Dentistry – Prosthodontics – Holding or positioning denture in mouth
Reexamination Certificate
2007-01-16
2007-01-16
Bumgarner, Melba (Department: 3732)
Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Holding or positioning denture in mouth
Reexamination Certificate
active
10099930
ABSTRACT:
An Implant/Abutment Impressioning cap. The impression cap is multi-vented and configured to uniquely fit over an abutment/implant assembly and grasp the implant via a novel flange and internal geometry design. The flange is located at the bottom of the impression cap forming a bottom rim and is constructed to grasp the collar of an implant in a press/friction fit manner. The internal geometry of the impression cap forms surfaces which mirror those of the abutment/implant assembly. The flange of the impression cap automatically captures the implant margin by pushing gingival tissue away when the component is seated.
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Carter Robert D.
Klardie Michael R.
Bumgarner Melba
Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Lifecore Biomedical, Inc.
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