Device and methods for treating canker sores by RF ablation

Details Device and methods for treating canker sores by RF ablation Device and methods for treating canker sores by RF ablation

1997-12-02

1999-08-17

Peffley, Michael

Surgery

Instruments

Electrical application

607101, 606 42, A61B 1739

Patent

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059386584

ABSTRACT:
A medical ablation device and methods for treating canker sores wherein a flexible RF electrode comprising a fluid delivery capability is inserted into the mouth; the RF electrode being placed against and/or surrounding the canker sore region; RF energy being applied for a predetermined time and under a controlled temperature to the canker sore tissue through the electrode to cause internal lesions; and therapeutic agent being delivered to heal and/or soothe the tissues thereafter.

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