Dentistry – Apparatus – Having gauge or guide
Patent
1991-11-14
1993-03-16
Wilson, John J.
Dentistry
Apparatus
Having gauge or guide
33514, A61C 1904
Patent
active
051939991
ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for measuring the distance between the gum tissue surface to the implant, along a nonlinear surface, the height needed for determining correct abutment size. The abutment measurement device is an elongated cylindrical member or handle which terminates at both ends with a probe tip. A first probe extends from one end of the elongated member at approximately an 80 degree angle from the member axis. A second probe extends from the other end of the elongated member. The cross section of the second probe tip has a circular cross-section with a concave indentation. This concave indentation is designed to fit the curvature of the sidewall of a secondary healing cap. The concave indentation of the probe tip allows a more accurate measurement of the gum tissue depth.
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Attachments International, Inc.
Wilson John J.
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