Dentistry – Orthodontics – By mouthpiece-type retainer
Patent
1996-08-05
1998-11-17
Lewis, Ralph A.
Dentistry
Orthodontics
By mouthpiece-type retainer
128861, A61C 300
Patent
active
058367616
ABSTRACT:
An adjustable and customized dental appliance for the mouth of an athlete is comprised of an occlusal posterior pad for each side of the posterior teeth engageable with the occlusal surfaces to space apart the teeth and to absorb shock and clenching stress. An adjustable band is provided connecting the posterior pads together within the mouth and out of the way of the tongue to maintain the position of the occlusal posterior pads within the mouth during use and to prevent loss of the pads such as by swallowing.
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Belvedere Paul C.
Kittelsen Jon D.
Big Picture, Inc.
Helget Gerald E.
Lewis Ralph A.
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