place it in a correct location in a patient's mouth , the tubular sleeve comprising:a picking end;a connection end provided with a connection end piece, the connection end piece being configured to connect to a suction system; andan inner part between the picking end and the connection end, the inner part being equipped with a sealing flap configured to cooperate with a control device to move the sealing flap between an open position and a closed position, wherein:the sealing flap, in the open position, allows passage of aspirated air flow from the suction system, the aspirated air flow being sufficient to pick up and suction the small part, andthe sealing flap, in the closed position, blocks the aspirated air flow to separate the small part from the tubular sleeve.10. The tubular sleeve according to claim 9 , wherein:the suction system is a suction system of a dentist's chair, andthe small part is selected from the group comprising posts, pivots, inlay cores, crowns, and onlays.11. The tubular sleeve according to claim 10 , wherein the connection end piece of the tubular sleeve is connected indirectly to the suction system of the dentist's ...

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Номер записи: 38
14-11-2013 дата публикации

DENTAL ABRASIVE ASSEMBLIES AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20130302751A1
Автор: Jacobs Dwight W., Maxa Steven J.
Принадлежит: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY

Provided are abrasive assemblies and related methods that combine a head portion including an integral abrasive member and a drive portion including a resilient cylindrical mandrel. The abrasive member has a receptacle that is complemental to a working end of the mandrel when both members are relaxed. As the abrasive member engages to, or disengages from, the mandrel, the receptacle resiliently expands and the working end of the mandrel resiliently compresses, each in cooperation with the other. Optionally, the abrasive member is maintained in compression in both directions parallel and perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the mandrel. Advantageously, these assemblies provide for superior retention and slip resistance, ease-of-use, and high manufacturing tolerances. 1. A rotary dental abrasive assembly comprising:a unitary abrasive member having a generally circular receptacle with a minimum inner diameter when the abrasive member is relaxed, the member comprising a resilient polymer composite comprising abrasive particles; anda generally cylindrical mandrel having an outer surface, a longitudinal axis and a bulbous working end received in the receptacle, the working end being divided into a plurality of sections by elongated slots extending from the outer surface of the mandrel toward the longitudinal axis, wherein the working end has an maximum outer diameter when relaxed and the plurality of sections and the abrasive member cooperatively deflect as the abrasive member is engaged to, and disengaged from, the mandrel.2. (canceled)3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein the inner diameter of the receptacle and the outer diameter of the working end are relatively sized to provide a degree of interference greater than 250 micrometers along the diameter of the assembly.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the working end and the receptacle assume respective shapes that are complemental with each other when the mandrel and abrasive article are relaxed.5. The assembly ...

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Номер записи: 39
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Method Of Powder Blasting For Cleaning Of Tooth Surfaces

Номер: US20130337413A1
Автор: Donnet Marcel, Wittmann Jörg
Принадлежит:

A method for cleaning tooth surfaces with a powder and a powder mixture, preferably by powder blasting with a powder-jet device, said device mixing the powder or the powder mixture with air to form a powder/air mixture, wherein said powder and/or powder mixture is an alditol or contains such alditol. Preferably, mannitol and/or erythritol are used, because of their anti-cariogenic effect. Xylitol is also suitable for cleaning tooth surfaces, especially of less strongly mineralized tooth surfaces like dentine. 1. A tooth cleaning method , comprising the steps of:preparing at least one powder containing at least one alditol as an agent for cleaning tooth surfaces; andpowder blasting a tooth surface with said agent for a powder-jet cleaning.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of mixing said powder together with at least one finely particled component selected from the group consisting of silica gel claim 1 , bleaching agents claim 1 , analgesics claim 1 , bacteriocides and flavor additives claim 1 , for the preparation of said agent.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one powder consists essentially of two powders claim 1 , said two powders being a mannitol and an erythritol.4. The method of claim 3 , characterized in that the mannitol is present in a mass fraction of 30% and the erythritol is present in a mass fraction of 70%.5. The method of claim 3 , further comprising the step of mixing said powder together with at least one finely particled component selected from the group consisting of silica gel claim 3 , bleaching agents claim 3 , analgesics claim 3 , bacteriocides and flavor additives claim 3 , for the preparation of said agent.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the agent additionally contains air and water; and comprising the step of applying the agent onto the tooth surface to be cleaned with a powder-jet device that mixes the powder with air to form a powder/air mixture and blasts said powder/air mixture together with said ...

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Номер записи: 40
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Fuhrungselement und vorrichtung zum einbringen einer knochenbohrung

Номер: US20130344453A1
Автор: Klaus EDER
Принадлежит: Jeder GmbH

A guide element is constructed for arrangement on a device for the penetrating extension of a blind hole created in hard tissue, in particular in the jawbone, wherein the device includes a hollow body that forms a pressure chamber and that has a distal working opening and an inlet opening opposite the working opening. The guide element can be inserted into the inlet opening with a tight fit and the inlet opening can be closed by the guide element, the guide element has a through-hole, through which a shaft of a working tool, for example, of a milling tool, can be guided and inserted into the hollow body, and the guide element has a connection for a working medium for applying an internal pressure in the pressure chamber or in the hollow body.

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Номер записи: 41
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Hand-held vibratory dispensing instrument for applying therapeutic compositions to teeth and methods of using same

Номер: US20140011163A1
Автор: R. Eric Montgomery
Принадлежит: Oraceutical LLC

A vibratory fluid dispensing instrument holds a rheologically non-Newtonian (shear-thinning) liquid, gel, cream, or paste therapeutic composition in a container section of a disposable applying device from which the composition is manually dispensed into an applicator brush for application to one or more surfaces in an oral cavity. The instrument includes a vibratory appliance mounted to the device and mechanically coupled thereto to enable application of the composition in conjunction with mechanical energy that reduces the viscosity of the composition due to vibratory shear forces and thereby leads to better penetration of the composition into hard and soft tissue surfaces. The vibratory appliance can be separate from the applying device so that it can be removed from an applying device after the container section is empty and reused with a replacement applying device.

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Номер записи: 42
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Dental Polisher

Номер: US20140017630A1
Автор: Chalifoux Paul R.
Принадлежит:

A dental polisher is provided comprising a cup, finger projections positioned within the cup and a drill attachment on the cap for attaching the cup to a dental drill. The finger projections and the rim of the cup are formed of abrasive materials. The cup may contain a polishing material. 1. A dental polishing system comprising:a substantially cylindrical retainer mechanism, comprising an upper portion, a median portion and a lower portion, wherein the upper portion comprises a substantially rigid rim portion;at least two projection mechanisms in mechanical communication with the substantially cylindrical retainer mechanism, wherein the at least two projection mechanisms extend upward from the lower portion of the substantially cylindrical retainer mechanism wherein the at least two projection mechanisms extend substantially flush with the rim of the substantially cylindrical retainer mechanism wherein the at least two projections mechanisms are flexible to follow surface contours simultaneously with said rim during use; and,an actuation arm in communication with the substantially cylindrical retainer mechanism wherein the actuation arm extends through the lower portion of the substantially cylindrical retainer mechanism.2. The dental polishing system of wherein the at least two projection mechanisms and the rim of the substantially cylindrical retainer mechanism comprise an abrasive composition.3. The dental polishing system of further comprising at least one divider mechanism extending radially inward from an interior portion of the upper portion of the substantially cylindrical retainer mechanism.4. The dental polishing system of wherein the median portion and the lower portion of the substantially cylindrical retainer mechanism are substantially flexible.5. The dental polishing system of wherein the lower portion of the actuation mechanism comprises an area for communication with a rotary motion mechanism.6. The dental polishing system of wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 43
06-02-2014 дата публикации

DENTAL DRILL HEAD

Номер: US20140038123A1
Автор: Liu Xiaoxia, Zhang Chun
Принадлежит: Zhengzhou Zezheng Technical Services Ltd.

A dental drill head, constituted of a head housing, a wind wheel, and bearings, the head housing being constituted of a head housing cover and a head housing cavity, and the wind wheel being constituted of a wind wheel shaft and wind wheel blades. An anti-suck-back device is configured between the head housing cover and a wind wheel shaft end part to which the wind wheel shaft corresponds. The present invention, which adopts the aforementioned technical scheme, firstly makes it possible to reduce the intake in of contaminants when suck-back is taking place as the impeller is braked; and secondly, while there is still a positive pressure inside the head, the rubber head covering uses elastic force to brake the impeller and completely prevents the intake of contaminants. Moreover, the structure is simple and costs are low. 1. A dental drill head , comprising a head housing , a wind wheel , and bearings , the dental drill head being characterized in that: the head housing is constituted of a head housing covering and a head housing cavity , and the wind wheel is constituted of a wind wheel shaft and wind wheel blades.2. The dental drill head as set forth in claim 1 , characterized in that: an anti-suck-back device is configured between the head housing covering and an end part of the wind wheel shaft corresponding to the wind wheel shaft.3. The dental drill head as set forth in claim 2 , characterized in that: the head covering of the head housing is a rubber head covering claim 2 , and the periphery of the rubber head covering is fixed onto the cavity of the head housing.4. The dental drill head as set forth in claim 3 , characterized in that: the rubber head covering snaps onto the end surface of the wind wheel shaft of the wind wheel.5. The dental drill head as set forth in claim 4 , characterized in that: a brake disc is arranged between the wind wheel shaft of the wind wheel and one end corresponding to the rubber head covering.6. The dental drill head as set ...

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Номер записи: 44
06-02-2014 дата публикации

DENTAL FILING TOOL HANDLE

Номер: US20140038131A1
Автор: KIM DANIEL SUNG-YUL
Принадлежит:

An improved handle for a dental filing tool, the tool having an arcuate handle with a horizontal bridge and opposed first and second vertical arms, the improvement including first and second sets of partial-cylindrical grip portions distributed along the outer surfaces of the first and second vertical arms, respectively, the grip portions aligned normal to the handle plane, the respective first and second sets defining convex or concave outer grip profiles and concave front-back grip profiles. An improved handle may further include an embedded socket to receive a coupler for a dental driver, or a projecting coupling to engage a dental driver coupling. 1. An improved handle for a dental filing tool , the tool having an arcuate handle with a horizontal bridge and opposed first and second vertical arms extending from opposite ends of the bridge to terminal ends , the vertical arms and bridge having outer surfaces and being adapted to hold a filing strip extending between them , the horizontal bridge and vertical arms generally defining a handle plane and having a front surface and a back surface , the improvement comprising:first and second sets of partial-cylindrical grip portions distributed along the outer surfaces of the first and second vertical arms, respectively, each of the grip portions extending longitudinally from a first end surface projected outward from the handle front surface to a second end surface projected outward from the handle back surface, each of the grip portions aligned longitudinally normal to the handle plane; and,each set comprising a first grip portion disposed proximate the vertical arm terminal end, a second grip portion disposed proximate the connection region of the bridge and respective vertical arm, and a plurality of spaced-apart interstitial grip portions distributed between the first and second grip portions.2. The improved dental filing tool of claim 1 , the improvement further comprising:wherein, the outer surfaces of each of ...

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Номер записи: 45
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Disposable medical drill guide

Номер: US20140046336A1
Автор: Douglas Slomski, John Nino
Принадлежит: ECA Medical Instruments Inc

A drill guide which is disposable and may be packaged in a kit with varying drill guides and sleeve guides is disclosed. Said device may have medical waste collection indentations, regions, or wells, whereby medical waste is removed and disposed of along with said device.

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Номер записи: 46
06-03-2014 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CAUSING TOOTH MOVEMENT

Номер: US20140065569A1
Автор: Abatelli Phillip, Gelman Keiles Dana Leigh, JOHNSON Richard, Phan Christopher U., Way Bryce A.
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A method of increasing movement of a tooth in a jaw having at least one tooth with an orthodontic brace thereon includes: (1) holding a handle of a device, the device having an elongate member extending from the handle and a screw tip at a distal end of the elongate member; (2) moving a sleeve along the elongate member to set a length of exposed screw tip; (3) locking the sleeve in place relative to the screw tip; (4) drilling a hole with the screw tip through a cortical bone of a jaw to increase movement of the tooth; and (5) stopping the drilling when the length of exposed screw tip has penetrated the jaw. 1. A method of increasing movement of a tooth in a jaw , the method comprising:holding a handle of a device, the device having an elongate member extending from the handle and a screw tip at a distal end of the elongate member;moving a sleeve along the elongate member to set a length of exposed screw tip;locking the sleeve in place relative to the screw tip;drilling a hole with the screw tip through a cortical bone of a jaw, wherein the jaw comprises at least one tooth having an orthodontic brace thereon, the drilling performed to increase movement of the tooth; andstopping the drilling when the length of exposed screw tip has penetrated the jaw.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein drilling a hole comprises drilling a hole in a mesial surface of the jaw.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising drilling a plurality of holes spaced along a mesial surface of the jaw.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein drilling a hole comprises drilling a hole in a gingival flap.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein drilling a hole comprising drilling the hole proximal to a central or lateral tooth or drilling a hole in the palatal.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the length of exposed screw tip is approximately 3 mm.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein drilling a hole comprises drilling the hole in a canine or a premolar.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the length of exposed screw ...

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Номер записи: 47
06-03-2014 дата публикации

Anti-Rotation Instrument

Номер: US20140065572A1
Автор: Hung M. Thai
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention features an anti-rotation instrument system which could be applied/used in all health professions such as medical, dental, and any other specialties. The system includes an anti-rotation instrument device comprising a main handle, a first removable hand grip and a first instrumental tip. The first removable hand grip is attached to a first female screw cavity disposed on the main handle. One end of the instrumental tip passes through a channel disposed within first hand grip with an anti-rotation key disposed on the instrumental tip securely reside within a dent disposed on the distal end of the first removable hand grip and the threading disposed on the end of the instrumental tip is subsequently screwed into the first female screw cavity of the main handle such that the first hand grip is tightly sandwiched between the first instrumental tip and main body.

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Номер записи: 48
06-03-2014 дата публикации

DRILL FOR IMPLANT SURGERY

Номер: US20140065573A1
Автор: Wang Je-Won
Принадлежит: INNOBIOSURG

Disclosed is a drill for implant surgery drill for implant surgery. The drill includes a drill connecting part having a drill top portion formed at one side of the top portion thereof, a drill fixing groove formed on the lower portion of the drill top portion, and a drill connecting body formed on the lower portion of the drill fixing groove; and a drilling part disposed on the underside of the drill connecting part and having a cylindrical shape in such a manner as to be small in diameter toward the lower portion thereof and to have a space portion formed at the inside thereof. 1. A drill for implant surgery , comprising:{'b': 10', '11', '12', '11', '13, 'a drill connecting part having a drill top portion formed at one side of the top portion thereof, a drill fixing groove formed on the lower portion of the drill top portion , and a drill connecting body formed on the lower portion of the drill fixing groove; and'}{'b': 20', '10', '20', '22', '21', '22', '30, 'a drilling part disposed on the underside of the drill connecting part and having a cylindrical shape in such a manner as to be small in diameter toward the lower portion thereof and to have a space portion formed at the inside thereof, the drilling part having a plurality of side piercing portions equally spaced apart from each other along the outer periphery thereof in such a manner as to be pierced into the space portion formed at the inside thereof, a plurality of side bone cutting blades formed along one side edges of the plurality of side piercing portions , and a toothed lower bone cutting blade formed along the end periphery of the lower portion thereof.'}2. A drill for implant surgery , comprising:{'b': 10', '11', '12', '11', '13, 'a drill connecting part having a drill top portion formed at one side of the top portion thereof, a drill fixing groove formed on the lower portion of the drill top portion , and a drill connecting body formed on the lower portion of the drill fixing groove; and'}{'b': 120 ...

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Номер записи: 49
20-03-2014 дата публикации

DENTAL MICRO-TORNADO TISSUE CUTTING AND REMOVAL METHOD AND APPARATUS

Номер: US20140080090A1
Автор: Laufer Zohar
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A method and apparatus is disclosed for treating teeth associated with tooth structure removal and disinfection, in particular for endodontic procedures such as root canal tissue removal and decay treatment. Traditional methods involve the use of files, reamers, chemicals, drills, and burs, which have many disadvantages. The disclosed method and apparatus are based on the use of micro-tornado forces generated in a small working head attached to a dental hand piece and discharged from an extended cannula into a root canal orifice or a cavity to abrade, cut, and remove the content. 1. A dental instrument , comprising a working head that generates micro-tornado forces , wherein the working head comprises:(a) a fluid inlet;(b) one or more orifices configured to intensify the linear velocity of the fluid;(c) a vortexing chamber configured to convert the linear velocity of the fluid to a rotational velocity of at least 6,000 rpm; and(d) a cannula at the distal end of the working head fluidly connected to the vortexing chamber.2. The dental instrument of claim 1 , wherein the fluid is pressurized air comprising abrasive powder or fluid particles suspended therein.3. The dental instrument of claim 1 , further comprising a source of negative pressure beyond the end of the cannula.4. The dental instrument of claim 1 , wherein the vortexing chamber comprises a conical shape with a base and an apex claim 1 , wherein the one or more orifices are positioned as the base of the conical shape claim 1 , and wherein the apex is posited at the distal end of the working head.5. The dental instrument of claim 1 , wherein the vortexing chamber comprises:(a) an outer portion and an inner portion that together define a conical gap between the inner surface of the outer portion and the outer surface of the inner portion; and(b) one or more sloped down grooves configured to direct the pressurized gas mixture from the one or more orifices in a conical spiral toward the apex of the conical gap, ...

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Номер записи: 50
03-04-2014 дата публикации

Hands Free Oral Hygiene System

Номер: US20140093836A1
Автор: Wolpo Stephen H.
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An oral hygiene system for cleaning teeth and gums includes a mouthpiece having at least one arcuate channel adapted to receive and surround the teeth. The mouthpiece includes at least two modalities chosen from a group consisting of a mechanical modality, an iontophoretic modality, and a disinfection modality, wherein the mechanical modality brushes the teeth and gums and dislodges food debris, the iontophoretic modality breaks up plaque and tartar buildup, and the disinfection modality removes the food debris, plaque and tartar buildup. A control system coordinates the transmission of modalities, tracks and records utilization, recording completed and failed treatment cycles, and transmits them to a monitoring system. The monitoring system, which links to electronic medical administrating record (eMAR) technology and patient tracking technology (e.g., RFID sensors, electronic tags), facilitates compliance with recommended oral hygiene regimens and review of compliance by medical staff, assisted living staff, and/or caregivers. 1. An oral hygiene system for cleaning teeth and gums , the system comprising:a mouthpiece having at least one arcuate channel adapted to receive and surround said teeth and gums;said mouthpiece includes at least two modalities chosen from a group consisting of a mechanical modality, an iontophoretic modality, and a disinfection modality;wherein the mechanical modality brushes the teeth and gums and dislodges food debris, the iontophoretic modality breaks up plaque and tartar buildup, and the disinfection modality removes said food debris, plaque and tartar buildup.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least two modalities are transmitted simultaneously.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the mouthpiece comprises at least one structural rim claim 1 , said structural rim adapted to make sealing contact with said gums; andwherein said at least one arcuate channel and at least one structural rim form a sealed enclosure around said teeth.4. ...

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Номер записи: 51
10-04-2014 дата публикации

BONE CARVING TOOL FOR CREATING CONVEX RIDGE FOR INNER BORDER OF INITIAL HOLE FOR PLACEMENT OF IMPLANT HOLE

Номер: US20140099598A1
Автор: Wang Je-Won
Принадлежит: INNOBIOSURG

The present invention relates to a bone carving tool for creating a convex ridge for the inner border of the initial hole for placement of an implant hole, and comprises: a bone carving unit with tapering diameters ranging from 2 to 7 mm, which has a plurality of triangular-shaped projections disposed on the lateral sides thereof forming a triangular prism-shape; and a supporting portion for supporting the bone carving unit connected to the bone carving unit at a lower aspect thereof, wherein the diameter of the bone carving unit gradually narrows towards the upper aspects thereof and the uppermost aspects of the plurality of triangular-shaped projections and the triangular prism-shape coalesce to a single point. 1. A bone carving tool for creating a convex ridge for the inner border of the initial hole for placement of an implant hole , and comprises: a bone carving unit with tapering diameters ranging from 2 to 7 mm , which has a plurality of triangular-shaped projections disposed on the lateral sides thereof forming a triangular prism-shape; and a supporting portion for supporting the bone carving unit connected to the bone carving unit at a lower aspect thereof , wherein the diameter of the bone carving unit gradually narrows towards the upper aspects thereof and the uppermost aspects of the plurality of triangular-shaped projections and the triangular prism-shape coalesce to a single point.2. A bone carving tool for creating a convex ridge for the inner border of the initial hole for placement of an implant hole , and comprises: a bone carving unit with tapering diameters ranging from 2 to 7 mm , which has a plurality of triangular-shaped projections disposed on the lateral sides thereof forming a triangular prism-shape; and a supporting portion for supporting the bone carving unit connected to the bone carving unit at a lower aspect thereof , wherein the diameter of the bone carving unit gradually narrows towards the upper aspects thereof and the uppermost ...

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Номер записи: 52
07-01-2016 дата публикации

DENTAL HANDPIECE NOZZLE

Номер: US20160000523A1
Автор: KAWAKUBO Kiyoshi, Suzuki Tetsuji, TAKAMORI Shouichi, YAMANE Chihiro
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A nozzle for a dental handpiece is composed of a connector portion to be connected to a handpiece body, and a nozzle body, which is provided near its end with a notch of a substantially rectangular section cut out from the front face into the lateral faces, the notch forming upstream and downstream faces. The nozzle has a channel and an injection port thereof for transferring the mixture and a channel and an injection port thereof for transferring water, separate from each other. The channel for the mixture extends through the nozzle body along the front face from the connector portion to near the end, with said injection port for the mixture opened in the upstream face. The downstream face is provided with a guide for receiving the mixture injected through the injection port for the mixture and guiding the injected mixture outside the notch. With this nozzle, the mixture is properly injected onto a treatment side in subgingival treatment, while the mixture injected subgingivally is efficiently discharged spragingivally, to improve work efficiency in dental treatment. 1. A nozzle for a dental handpiece , wherein said nozzle is to be connected to a handpiece body for injection , together with water , of a mixture of air and powder supplied through the handpiece body , said nozzle comprising:a connector portion to be connected to a handpiece body, anda nozzle body extending from said connector portion and having a front face, a rear face, two lateral faces, and an end, said nozzle body being provided near said end with a notch of a substantially rectangular section cut out from said front face into said lateral faces, said notch forming an upstream face and a downstream face,wherein said nozzle has a channel and an injection port thereof for transferring the mixture and a channel and an injection port thereof for transferring water, separate from each other, said channel for the mixture extending through the nozzle body along the front face from said connector portion ...

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Номер записи: 53
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Abutment Tool Set, And Device For Producing Dental Replacements

Номер: US20210000576A1
Автор: Arnd Peschke, Goran Burger
Принадлежит: IVOCLAR VIVADENT AG

Device for producing tooth replacements, which device has a milling cutter (36) for shaping the front face of the tube portion (16), which milling cutter (36) has at least one abutment face which is intended to bear at least indirectly on a surface of the abutment (10), in particular on the collar (14) of the abutment, and via which milling cutter (36) the length or height of the tube portion (16) of the abutment (10) can be fixed, in particular the tube portion can be shaped. Tool set consisting of a milling cutter (36) and of a sleeve (42), wherein at least one abutment face (76) is formed on the milling cutter and extends towards the sleeve (42), and wherein the sleeve (42) has a supporting face (78), in particular for supporting on an abutment (10).

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Номер записи: 54
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Medical and Veterinarian Rotary Tools

Номер: US20170000500A1
Автор: Thomas Rolf Lewis
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The present invention relates to medical and veterinarian rotary tools. In particular, the present invention relates to a rotary tool for the taking of biopsies and drilling into tissues such as nail and bone. More particularly, the present invention relates to nail care devices and procedures to improve the condition of nails, especially relating to the treatment of fungal infections. Onychomycosis is a fungal infection that causes the toenails and/or fingernails to thicken, discolour, and split. Onychomycosis can result in permanent nail deformity. The disease can have a significant impact on a patient's quality of life arising from psychosocial issues e.g., due to concern regarding the appearance of one's toenails and fingernails, and may cause pain associated with wearing shoes. The present invention seeks to provide an improved mechanical system for use in the treatment of onychomycosis and other nail bed conditions, and other animal keratin, bone and cartilaginous conditions. 129-. (canceled)30. A rotary tool for drilling into hard animal tissue substrate including nail , claw and dental tissue , the tool comprising:a body;a chuck;a drill bit; anda shroud;wherein:the body provides a mounting for the chuck to enable rotation of the chuck about an axis of rotation, the chuck being operably associated with a rotary input drive;the drill bit is an elongate member having a cylindrical shank at a first, proximal end, a cutting edge at a distal end;the chuck includes a circularly cylindrical aperture coaxial with said axis of rotation and is operable to accept a shank of the drill bit, there being a resilient member operable to assist coupling of the drill bit and the chuck,the shroud having a proximal coupling portion which engages with the body of the tool and a distal end which defines an annular aperture tip about the axis of rotation, the aperture of the shroud having a diameter sufficient to allow axial movement of the distal end of the drill bit therethrough, ...

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Номер записи: 55
04-01-2018 дата публикации

DENTAL INSTRUMENT

Номер: US20180000558A1
Автор: KOLLEFRATH Ralf, Müller Ulrich, SCHLÜTER Martin
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A dental instrument comprising a shaft and a working part adjoined thereto, with the working part having a coating in which abrasive bodies are embedded, is proposed. Firstly, the average proportion of the surface of the abrasive bodies which is covered by the coating can be at least 60%, preferably at least 65%, most preferably at least 70%. Secondly, the coating can, moreover, also consist of a nickel alloy which additionally contains at least one element selected from the group consisting of titanium, vanadium, niobium, chromium, molybdenum, tungsten, manganese, iron and cobalt. In addition, a process for coating a working part, in particular for producing a dental instrument of this type, and also the use of such a dental instrument for cutting machining of solid bodies are proposed. 113-. (canceled)14. A dental instrument comprising:a shaft,a working part adjoined thereto, andthe working part having a coating in which abrasive bodies are embedded,wherein an average proportion of a surface of the abrasive bodies, which is covered by the coating, is at least 60%.15. A dental instrument comprising:a shaft,a working part adjoined thereto, andthe working part having a coating in which abrasive bodies are embedded,wherein the coating comprises a nickel alloy which additionally contains at least one element selected from the group consisting of vanadium, niobium, chromium, molybdenum, tungsten, manganese, iron and cobalt.16. The dental instrument according to claim 15 , wherein the nickel alloy contains tungsten and a proportion of tungsten in the alloy is from 0.1 to 10% by weight.17. The dental instrument according to claim 16 , wherein the proportion of tungsten in the alloy is from 1 to 5% by weight.18. The dental instrument according to claim 17 , wherein the proportion of tungsten in the alloy is from 2 to 3% by weight.19. The dental instrument according to claim 14 , wherein the shaft and the working part consists of one of a hard metal claim 14 , a metal or a ...

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Номер записи: 56
05-01-2017 дата публикации

METHOD, APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR SIMULATING FORCE INTERACTION BETWEEN BONE DRILL AND SKELETON

Номер: US20170000563A1
Автор: "WANG Ping an", Chen Hui, Jin Haiyang, QIN Jing, Wang Qiong, Wu Wen
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A method, apparatus and system for simulating force interaction between a bone drill and a skeleton applicable to the field of force interaction. The method comprises: detecting whether a collision takes place between a bone drill module () and a skeleton module () in real time; when a collision takes place, acquiring a movement speed and an autorotation speed of each collision point before the collision; calculating a movement speed and an autorotation speed of each collision point after the collision; removing a collision point having a separation speed with respect to the skeleton module () after the collision; calculating a resistance force and a frictional force on a collision point that is not removed at the time of collision according to the movement speeds and autorotation speeds before and after the collision and a method based on impulse theory; and synthesizing resistance forces and frictional forces of all collision points that are not removed into a resultant force to output same to a force feedback device. By using a method based on impulse theory to calculate a resistance force and a frictional force on a collision point that is not removed at the time of collision, force differences brought about by force interaction, such as grinding, among different bone drills and skeletons can be effectively reflected. 1. A method for simulating force-sensing interaction between a bone drill and a skeleton , comprising:detecting whether a collision takes place between a bone drill model and a skeleton model in real time;when the collision takes place, acquiring a movement speed and an autorotation speed of each collision point before the collision;calculating a movement speed and an autorotation speed of each collision point after the collision according to the impulse theory, the Newton's impact law, the Coulomb's law, and the movement speed and the autorotation speed of each collision point before the collision;removing a collision point having a separation ...

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Номер записи: 57
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Dental treatment training apparatus and dental treatment training system

Номер: US20200005676A1
Автор: Gaku YOSHIMOTO, Tomohisa TAKAGI, Toshitaka SEKIOKA, Tsutomu Kubota
Принадлежит: J Morita Corp

A dental treatment training apparatus allows practice of complex treatments involving high accuracy and skill levels. A dental treatment training apparatus for providing a simulated treatment in which a treatment instrument is applied onto a tooth model includes a display unit that displays, in a superimposed manner, 3D image information based on predefined 3D information about the tooth model and the treatment instrument on a 3D view image, a position detector that detects 3D positional information about the tooth model, the treatment instrument, and the display unit, and a control unit that causes the display unit to display, in a superimposed manner, 3D image information corresponding to an item selected on a superimposed selection operation display for allowing selection of an item associated with the simulated treatment based on the 3D positional information detected by the position detector.

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Номер записи: 58
20-01-2022 дата публикации

DIAMOND DENTAL TEETH FORMED BY USING LASER ENERGY

Номер: US20220015873A1
Автор: Tomasik Leszek Aleksander
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A dental implant has an implant body made of diamond material, the implant body being provided with a bore hole that has at least one lateral dimension and a depth dimension, the lateral dimension and the depth dimension being mm sized. The bore hole is substantially formed by laser light being directed at the implant body to form said bore hole by softening said diamond material at an intended location of said bore hole. The bore hole is further defined by utilizing at least one metallic drilling tool to remove more of the diamond material after initial formation of the bore hole by said laser light. Preferably, the drilling tool has a cone shaped drilling head or a rectangular drilling head. 1. A dental implant , comprising: 'said bore hole is substantially formed by laser light being directed at the implant body to form said bore hole by softening said diamond material at an intended location of said bore hole.', 'an implant body made of diamond material, the implant body being provided with a bore hole that has at least one lateral dimension and a depth dimension, the lateral dimension and the depth dimension being mm sized; wherein'}2. The dental implant of claim 1 , wherein said bore hole is further defined by utilizing at least one metallic drilling tool to remove more of the diamond material after initial formation of the bore hole by said laser light.3. The dental implant of claim 2 , wherein the drilling tool has a cone shaped drilling head.4. The dental implant of claim 2 , wherein the drilling tool has a rectangular drilling head.5. The dental implant of claim 1 , wherein the bore hole substantially cylindrically shaped with a single opening into the bore hole for the insertion of a support shank thereinto.6. The dental implant of claim 1 , wherein the bore hole has a diameter in the range of from about 1 to 6 mm.7. The dental implant of claim 1 , wherein the bore hole has a generally oval cross-section shape.8. The dental implant of claim 7 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 59
10-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD OF PRODUCING A MEDICAL CUTTING TOOL

Номер: US20190008609A1
Автор: Shioiri Mutsunori
Принадлежит: MANI, INC.

Method of producing a medical cutting tool and a medical cutting tool that will not rust and that is capable of stably demonstrating high strength. A working section formed by a cemented carbide or ceramic is brazed to the tip of a shank part formed by a round bar-shaped austenitic stainless steel, thereby constituting a cutting tool. The shank part includes a shank, a neck, and a joint to which the working section is brazed. At least part of the stainless steel near the joint of the neck and in the joint has a fiber-like structure. The structure of the stainless steel in the joint on the working section side has a granular structure. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. A method of producing a medical cutting tool having a working portion formed of cemented carbide or ceramics , a shank portion formed by a round austenitic stainless steel bar , the shank portion including a shank , a neck formed to be continuous to the shank and a joint portion which is formed to be continuous to the neck , the joint portion being of a cylindrical shape having a diameter , the neck including stainless steel , the joint portion including stainless steel , the stainless steel of the neck being of a fiber structure , the neck having a first diameter and a second diameter , the first diameter of the neck at a position where the neck is connected to the shank being greater than the second diameter of the neck at a position where the neck is connected to the joint portion and the second diameter of the neck being less than the diameter of the joint portion , the method comprising the steps of:brazing the working portion to the joint portion; andcooling down a brazing region between the working portion and the joint portion such that the stainless steel of the joint portion transitions from a granular structure to the fiber structure in a direction from the working portion to the neck and that the neck maintains a Vickers hardness in the range of 350-600.4. The method of producing a medical ...

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Номер записи: 60
08-01-2015 дата публикации

Hydraulic pressure bite-down dental impression

Номер: US20150010879A1
Автор: Rodger Kurthy
Принадлежит: Evolve Dental Technologies Inc

In an exemplary embodiment, a method of creating an impression of structures of the human oral cavity comprises: preparing impression trays: creating a first, or base, impression; grinding out portions of the base impression; and using the void(s) in the ground out base impression to take a second, or wash, impression. The base impression is taken with an excess of a high-density impression material which is positioned to extend beyond the structures of interest (of which the impression is being taken). The base impression is removed and all fine structure surrounding the structure(s) of interest is ground out. A wash impression is then taken using a low-density impression material. The base impression creates a seal around the structure(s) of interest (a closed system), thereby producing omnidirectional hydraulic pressure on the low-density material. Such omnidirectional hydraulic pressure produces a highly detailed final impression from which a high-quality model (e.g., cast) can be made.

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Номер записи: 61
08-01-2015 дата публикации

BONE FOUNDATION GUIDE AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20150010881A1
Автор: Llop Daniel R.
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A bone foundation guide comprising a bone foundation guide body contoured to guide a cutting implement to alter an exposed bone of a dental surgical site, the bone foundation guide body forming an encircled open surgical space that continuously connects a top and a bottom of the bone foundation guide body, the bottom is further contoured to affix to the exposed bone of the dental surgical site while the top is further adapted to support a dental implant surgical guide or in the alternative a cutting containment guard; and the cutting containment guard having a cutting channel for receiving the exposed bone when the cutting containment guard is combined with the bone foundation guide body, the combination forms a cutting slot for guiding a cutting edge of a cutting implement to alter the exposed bone from the dental implant surgical guide. 1. A bone foundation guide comprising:A) a bone foundation guide body for guiding a reshaping of an exposed bone at a dental surgical site, the bone foundation guide body having a buccal wall and a lingual wall that is continuously connected by a first end and a second end to form an encircled open surgical space that continuously connects a top and a bottom of the bone foundation guide body, the top being contoured to guide a cutting implement to reshape the exposed bone;B) a cutting containment guard that attaches to the top to form a combination of a bone foundation guide body and cutting containment guard, the combination forming a cutting slot that receives and guides a cutting edge of the cutting implement used to reshape the exposed bone at the dental surgical site, the cutting containment guard being removed from the body after the exposed bone is reshaped;C) a dental implant surgical guide that attaches to the body in place of cutting containment guide to direct the placement of one or more implants through the encircled open surgical space;wherein the bottom is contoured to reversibly affix to the exposed bone while the ...

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Номер записи: 62
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for dental cleaning

Номер: US20220031437A1
Автор: Tim Irwin, Tom Stopka
Принадлежит: Nordent Manufacturing

A dental tool can include a handpiece with a working tip. The working tip can be driven by the handpiece to oscillate. The oscillations have a rate of less than 500 cycles per second, in order to reduce or eliminate the generation of aerosols created by oscillation of the working tip. The working tip can include a set of teeth to remove calculus, stains, or plaque from a tooth surface, or can include an abrasive surface or coating, or a prophy cup.

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Номер записи: 63
21-01-2016 дата публикации

CHILD TOOTHBRUSH

Номер: US20160015161A1
Автор: Mullen Whitney Anne
Принадлежит:

A child toothbrush may include a hollow tube. The hollow tube may include a first end. The first end may be open to allow a finger to enter the tube. The hollow tube may also include an outer surface and a first material. The first material may be flexible. The hollow tube may additionally include a second material. The second material may be less flexible than the first material. The child toothbrush may also include a plurality of protrusions distributed on the outer surface.

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Номер записи: 64
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Therapeutic Tooth Bud Ablation

Номер: US20180014910A1
Автор: Colby Leigh E.
Принадлежит: Triagenics, LLC

An ablation procedure. The ablation procedure may be applied to tooth buds and result in tooth agenesis. The ablation procedure may be applied to lesions or tumors. A tooth bud ablation system for use in a tooth bud ablation procedure that results in tooth agenesis. A method for volume scanning both hard tissues and soft tissues of a patient. A method for manufacturing or fabricating a custom surgical stent . A custom surgical stent for use in a tooth bud ablation procedure that results in tooth agenesis, the custom surgical stent for use with an ablation probe tip having a center of ablation 1. A tooth bud ablation procedure that results in tooth agenesis , comprising the steps of:(a) physically seating a custom surgical stent having at least one surgical guide so said at least one surgical guide corresponds to at least one tooth bud surgical site;(b) using said at least one surgical guide, guiding placement of an ablation probe tip having a center of ablation so that said center of ablation is positioned at a predetermined location within a tooth bud at said at least one tooth bud surgical site; and(c) at least partially ablating at least one tooth bud.2. The tooth bud ablation procedure of claim 1 , said step of physically seating a custom surgical stent having at least one surgical guide so said at least one surgical guide corresponds to at least one tooth bud surgical site further comprising a physically seating step selected from the group consisting of:(a) physically seating said custom surgical stent in a patient's mouth;(b) physically seating said custom surgical stent on a patient's erupted teeth;(c) physically seating said custom surgical stent on at least one tooth in a patient's mouth;(d) physically seating said custom surgical stent on a patient's soft tissue;(e) physically seating said custom surgical stent on a patient's bone; and(f) physically seating said custom surgical stent according to any combination of steps (a)-(e).3. The tooth bud ablation ...

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Номер записи: 65
18-01-2018 дата публикации

POWDER AND METHOD FOR CLEANING TEETH

Номер: US20180015006A1
Автор: Donnet Marcel, KARINE Sauvageot-Maxit
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Powder for use in a powder jet device for cleaning a tooth surface by spraying powder, wherein the powder is sprayed onto the tooth surface together with air to dean the tooth surface, characterized in that the powder contains sucralose. 114.-. (canceled)15. A powder for use in a powder jet device for cleaning a tooth surface by powder spraying , wherein the powder for cleaning the tooth surface is sprayed onto the tooth surface together with a gaseous carrier medium , the powder comprising sucralose and at least 90% by weight sodium hydrogen carbonate , erythritol and/or glycine.16. The powder according to claim 15 , wherein the powder contains 0.1% by weight to 3.0% by weight sucralose.17. The powder according to claim 15 , wherein the powder contains sucralose in powder form claim 15 , wherein the sucralose particles have an average size between 5 μm and 40 μm.18. The powder according to claim 15 , wherein the powder contains sucralose in powder form claim 15 , wherein the sucralose particles have an average size between 10 μm and 25 μm.19. The powder according to claim 15 , wherein the powder contains amorphous silica.20. The powder according to claim 15 , wherein the powder contains at least one flavoring.21. The powder according to claim 15 , wherein the powder contains a basic powder claim 15 , whose particles have an average grain size of 10 μm to 75 μm.22. The powder according to claim 15 , wherein the powder contains a basic powder claim 15 , which is water-soluble.23. A method for cleaning teeth by using a powder spray device claim 15 , comprising spraying a powder onto a tooth surface together with a gaseous carrier medium according to claim 15 , wherein the powder contains sucralose.24. The method according to claim 23 , wherein the powder contains water-soluble abrasive particles claim 23 , wherein the water-soluble abrasive particles contain sodium hydrogen carbonate in particular claim 23 , wherein a powder-air mixture and a fluid spray are sprayed ...

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Номер записи: 66
21-01-2016 дата публикации

DENTAL HANDPIECE HAVING NOZZLE CONNECTION STRUCTURE

Номер: US20160015479A1
Автор: KAWAKUBO Kiyoshi, Suzuki Tetsuji, TAKAMORI Shouichi, YAMANE Chihiro
Принадлежит: NAKANISHI INC.

The dental handpiece has a handpiece body having a mixture transfer line for transferring a mixture of air and powder, and a nozzle connected to the handpiece body for injecting the mixture transferred through the mixture transfer line, and performs dental treatment by injecting the mixture onto tooth surface. The nozzle is rotatably connected to the handpiece body via rotary means. With this nozzle connection, during subgingival treatment with the nozzle being inserted subgingivally at its end and moved along the tooth surface, the entire handpiece body is not required to be moved from side to side over a wide amplitude, which improves work efficiency in dental treatment.

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Номер записи: 67
03-02-2022 дата публикации

COATED ABRASIVE TOOL, METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME AND ABRASIVE DENTAL PRODUCT

Номер: US20220033950A1
Автор: FLADE Enrico, RIEMENSPERGER Reinhold
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The invention relates to a coated abrasive tool including a carrier which has a carrier material and including an abrasive surface coating on a surface region of the carrier. The abrasive surface coating has abrasive functional particles and a thermoplastic binder for an adhesive connection between at least some of the abrasive functional particles and the carrier material. At least some of the abrasive functional particles on the surface region of the carrier are partly integrated into the carrier material and are connected to the carrier material, and at least some of the abrasive functional particles on the surface region of the carrier are additionally partly integrated into the thermoplastic binder, the thermoplastic binder being connected to the abrasive functional particles and the carrier material. 1. A coated abrasive tool , comprising:a carrier comprising a carrier material, andan abrasive surface coating on a surface area of the carrier, wherein the abrasive surface coating comprises abrasive functional particles and a thermoplastic binder for an adhesive bond between at least part of the abrasive functional particles and the carrier material,wherein at least part of the abrasive functional particles on the surface area of the carrier is partially embedded in and bonded to the carrier material, andwherein at least part of the abrasive functional particles on the surface area of the carrier is further partially embedded in the thermoplastic binder, wherein the thermoplastic binder is bonded to the abrasive functional particles and the carrier material.21221. The coated abrasive tool according to claim 1 , wherein the abrasive functional particles comprise an average diameter d claim 1 , wherein at least part of the abrasive functional particles of the abrasive surface coating is embedded in an embedding depth d of the carrier material claim 1 , wherein the embedding depth d corresponds to at least 5% and at most 95% of the average diameter d of the ...

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Номер записи: 68
15-01-2015 дата публикации

STABILIZED, WATER-JET SLURRY APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20150017607A1
Автор: Heaton Daren N., Nelson Timothy D.
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A method for removing dental material is disclosed. The method may include suspending, by a hydrated polymeric material, a quantity of abrasive media. The hydrated polymeric material and suspended abrasive media may then be pressurized. Accordingly, an abrasive stream may be formed by expelling, under pressure, the hydrated polymeric material and suspended abrasive media from a nozzle. The abrasive stream may be precisely applied to a tooth to abrade the enamel or dentin thereof as a drilling instrumentality. 1. A method for cutting a material , the method comprising:suspending, by a hydrated polymeric material, abrasive media;pressurizing the hydrated polymeric material and suspended abrasive media;forming an abrasive stream by expelling, under pressure generated by the pressurizing, the hydrated polymeric material and suspended abrasive media from a nozzle; andabrading, by the abrasive stream, the material.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the hydrated polymeric material comprises polymerized acrylic acid.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the expelling comprises shearing the polymerized acrylic acid with sufficient force to permanently alter the macroviscosity thereof.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the abrasive media comprise a plurality of particles having an effective diameter in the range of from about 20 to about 30 microns.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the nozzle comprises an aperture having a width in the range of from about 140 to 165 microns.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the plurality of particles has an effective diameter of about 25 microns.7. The method of claim 4 , wherein the aperture has a width of from 50 to about 250 microns.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the suspending comprises maintaining claim 1 , for a pre-selected period of time claim 1 , the abrasive media substantially evenly distributed within the hydrated polymeric material while the hydrated polymeric material is at rest.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the pre- ...

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Номер записи: 69
16-01-2020 дата публикации

Improvements in or relating to dental treatment instruments

Номер: US20200015950A1
Автор: Ivan Robert Crotaz
Принадлежит: BONOVATE Ltd

A dental instrument is configured to reduce user discomfort and increase control over the surgical edge of the instrument. The invention further discloses a dental instrument having a replaceable blade

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Номер записи: 70
28-01-2016 дата публикации

MEDICAL DRILL

Номер: US20160022281A1
Автор: FU Chih-Chiang, JANG Jason Shiang Ching, LI Jia-Bin, LIN Hung-Cheng, TSAI Pei-Hua
Принадлежит:

A medical drill is disclosed, which is made of amorphous alloy, the amorphous alloy is a Ti-based amorphous alloy which comprises titanium in 40 at % or above, wherein the tensile strength of the medical drill is 1600-2600 MPa, and the Vicker's hardness of the medical drill is 600-800. 1. A medical drill made of an amorphous alloy , wherein the amorphous alloy is a Ti-based amorphous alloy which comprises titanium in 40 at % or more , and the Ti-based amorphous alloy has a tensile strength of 1600-2600 MPa and a Vickers hardness of 600-800.2. The medical drill as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the medical drill is shaped in a pillar body claim 1 , and a spiral structure is formed in a portion of the pillar body.3. The medical drill as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the medical drill is shaped in a pillar body claim 1 , and a thread is formed in a portion of the pillar body.4. The medical drill as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the Ti-based amorphous alloy comprises titanium in 40 at % or more claim 1 , copper in 30-40 at % claim 1 , palladium in 10-20 at % and zirconium in 5-15 at %.5. The medical drill as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the Ti-based amorphous alloy further comprises silicon in 1 wt % or more.6. The medical drill as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the Ti-based amorphous alloy is represented by the following formula 5 claim 1 ,{'br': None, 'sub': a', 'b', 'c', 'd', 'e, 'TiCuPdZrSi,\u2003\u2003[formula 5]'}wherein 40= Подробнее

Номер записи: 71
28-01-2016 дата публикации

COMBINED USE OF ULTRASOUND WITH NICKEL TITANIUM ENDODONTIC FILE IN ENDODONTIC PROCEDURE

Номер: US20160022377A1
Автор: Ramos Carlos Alberto Spironelli, Tuttle Richard D.
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Methods and related systems for cleaning a root canal of a tooth employing a super-elastic NiTi endodontic file while applying ultrasonic energy during the cleaning procedure. Such a method may include inserting an endodontic file into a root canal of a tooth in which the file includes a working portion comprising a super-elastic NiTi alloy. 1. A method for cleaning a root canal of a tooth , the method comprising:inserting an endodontic file into a root canal of a tooth, the endodontic file including a working portion comprising a super-elastic nickel-titanium alloy;cleaning the root canal by moving the working portion of the endodontic file within the root canal so that the working portion of the endodontic file cuts or abrades tissue within the root canal; andapplying ultrasonic energy to the endodontic file, tooth, or both in order to assist in breaking up and removing necrotic tissue in the root canal of the tooth, wherein application of ultrasonic energy does not result in breakage of the endodontic file for at least three minutes.2. A method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the endodontic file is coupled with a chuck of a powered handpiece assembly so that an exposed portion of the endodontic file extends beyond the chuck.3. A method as recited in claim 2 , wherein the exposed portion is at least 22 mm in length.4. A method as recited in claim 2 , wherein the exposed portion is at least 23 mm in length.5. A method as recited in claim 2 , wherein the exposed portion is at least 24 mm in length.6. A method as recited in claim 2 , wherein the endodontic file is coupled with a chuck of a powered handpiece assembly so that an angle between a longitudinal axis of the endodontic file and a longitudinal axis of a portion of the powered handpiece assembly that is proximal the chuck is about 90°.7. A method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic energy is applied to the endodontic file.8. A method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic energy results in ...

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Номер записи: 72
10-02-2022 дата публикации

Bone Expander

Номер: US20220039914A1
Автор: Kuan-Lin Wu
Принадлежит: Individual

A bone expander contains: a body including a limitation section formed on an upper end of the body, a drill tip formed on a lower end of the body and extending from a bottom of the limitation section, a defining shoulder formed in an expanding umbrella shape and between the bottom of the limitation section and the drill tip, and multiple spiral ribs formed on the drill tip and the limitation section. The drill tip has multiple chip delivery grooves, and a respective chip delivery groove is defined between the drill tip and a respective spiral rib. The limitation section has multiple guide flutes corresponding to the drill tip and extending from the multiple chip delivery grooves, the drill tip has a cutting portion extending from a distal end thereof, and the cutting portion has a conical face formed thereon.

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Номер записи: 73
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Reconditioning Implants in Situ

Номер: US20140106295A1
Автор: II Charles A., McCoy, Wade Curtis K.
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A system for reconditioning a dental implant in situ comprising a buffer member, a drive member, abrasive material, and a sleeve member. The sleeve member moves between first and second positions relative to the buffer member. The buffer member is in an open configuration when the sleeve member is in the first position. The sleeve member holds the buffer member in a closed configuration when the sleeve member is in the second position. The buffer member is rotated such that the plurality of fingers of the buffer member cause the abrasive material to remove at least a portion of the texture layer on the textured portion of implant outer surface of the second implant portion. 1. A system for reconditioning , in situ , a dental implant defining an implant axis and comprising a first implant portion , a second implant portion , and an implant outer surface , where the first implant portion is located farther from the implant axis than the second implant portion , and where a texture layer is formed on at least a textured portion of the implant outer surface , comprising: an open configuration in which the buffer member may be placed over a portion of the implant, and', 'a closed configuration in which the buffer member is in contact with the portion of the implant, 'a buffer member defining a buffer axis and a plurality of fingers, where the buffer member is operable in'}a drive member adapted to engage the buffer member such that rotation of the drive member is transferred to the buffer member;abrasive material capable of abrading the implant to remove at least a portion of the implant; anda sleeve member, where the sleeve member moves between first and second positions relative to the buffer member; wherebythe buffer member is in the open configuration when the sleeve member is in the first position;the sleeve member holds the buffer member in the closed configuration when the sleeve member is in the second position; androtation of the drive member with the drive ...

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Номер записи: 74
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Dental bur and method for removing a soft deposit

Номер: US20140106297A1
Автор: Beat Kilcher, Marco Da Rold, Patrick R. Schmidlin
Принадлежит: KERRHAWE SA, Universitaet Zuerich

A dental bur and method for removing a soft deposit from a tooth or an implant, the bur having a shank adapted to be connected to a rotary device. A head extends from the shank. The head has a material hardness adapted to remove soft deposits attached to the tooth but deflect against the tooth. Furthermore, the head is sized for insertion into a periodontal pocket adjacent to the tooth without surgery. Thus, the dental bur may be rotated against the tooth for removing the soft deposits but deflect and/or wear against the tooth for preventing damage to the tooth.

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Номер записи: 75
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Clinical Dispenser and Applicator

Номер: US20140106298A1
Автор: Kassab Dorothy
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The present invention relates to a clinical dispenser and applicator and, more particularly, to a clinical dispenser and applicator that is structured to hold and dispense a micro amount (one to several drops) of liquids/solvents in a clinical setting. 1. A clinical dispenser and applicator comprising:an elongated distal shaft extending along a longitudinal axis, a portion of which is hollowed-out defining a material reservoir beginning at a proximal end thereof; a tubular neck portion attached to the proximal end of said distal shaft and comprising a bend at an angle from the longitudinal axis, and', 'a proximal tube portion comprising an exit hole; and, 'a proximal applicator portion comprisingwherein said hollowed-out portion of said distal shaft is configured to be squeezable to create a vacuum to suction a material into said material reservoir through said exit hole from a well containing the material and to dispense the material from said material reservoir through said exit hole onto a predetermined area of interest.2. The clinical dispenser and applicator of claim 1 , wherein said proximal applicator portion further comprises a fiber applicator tip.3. The clinical dispenser and applicator of claim 1 , wherein said material comprises a dental composition.4. The clinical dispenser and applicator of claim 3 , wherein said dental composition comprises a composition selected from the group consisting of bonding materials claim 3 , primers claim 3 , silane and hemostatic agents.5. The clinical dispenser and applicator of claim 4 , wherein said predetermined area of interest comprises a tooth structure.6. The clinical dispenser and applicator of claim 1 , wherein said proximal shaft is closed off at a distal end thereof.7. The clinical dispenser and applicator of claim 1 , wherein the diameter of said proximal tube portion narrows from the distal end to the proximal end thereof.8. The clinical dispenser and applicator of claim 1 , wherein said tubular neck portion ...

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Номер записи: 76
22-01-2015 дата публикации

METHOD OF REMOVING ORAL ROOT TIP

Номер: US20150024346A1
Автор: Johnson Christine Elizabeth
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The present disclosure relates generally to the field of oral surgery and, more particularly, to a minimally invasive method of extracting fractured root tips of teeth from the corresponding tooth socket. In some embodiments, the method comprises the steps of selecting a broken root tip removal instrument which comprises a finger grip coupled to a conical radial tip comprising a spiral cutting screw and then placing the fine point against an exposed surface of a broken root tip, subsequently applying a torque to the finger grip thereby causing the radial tip to screw into the broken root tip such that the root tip removal instrument securely anchors into the broken root tip, and finally applying a force to the finger grip thereby extracting the broken root tip from a root canal. 1. A method for removing a broken root tip of a tooth from a root canal , comprising the steps of:a. selecting a broken root tip removal instrument which comprises an elongate shaft having a first end and a second end, the first end being coupled to a finger grip and the second end being coupled to a conical radial tip comprising a wide diameter base which reduces to a fine point at the side opposite the elongate shaft wherein the radial tip comprises a spiral cutting screw;b. placing the fine point against an exposed surface of a broken root tip;c. applying a torque to the finger grip thereby causing the radial tip to screw into the broken root tip such that the root tip removal instrument securely anchors into the broken root tip; andd. applying a force to the finger grip thereby extracting the broken root tip from a root canal.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the exposed surface comprises a root canal disposed within the broken root tip.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the exposed surface comprises an exposed dentin material and wherein step of applying a torque to the finger grip thereby causes the radial tip to screw into the broken root tip securely anchors the dentin material.4. ...

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Номер записи: 77
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Denture Removal Tools

Номер: US20200022780A1
Автор: Bryant Robert W.
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A tool and set thereof providing for relatively easy removal of dentures is described. At least one embodiment comprises a set of tools: one for removal of an upper denture; and a second for removal of a lower denture. Each are characterized by a cylindrical shaft that has a flat or facet formed near its distal end that tapers towards the distal end thinning the shaft. The tip is bent to about a 90 degree angle. The thin tip can be easily maneuvered over a lip of a denture and as necessary in-between the denture lip and the underlying gum. The user holding onto the handle on the proximal end of the tool can push, pull, leverage and rotate the tip to pop the denture loose for removal. 1. A tool for removing dentures from a mouth , the tool comprising an elongated cylindrical shaft having distal and proximal ends , the shaft including a longitudinal axis with a facet formed on a side of the shaft proximate and extending to its distal end , the facet forming an acute angle with the longitudinal axis tapering a thickness of the shaft as it extends towards the distal end along the facet , the distal end including a tip , the tip being formed at an angle of about 75-95 degrees relative to an adjacent portion of the longitudinal axis with a portion of the facet on the tip facing a portion of the facet on a remainder of the shaft.2. The tool of claim 1 , further comprising a handle affixed to a proximal end.3. The tool of claim 2 , wherein the handle is generally cylindrical and has a diameter of at least 0.65″.4. The tool of claim 3 , wherein the handle is comprised of plastic.5. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the shaft is comprised of an aluminum alloy.6. A set of first and second tools of .7. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the shaft is substantially straight.8. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the shaft an upper portion of the shaft is formed into a U-shape with the facet and tip facing outwardly relative to the remainder of the shaft.9. The set of wherein the first tool has ...

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Номер записи: 78
23-01-2020 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR PERIODONTAL SCALING AND DEBRIDEMENT AND GUM TISSUE ABLATION FOR TREATING PERIODONTAL AND PERI-IMPLANT DISEASE

Номер: US20200022781A1
Автор: Jacoby Bennett H.
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The present disclosure is directed to tools, systems and methods for recontouring/reshaping gum tissue by engaging a consumable tip on a dental hand tool to abrade/ablate excess or mal-contoured gum tissue to allow better visualization of the tooth/implant structure and reduce the periodontal pockets to provide improved access for cleaning. In some embodiments, the dental hand tool may use vibrational movement, longitudinal reciprocating movement, rotational movement, reciprocating rotational movement, or a combination of any of the above movement schemes. In some embodiments, a consumable tip may be directed for cleaning tooth/implant surfaces and for recontouring/reshaping gum tissue. 1. A system for recontouring gum tissue , comprising:a dental tool having a tip mounting structure; and "at least one ablation portion on the outer surface of the tip comprising an abrasive portion that when brought in contact with a patient's gum tissue and actuated, will ablate the gum tissue; the at least one ablation portion including a surface texture, and/or at least one ridge or groove forming a corner on the outer surface, and at least one generally planar surface bounded along at least one edge by the at least one ridge or groove.", 'a working tip attached to the tip mounting structure, the working tip formed as an elongated member having a proximal end and a distal end, and comprising'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the working tip further comprises a counterpart attachment structure for detachably mounting to the tip mounting structure accessible at the proximal end claim 1 , comprising a bore in the tip that is accessible through an opening at the proximal end claim 1 , such that upon mounting to the tool the tip may be actuated by the application of energy through the tool.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the dental tool is an unpowered dental hand tool that imparts energy through direct manipulation by a user.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the dental tool is a ...

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Номер записи: 79
23-01-2020 дата публикации

INTERPROXIMAL POLISHING BUR

Номер: US20200022782A1
Автор: Tajbakhsh Sharareh
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A slender polishing tip is disclosed. In one example, it is an interproximal polishing bur, which is a dental instrument that is a small bit used in a high-speed handpiece by a dentist to perform dental work on the teeth of a patient. It smooths the adjacent tooth or restoration. An adjacent tooth may inadvertently become nicked by the high-speed handpiece while working on a tooth, leaving the adjacent surface roughened. This roughened surface will attract more bacteria and can be harmful to the health of the dentition. Presently, there are no such burs slender enough to fit into the small space available between the prepared tooth and the adjacent tooth to allow appropriate smoothing. The interproximal polishing bur described is small and slender with a particular shape designed to re-finish and re-polish the surfaces of an adjacent gold crown, porcelain crown, and natural dentition. 1. An interproximal polishing bur comprising:a base having a base width;a connector on the base forming a proximal end of the bur, the connector removably attachable to a handpiece for moving the bur to polish a tooth; an elongated shank centered on and extending from the base, and', 'an outer covering surrounding the elongated shank, the outer covering comprising a pliant material around the shank,', 'wherein the tip width is approximately the same as the base width, the tip width being below 2 mm., 'a tip extending from the base to form a distal end of the bur, the tip having a tip width, the tip comprising2. The interproximal polishing bur of claim 1 , wherein the tip has a tip length and the base has a base length claim 1 , and the tip length is within 2 mm of the base length.3. The interproximal polishing bur of claim 1 , wherein the connector comprises a notch around a circumference of the connector.4. The interproximal polishing bur of claim 1 , wherein connector and proximal end of the base comprise a divot that forms a flattened area for connection to and operation of the bur ...

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Номер записи: 80
28-01-2021 дата публикации

ANTI-SKID SURGICAL INSTRUMENT FOR USE IN PREPARING HOLES IN BONE TISSUE

Номер: US20210022750A1
Автор: Kostrewski Szymon
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Described herein is an anti-skid surgical instrument for use in preparing holes in bone tissue. The disclosed surgical instrument provides the ability to prepare a precise hole in bone tissue during surgery (e.g., spinal surgeries and pedicle screw placement, intramedullary screw placement). The disclosed surgical instrument accomplishes precise hole placement regardless of whether the angle between the drill axis and surface of the bone tissue is perpendicular. The disclosed technology includes a flat drilling surface which is perpendicular to the surface of the body of the surgical instrument. This reduces the likelihood of the surgical instrument skidding on the surface of the bone tissue and thereby increases the precision of the hole. 1. A robotic surgical system for preparing a hole in bone tissue of a patient during surgery , comprising:a robotic arm having an end effector with a surgical instrument guide attached thereto, the surgical instrument guide arranged to hold and/or restrict movement of an anti-skid surgical instrument therethrough; andthe anti-skid surgical instrument having an elongate structure comprising:a mill head at the end of the elongate structure for removing bone tissue with reduced skidding of the surgical instrument upon contact of the anti-ski surgical instrument with the bone tissue, wherein the mill head has a flat end substantially perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the elongate structure, and one or more side-cutting flutes about the longitudinal axis of the elongate structure for cutting into bone tissue;a spike extending from the mill head;a shank for connection to a drill; anda shaft between the mill head and the shank, the shaft having one or more drill flutes for evacuating removed bone tissue.2. The robotic surgical system of claim 1 , wherein the mill head comprises a concave face from which the spike extends.3. A robotic surgical system for preparing a hole in bone tissue of a patient during surgery claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 81
28-01-2021 дата публикации

INTERPROXIMAL REDUCTION TEMPLATES

Номер: US20210022834A1
Автор: Grove Bob, KAZA Srinivas
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Interproximal reduction guides apparatuses and methods of making and using them are described herein. These interproximal reduction guides apparatuses may include a body that fits over the patient's dental arch and one or more guide slots formed in them configured to limit the motion of an interproximal reduction cutting tool in a defined manner. 1. A method of forming an interproximal reduction guide , the method comprising:receiving a model of the patient's dental arch;generating an interproximal reduction guide from the model of the patient's dental arch, wherein the interproximal reduction guide comprises a body forming an inner channel comprising a plurality of chambers configured to conform to an outer surface of the patient's teeth, further wherein the body comprises a guide slot extending in a plane through the body from an occlusal surface and at least partially into a buccal surface and a lingual surface, between two of the plurality of chambers, wherein the guide slot is configured to limit the motion of an interproximal reduction tool inserted into the guide slot; andproviding the interproximal reduction guide to a physician.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein generating comprises generating the interproximal reduction guide from a digital model of the patient's dental arch.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein generating comprises forming the interproximal reduction guide from a stiff material that is configured to resist cutting by the interproximal reduction tool.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein generating comprises fabricating the interproximal reduction guide by one or more of: milling and three-dimensional (3D) printing.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising scanning the patient's teeth and determining an interproximal spacing.6. The method of claim 1 , further wherein generating comprises forming a plurality of windows through the body into the inner channel to allow visualization of the patient's teeth within the body.7. The method of claim ...

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Номер записи: 82
24-04-2014 дата публикации

DRILL BIT FOR REMOVING IMPLANT FASTENING SCREW AND GUIDING SOCKET THEREOF

Номер: US20140113245A1
Автор: Heo Young Ku
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The present invention discloses a drill bit for removing implant fastening screw which comprises the hole drilling drill bit for axially drilling a hole in the fastening screw which broken or damaged in an implant and the screw lifting drill bit for being firmly fixed the hole of the fastening screw and for lifting the fastening screw, and a guiding socket which comprises the fastening portion for being firmly fastened in the upper end portion of an implant in which a broken or damaged fastening screw is remained and a guiding portion for guiding the hole drilling drill bit to meet the central axis of the fastening screw and the central axis of the hole drilling drill bit 1. A drill bit for removing implant fastening screw comprising:a hole drilling drill bit for axially drilling a hole in the fastening screw which is broken or damaged in an implant; anda screw lifting drill bit for being firmly fixed the hole of the fastening screw and for lifting the fastening screw.2. The drill bit according to claim 1 , wherein the hole drilling drill bit is provided with a hole drilling portion to drill the hole and a cooling water supplying portion to supply the cooling water to the hole drilling portion to cool the heat produced during the drilling of the hole claim 1 , which are integrally provided in order.3. The drill bit according to claim 2 , wherein an entrance restrain portion to restrain the entrance depth of the hole drilling portion to drill the hole is provide to be integral very after the cooling water supplying portion.4. The drill bit according to claim 3 , wherein a hand-piece connecting portion to be mounted to a working tool like a hand-piece is further provide to be integral very after the entrance restrain portion.5. The drill bit according to claim 2 , wherein the hole drilling portion is formed with a pair of cutting blades for drilling the hole on the fastening screw claim 2 , the cutting blades being opposite with each other on the end surface thereof.6 ...

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Номер записи: 83
01-02-2018 дата публикации

ENDODONTIC FILES WITH CROSS-CUTS

Номер: US20180028280A1
Автор: Scianamblo Michael J.
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Endodontic instruments are described which have at least a section with a center of mass offset from an axis of rotation so that when the instrument is rotated, the section bends away from the axis of rotation. 1a tapered body having a tip end and a shank end, wherein the tip end has a diameter that is less than a diameter of the shank end and the body has an axis of rotation extending from the tip end to the shank end, the body having:at least one working surface extending between the shank end and the tip end;a first cross section perpendicular to the axis of rotation, wherein the first cross section has a first geometry; anda second cross section perpendicular to the axis of rotation, wherein the second cross section has a second geometry, wherein the first geometry is different from the second geometry;wherein the first cross section and the second cross section intersect the at least one working surface.. An endodontic device, comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/166,770, filed May 27, 2016, which claims priority to and is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/632,930 (issued as U.S. Pat. No. 9,351,803), filed Feb. 26, 2015, which claims priority to and is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/455,636, filed Aug. 8, 2014, which claims priority to and is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/804,084 (issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,882,504), filed Mar. 14, 2013, which claims priority to and is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/402,207 (issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,454,361), filed Apr. 10, 2006, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/669,409, filed Apr. 8, 2005. The disclosure of the prior applications is considered part of and is incorporated by reference in the disclosure of this application.The present invention relates to endodontic instruments.Endodontic instruments can be used for cleaning and enlarging the endodontic cavity space (“ECS”), also known as the ...

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Номер записи: 84
01-02-2018 дата публикации

SINUS LIFT PROCEDURE AND SIDECUTTING DRILL

Номер: US20180028290A1
Автор: DAlise David
Принадлежит:

A method of performing a sinus lift procedure comprising the use of a sidecutting drill as one step in the procedure. The sidecutting drill creates a circumferential lateral cut near the sinus floor, thereby allowing upfracturing of the sinus floor over a greater area than would otherwise be possible absent the circumferential lateral cut. The sidecutting drill includes a tip extending in a planar nonuniform manner from the centerline of said drill with one or more cutting edges located on the extended portion for cutting through tissue. 1. An sidecutting drill bit for performing a lateral cut in a hole , said sidecutting drill bit comprising:a. a substantially uniform elongated body portion;b. a nonuniform tip at one end of said elongated body portion;c. said nonuniform tip comprising a planar area extending substantially perpendicularly from the centerline of said elongated body portion in a nonuniform manner relative to the entire circumference of the body portion.2. The sidecutting drill bit of wherein said nonuniform tip further comprises a cutting surface located at the edge of said nonuniform tip furthest from said centerline.3. The sidecutting drill bit of wherein said nonuniform tip further comprises a cutting surface on one or more sides of said nonuniform tip claim 1 , said one or more sides generally aligned to face into the direction of rotational travel of said nonuniform tip when said sidecutting drill bit is rotated.4. A kit for performing a sinus lift procedure at an edentulous site in a patient's jaw claim 1 , said kit comprising:a. a sidecutting drill bit capable of performing a circumferential relief cut at the bottom of an osteotomy, said relief cut being substantially perpendicular to the centerline of said osteotomy. This application claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/723,201, entitled “Socket/Sinus Lift Procedure and Sidecutting Drill Bit,” filed on Nov. 6, 2012, and U.S. patent application ...

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Номер записи: 85
01-02-2018 дата публикации

SINUS LIFT PROCEDURE AND SIDECUTTING DRILL

Номер: US20180028291A1
Автор: DAlise David
Принадлежит:

A method of performing a sinus lift procedure comprising the use of a sidecutting drill as one step in the procedure. The sidecutting drill creates a circumferential lateral cut near the sinus floor, thereby allowing upfracturing of the sinus floor over a greater area than would otherwise be possible absent the circumferential lateral cut. The sidecutting drill includes a tip extending in a planar nonuniform manner from the centerline of said drill with one or more cutting edges located on the extended portion for cutting through tissue. 1. A method of performing a sinus lift procedure on a patient at an edentulous site in a jaw bone , the method comprising the steps of:a. creating an osteotomy at said edentulous site, said osteotomy having a bottom nearest the floor of said sinus;b. performing a lateral relief cut at said bottom of said osteotomy, wherein said step of performing a lateral relief cut comprises making a circumferential cut such that the area of the lateral relief cut is wider than the rest of the osteotomy;c. pushing bone grafting material into said osteotomy;d. lifting said floor of said sinus by said step of pushing.2. The method of wherein said circumferential cut is performed in a direction perpendicular to the long axis centerline of said osteotomy.3. The method of wherein performing said circumferential cut forms a “T”-shaped osteotomy claim 2 , wherein said lateral relief cut forms the top of the “T”.4. A method of performing a sinus lift procedure on a patient at an edentulous site in a jaw bone claim 2 , the method comprising the steps of:a. creating an osteotomy at said edentulous site, said osteotomy having a bottom nearest the floor of said sinus;b. performing a lateral relief cut at said bottom of said osteotomy;c. pushing bone grafting material into said osteotomy;d. lifting said floor of said sinus by said step of pushing, wherein said step of lifting said sinus floor comprises upfracturing of said sinus floor over an area greater than ...

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Номер записи: 86
30-01-2020 дата публикации

SURGICAL DRILL TYPE CUTTING TOOL

Номер: US20200029978A1
Автор: BOUKHRIS Gérard, BOUKHRIS Gilles, SEBILLET Gildas
Принадлежит: IMPLANTS DIFFUSION INTERNATIONAL

A surgical drill type cutting tool includes a shank and an active portion extending in the extension of the shank, with chip areas extending along the active portion, and a ring surrounding a part of the active portion, an inner surface of the ring engaging the active portion without closing off the chip areas, allowing irrigation fluid to provides useful irrigation over most of the length of the active portion of the surgical drill bit. 1. A surgical drill bit type cutting tool comprising:a shank and an active portion located on an extension of the shank;means for a retainer operably retaining and holding the shank in rotation, a first end of the shank comprising a flat and a peripheral groove for this purpose;the active portion has having a cruciform section, comprising four cutting lips separating four chip areas;a ring surrounding a part of the active portion, and an inner surface of the ring engaging the active portion;that part of the active portion adjacent to the shank being surrounded by the ring which surrounds the outer contours of the drill bit formed by margin lands of the cutting lips of the active portion, without closing off the chip areas and thus without preventing the flow of fluid such as an irrigation or cooling product along the drill;an inner face of the ring including a concave groove open in the direction of the shank and being followed by an inclined portion of frustoconical shape forming a face of the ring directed towards the shank, the concave groove and the inclined portion together forming a gullwing profile making it possible to concentrate irrigating or cooling fluid flowing along the shank of the drill in a direction of the chip areas of the active portion.2. The surgical drill bit type cutting tool according to claim 1 , wherein the concave groove is a peripheral groove of a diameter greater than the diameter of the cutting lips and which is open on the face of the ring directed towards the shank.3. The surgical drill bit type ...

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Номер записи: 87
04-02-2021 дата публикации

DENTAL BURS FOR ANATOMY AND REDUCING ANESTHETIC USE

Номер: US20210030515A1
Автор: Morris Christopher
Принадлежит:

Two new burs to be used in dentistry applications. The two burs are used one after the other to create a natural anatomy in restorations of teeth. One of the burs also reduces the need for anesthetic by providing for minimal contact with the dentin while removing the enamel when cutting into a tooth. 1. A diamond grit bur for cutting enamel fabricated using a metal blank , wherein a tip of the metal blank starts from a point and widens with a first angle from 40 to 80 degrees , wherein the first angle extends for a length of 0.25 mm to 0.6 mm , wherein the first angle changes to a second angle , wherein the second angle is from 25 degrees to 40 degrees , wherein the second angle extends until the metal blank has a diameter of 0.8 mm to 1.22 mm , wherein sides of the metal blank become parallel , and wherein the metal blank is then coated with a diamond grit.2. A dental occlusal adjustment bur , wherein external dimensions of the bur has flat sides that diverge on an angle from 70 to 95 degrees , wherein at a confluence of the flat sides there is a radius of 0.8 mm to 1.4 mm , and wherein the flat sides widen at an angle of divergence to a minimum diameter of 3 mm to a maximum diameter of 4.5 mm.3. A method comprising:using a dental occlusal adjustment bur to adjust an occlusion of a restoration and creating flat cuspal inclines and a trough area in a central area of the restoration, wherein external dimensions of the bur has flat sides that diverge on an angle from 70 to 95 degrees, wherein at a confluence of the flat sides there is a radius of 0.8 mm to 1.4 mm, and wherein the flat sides widen at an angle of divergence to a minimum diameter of 3 mm to a maximum diameter of 4.5 mm; andusing a diamond grit bur to cut small fissures in a center of the trough area to create a natural looking occlusal anatomy in a tooth, wherein the diamond grit bur for cutting enamel is fabricated using a metal blank, wherein a tip of the metal blank starts from a point and widens with ...

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Номер записи: 88
05-02-2015 дата публикации

Removable dental mandrel guard

Номер: US20150037753A1
Автор: Daniel Sung-Yul Kim, Joshua Keelyn Kim
Принадлежит: Daniel Sung-Yul Kim, Joshua Keelyn Kim

A removable dental mandrel guard comprising a collar portion extending from a first open end to a transition region, which may include a first tapered portion, the transition region reducing from a first to a second interior diameter; a shaft guard extending from a first end rigidly connected to the transition region to a second end rigidly connected to the disc shield and having interior cross section defining the second interior diameter; a disc shield having opposed first and second transverse walls, each with a partially enclosed perimeter edge joined by coextensive edge wall extending from a first edge point to a second edge point, the interiors of the first and second transverse walls and edge wall defining a disc cavity; a continuous open seam extending longitudinally from the collar portion first open end to the shaft guard second end.

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Номер записи: 89
05-02-2015 дата публикации

Dental Extraction Burs for Extraction of a tooth or a portion of a Tooth

Номер: US20150037755A1
Автор: Luzzader Wayne Richard, Orr Larry Eugene
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Various Dental Extraction Burs are provided to practitioners to assist them in the extraction of a tooth or a portion of a tooth. Some Extraction Burs are embedded in a hole drilled in the tooth or portion of tooth, while others are attached to the surface of the tooth. After the Extraction Bur is attached to the tooth, the practitioner secures a handle to the Extraction Bur. Using the handle, the Extraction Bur and tooth or portion of tooth is removed from the patient. 1{'figref': {'@idref': 'DRAWINGS', 'FIG. 1'}, 'a) Extraction Bur that uses a drill with one or more flutes and an adhesive to bind the dill in the pilot home. The adhesive can have various curing properties; including but not limited to UV, pressure, anaerobic, catalyzed.'}{'figref': {'@idref': 'DRAWINGS', 'FIG. 2'}, 'b) Extraction Bur that has an expansion collar made from a malleable material, a lead screw with a conical end or other method to expand the collar into the walls of the hole.'}{'figref': {'@idref': 'DRAWINGS', 'FIG. 2'}, 'c) The Extraction Bur claimed in b) that uses a cam shape shaft to expand the collar.'}{'figref': [{'@idref': 'DRAWINGS', 'FIG. 3'}, {'@idref': 'DRAWINGS', 'FIG. 4'}], 'd) Extraction Bur that has barbs as detailed in . The barbs are semi-flexible, that is, the outside diameter of the barbs is greater than the pilot hole. The barbs can be made of any material that is suitable to the necessary flexing and has sufficient strength to grip the wall of the hole. The barb count can vary from one to many.'}{'b': 5', '6, 'e) FIG. / Extraction Bur that has a series of semi-flexible discs that lock into the wall of the pilot hole when the bur is attempted to be pulled out of the hole. The disc count can vary from one to many. The material can also vary from various plastics and metals.'}{'figref': {'@idref': 'DRAWINGS', 'FIG. 7'}, "f) Extraction Bur that can be attached to the tooth's surface"}{'figref': {'@idref': 'DRAWINGS', 'FIG. 8'}, 'g) Extraction Bur attached to the handle ...

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Номер записи: 90
01-05-2014 дата публикации

DEPTH STOP FOR SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

Номер: US20140120495A1
Автор: JR. Larry, Molz Fred J., ZEIGLER
Принадлежит: BIOHORIZONS IMPLANT SYSTEMS, INC.

A surgical tool or instrument having a plurality of depth stop positions, settings or locations, allowing for depth adjustment or a limitation of the allowable extension of a working tool coupled to or used in combination with the instrument. In example forms, an appliance or mouthpiece provides a guide to retain the surgical instrument to a particular orientation, and a stop member coupled to the tool or instrument in at least one of the plurality of depth stop positions, settings or locations determines the extension of the working tool therein. 1. A surgical instrument system for depth stop adjustment , the instrument comprising:a generally elongate body portion defining a longitudinal axis extending from an engagement end to a working end;a plurality of axially spaced grooves extending along the periphery of the elongate body, each axially spaced groove comprising a pair of receivers; anda stop member comprising a pair of separably coupled components that removably engage the plurality of axially spaced grooves, each separably coupled component comprising a protrusion that is removably received by the receivers.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the pair of receivers comprise apertures extending into the elongate body.3. The instrument of claim 1 , wherein the axially spaced grooves comprise a circumferential shape.4. The instrument of claim 1 , wherein the separably coupled components comprise an outer edge and an inner edge.5. The instrument of claim 4 , wherein the separably coupled component inner edges form a circumferential edge when coupled together.6. The instrument of claim 1 , wherein the separably coupled components comprise interengagement features for removably coupling the pair of separably coupled components together.7. A surgical instrument system for depth stop adjustment claim 1 , the instrument comprising:a generally elongate body portion defining a longitudinal axis extending from an engagement end to a working end;at least one axially ...

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Номер записи: 91
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Dental Precision Procedural Method and System

Номер: US20180036097A1
Автор: KIM Yang Soo
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A dental precision procedural method and system are disclosed. The dental precision procedural method may include creating information on a 3D oral image of a patient; creating a procedural fixture device to fixate the patient's mouth when performing a procedure of removing tooth of the patient based on the information on the 3D oral image; and moving a hand piece to a subject tooth for removal of the patient based on the information on the 3D oral image, and performing the procedure of removing tooth on the subject tooth for removal. 1. A dental precision procedural method comprising:creating information on a 3D oral image by photographing a patient's mouth;creating a procedural fixture device to fixate the patient's mouth when performing a procedure of removing a tooth of the patient based on the information on the 3D oral image; andmoving a hand piece to a subject tooth for removal of the patient based on the information on the 3D oral image, and performing the procedure of removing the subject tooth.2. The method of claim 1 ,wherein the hand piece is moved to the subject tooth for removal by a driving unit, andthe driving unit moves the hand piece in 3 axis directions based on 3D coordinate information on the subject tooth for removal obtained based on the information on the 3D oral image.3. The method of claim 2 ,wherein the driving unit determines whether or not to move the hand piece to a target point indicated on the procedural fixture device before moving the hand piece to the subject tooth for removal, and adjusts a zero point between the 3 axis movement of the driving unit and the 3D coordinate information on the subject tooth for removal.4. The method of claim 3 ,wherein the creating the information on the 3D oral image comprises:determining a teeth template image for creating the information on the 3D oral image based on a plurality of oral image information of the patient;matching each template tooth included in the teeth template image and each tooth ...

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Номер записи: 92
08-02-2018 дата публикации

POWDER-BLASTING DEVICE

Номер: US20180036098A1
Автор: BEANI Florent Jean-Claude Georges, Donnet Marcel, Fridez Pierre, LEBRETON Etienne, LIMON Martin
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A powder-blasting device for cleaning the surfaces of teeth via application with a powder-gas mixture, including a stationary unit having a connection region for a mixing chamber for producing the powder-gas mixture, a hand part having a nozzle device for blasting the powder-gas mixture onto a surface of a tooth, and a joining unit for joining the hand part to the stationary unit wherein the joining unit has at least one joining guide between the stationary unit and the hand part, and wherein a tube section that can be blocked via elastic deformation is arranged in a powder-gas line between the mixing chamber and the nozzle device, wherein the joining unit is detachably joined to the stationary unit and the lockable tube section is arranged in the detachable joining unit. 115.-. (canceled)16. A powder-blasting device for cleaning dental surfaces by applying a powder-gas mixture , comprising:a stationary unit with a connecting section for a mixing chamber for producing the powder-gas mixture,a handpiece with a nozzle device for blasting the powder-gas mixture onto a dental surface, anda joining unit for connecting the handpiece with the stationary unit,wherein the joining unit comprises at least one joining guide between the stationary unit and the handpiece,wherein in a powder-gas line, a tube section lockable by means of elastic deformation is disposed between the mixing chamber and the nozzle device, and the lockable tube section is disposed in the joining unit,wherein the joining unit is detachably connected with the stationary unit, and has a housing body for holding and accommodating the lockable elastic tube section,wherein the housing body comprises a rigid housing for that purpose, the joining unit comprises a first coupling section for coupling to a corresponding second coupling section of the stationary unit, and the first coupling section is disposed on the housing body of the joining unit such that the housing body of the joining unit can be directly ...

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Номер записи: 93
08-02-2018 дата публикации

ULTRASONIC TIP ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180036105A1
Автор: MAXWELL Randall, Wilkinson Kevin
Принадлежит: DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc.

A tip assembly for use with a dental tool, the tip assembly comprising a housing for attaching to the dental tool, at least one aspiration needle having a passageway extending at least partially through the aspiration needle, a substantial length of the aspiration needle, or at least from one end to the other end of the aspiration needle, the passageway providing a single continuous path to aspirate the irrigant and/or debris from the root canal cavity of the tooth, and at least one irrigation needle having a passageway extending at least partially through the irrigation needle, a substantial length of the irrigation needle, or at least from one end to the other end of the irrigation needle, the passageway provides a continuous flow path for delivering fluid/irrigant from a reservoir in communication with a proximal end of the irrigation needle to the distal end of the irrigation needle and into a root canal/coronal opening of a tooth. 1. A tip assembly for use with a dental tool , the tip assembly comprising:a housing for attaching to the dental tool;at least one aspiration needle having a passageway extending at least partially through the aspiration needle, a substantial length of the aspiration needle, or at least from one end to the other end of the aspiration needle, the passageway providing a single continuous path to aspirate the irrigant and/or debris from the root canal cavity of the tooth;at least one irrigation needle having a passageway extending at least partially through the irrigation needle, a substantial length of the irrigation needle, or at least from one end to the other end of the irrigation needle, the passageway provides a continuous flow path for delivering fluid/irrigant from a reservoir in communication with a proximal end of the irrigation needle to the distal end of the irrigation needle and into a root canal/coronal opening of a tooth; and,wherein the at least one aspiration needle and/or the at least one irrigation needle is straight, ...

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Номер записи: 94
24-02-2022 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ENDODONTIC TREATMENT

Номер: US20220054230A1
Автор: Darshan Yehuda, Lifshitz Amnon
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An apparatus for endodontic treatment, comprising: a nozzle connected to a fluid source comprising: a tip small enough to be inserted into a pulp chamber of a tooth; an inner geometry which forms a flow parameters including non-axial flow direction of nozzle fluid flowing through the inner geometry such that discharge fluid discharged from the inner geometry increase rotation of root canal fluid within a root canal sufficiently to remove tissue from the root canal. 1. (canceled)2. A dental apparatus comprising:an internal chamber;a fluid inlet in fluid communication with the internal chamber, the fluid inlet configured to direct a treatment liquid into the internal chamber onto an internal surface to impart rotation to the treatment liquid in the internal chamber;an exit hole in fluid communication with the internal chamber, the exit hole configured to convey the rotating treatment liquid to a treatment region of a tooth; andan aperture in fluid communication with the treatment region, the aperture configured to connect to a pump to exert a suction force to remove liquid from the treatment region.3. The dental apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the fluid inlet is oriented to inject liquid horizontally into the internal chamber and onto the internal surface claim 2 , the internal surface configured to impart rotation to the injected liquid and to redirect the rotating liquid in a downward direction through the exit hole to treat the treatment region of the tooth.4. The dental apparatus of claim 2 , wherein a central axis extends through the exit hole claim 2 , the fluid inlet being oriented to inject liquid along a direction non-parallel to the central axis into the internal chamber and onto the internal surface.5. The dental apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising a handgrip including an internal tube in fluid communication with the fluid inlet and a second tube in fluid communication with the aperture.6. The dental apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising a tube ...

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Номер записи: 95
24-02-2022 дата публикации

COMPRESSION TOOL FOR DENTAL IMPLANTATION SITES, AND A METHOD OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20220054236A1
Автор: Cohen Yuval, Jacoby Omer
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A compression tool for performing a finishing procedure, within a bore hole formed within a human jawbone so as to serve as an implantation site for a dental implant, by compression and densification processes, comprises a tapered body portion, and a plurality of flute sections disposed the body portion, wherein, when the compression tool is rotated in a clockwise direction and simultaneously axially inserted into the bore hole, the plurality of flute sections, which comprise structure for continuously cutting bone material from bone mass surrounding and defining the bore hole formed within the human jawbone, for accumulating the bone material so as to prevent the bone material from being evacuated from the implantation site, and for immediately compressing the bone material, cut from the bone mass surrounding and defining the bore hole formed within the human jawbone, back into the bone mass surrounding and defining the bore hole formed within the human jawbone will compress, compact, and enhance the density of the bone mass surrounding and defining the bore hole formed within the human jawbone. 1. A compression tool for performing a finishing procedure , within a bore hole formed within a human jawbone so as to serve as an implantation site for a dental implant , by compression and densification processes , comprising:a body portion defined around a longitudinal axis, wherein a lower distal end section of said body portion is tapered such that the smallest diameter of said lower distal end section of said body portion is disposed at a distal end of said body portion;a plurality of right-handed flute sections disposed within a circumferential array upon said lower distal end section of said body portion for continuously cutting bone material from bone mass surrounding and defining the bore hole formed within the human jawbone;a plurality of left-handed flute sections angularly spaced from but operatively associated with said plurality of right-handed flute sections ...

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Номер записи: 96
07-02-2019 дата публикации

DUAL FUNCTION PIEZOELECTRIC DEVICE

Номер: US20190038297A1
Автор: BRISCOE KURT GANS
Принадлежит:

A piezoelectric device comprising: 1. A piezoelectric device comprising:(a) a handpiece for holding by a user;(b) a cutting insert for said handpiece;(c) an ultrasound transducer disposed within the handpiece, the ultrasound transducer configured to provide first and second ultrasound frequency vibrations to the cutting insert in response to an electrical signal, wherein the first ultrasound frequency vibration cuts soft tissue, and wherein the second ultrasound frequency vibration cuts bone; and(d) a switch allowing the user to control the electrical signal so that the user by manipulating the switch selects to provide either said first or second ultrasound frequency vibrations to the cutting insert.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the first ultrasound frequency vibration is 50-60 kHz.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the second ultrasound frequency vibration is 20-30 kHz.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the switch is a toggle switch.5. A piezoelectric device comprising:(a) a handpiece for holding by a user;(b) at least one cutting insert for said handpiece;(c) an ultrasound transducer disposed within the handpiece, the ultrasound transducer configured to provide first and second ultrasound frequency vibrations to the cutting insert in response to an electrical signal, the first ultrasound frequency vibration being 50-60 kHz, and the second ultrasound frequency vibration being 20-30 kHz; and(d) a switch on the handpiece allowing the user to control the electrical signal so that the user by manipulating the switch selects to provide either said first or second ultrasound frequency vibrations to the cutting insert.6. The device according to claim 5 , wherein the switch is a toggle switch.7. A method of placing a dental implant into an implant site in the jaw bone of a patient claim 5 , said method comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, '(a) providing a piezoelectric device according to ;'}(b) switching the ...

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Номер записи: 97
07-02-2019 дата публикации

DENTAL RETRACTOR

Номер: US20190038379A1
Автор: ASGHAR Syed, Chang David
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A dental retractor comprises an elongated body having a first axis, a second axis and a third axis, each being orthogonal to each other. The first axis extends longitudinally from a proximal end to a distal end. The first axis and the second axis define a first plane and a width of the elongated body. The first axis and the third axis define a second plane and a thickness of the elongated body. The elongated body includes a blade extending from the distal end and lying substantially in the first plane; and a wing extending from the blade and lying at an angle relative to the first plane. 1. A dental retractor comprising: a blade extending from the distal end and lying substantially in the first plane; and', 'a wing extending from the blade and lying at an angle relative to the first plane., 'an elongated body having a first axis, a second axis and a third axis, each being orthogonal to each other, the first axis extending longitudinally from a proximal end to a distal end, the first axis and the second axis defining a first plane and a width of the elongated body, the first axis and the third axis defining a second plane and a thickness of the elongated body, the elongated body including2. The dental retractor of wherein the blade is configured to retract a buccal mucoperiosteal flap.3. The dental retractor of wherein the blade is configured to retract a lingual mucoperiosteal flap.4. The dental retractor of wherein the wing is configured to retract a mesial mucoperiosteal flap.5. The dental retractor of wherein the wing is configured to retract a distal mucoperiosteal flap.6. The dental retractor of further comprising a handle between the proximal end and distal end.7. The dental retractor of wherein the handle is in a third plane offset from the first plane to improve field of view of the distal end of the retractor during use.8. The dental retractor of wherein the wing is disposed on a first side defined by a first edge of the elongated body.9. The dental ...

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Номер записи: 98
07-02-2019 дата публикации

POWDER CHAMBER, CLOSURE FOR A POWDER CHAMBER, AND POWDER SPRAYING DEVICE

Номер: US20190038380A1
Автор: Donnet Marcel
Принадлежит: FERTON HOLDING S.A.

A powder chamber, especially for or of a dental powder jet apparatus, including at least one conductive region, which is electrically conductive, where the at least one conductive region includes a contact surface, which is formed within the powder chamber. 114-. (canceled)15. A powder chamber , especially for or of a dental powder jet apparatus , comprising:at least one conductive region, which is electrically conductive,wherein the at least one conductive region comprises a contact surface, which is formed within the powder chamber,wherein the powder chamber comprises a chamber wall, which is formed of a non-metal material,wherein preferably one portion of the chamber wall is formed as a conductive region and/orwherein the powder chamber comprises a closure for closing the powder chamber, wherein the closure is formed as a conductive region.16. The powder chamber according to claim 15 ,{'sup': '12', 'wherein the contact surface comprises a surface resistivity of 10Ω or less.'}17. The powder chamber according to claim 15 ,wherein the guide region comprises a connecting region, which is configured for grounding the conductive region.18. The powder chamber according to claim 15 ,wherein the closure is formed of plastic material, andwherein the closure comprises a core of an electrically conductive material, an electrically conductive surface and/or a plurality of electrically conducting particles.19. The powder chamber according to claim 15 , comprising a deflector surface claim 15 , which is designed for deflecting/deviating a powder jet within the powder chamber claim 15 , wherein the deflector surface is preferably formed as contact surface.20. The powder chamber according to claim 19 ,wherein the closure comprises the deflector surface.21. The powder chamber according to claim 15 ,comprising a guide element,wherein the guide element is configured to guide a powder stream along a flow direction (S) towards the deflector surface.22. The powder chamber according to ...

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Номер записи: 99
07-02-2019 дата публикации

POWDER CHAMBER AND STATION FOR A POWDER CHAMBER

Номер: US20190038381A1
Автор: BEANI Florent Jean-Claude Georges, Donnet Marcel, LEBRETON Etienne, TIAGO Bertolote
Принадлежит: FERTON HOLDING S.A.

A powder chamber, in particular for powder polishing devices, including a casing and two functional sectors, whereby the two functional sectors are arranged to be opposite to each other, and whereby at least one functional sector is designed to provide an opening for a working medium such as air or a mixture of powder and air, and whereby the two functional sectors are designed to allow the powder chamber to be locked. The two functional sectors are preferably arranged along an axis and are rotationally symmetric. 1. A powder chamber , in particular for powder polishing devices , comprising a casing and two functional sectors , wherein the two functional sectors are arranged to be opposite to each other , andthat at least one functional sector is designed to provide an opening for a working medium such as air or a mixture of powder and air, and that at least one of the two functional sectors is designed to allow the powder chamber to be locked.2. The powder chamber according to claim 1 , wherein a first functional sector is a bottom plate which is form and force-fittingly claim 1 , and removable claim 1 , connected with the casing.3. The powder chamber according to one of the claims 1 , wherein a second functional sector is designed as a removable closure element arranged form and force-fittingly on the casing.4. The powder chamber according to claim 1 , wherein the locking causes the powder chamber to be sealed claim 1 , wherein the locking is by means of force application along an axis directed from one functional sector to the other functional sector.5. The powder chamber according to claim 1 , wherein the first functional sector comprises an opening designed as inlet for the working medium.6. The powder chamber according to claim 1 , wherein the second functional sector comprises an opening designed as a mixture outlet for a mixture of powder and air.7. The powder chamber according to claim 6 , wherein the opening is a central opening claim 6 , parallel to the ...

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Номер записи: 100