Light emitting diode light source for curing dental composites

Details Light emitting diode light source for curing dental composites Light emitting diode light source for curing dental composites

2008-01-22

2008-01-22

Wilson, John J (Department: 3732)

Dentistry

Apparatus

Having means to emit radiation or facilitate viewing of the...

C362S119000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07320593

ABSTRACT:
Light Emitting Diode Light Sources for Dental Curing are disclosed. Some embodiments of the invention include structures such as Light Emitting Diode Array(s), heat sink, heat dissipation, heat pipe, and control circuitry are disclosed.

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