Dentistry – Orthodontics – By device having means to apply outwardly directed force
Patent
1999-02-09
2000-03-07
Wilson, John J.
Dentistry
Orthodontics
By device having means to apply outwardly directed force
433 18, 433 21, A61C 300
Patent
active
060332166
ABSTRACT:
A mandibular arch expander for moving the lower teeth of an individual in better alignment with the upper teeth of the individual. The expander includes a first orthodontic band and a second orthodontic band attachable to opposite molars on each side of a patient's lower mouth. A first and second attachment device is provided for bonding to at least one tooth located between the lower molar and the incisor teeth. An expansion mechanism is provided for widening the mandibular arch near the front incisor teeth. The expansion mechanism is located between the first and second attachment device. A first helical spring apparatus is located between the first attachment device and the first orthodontic band and is actuable for applying both rotational and linear forces to the first molar tooth. A second helical spring apparatus is located between the second attachment device and the second orthodontic band and is actuable for applying both rotational and linear forces to the second molar tooth.
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Hochberg D. Peter
Holt William H.
Wilson John J.
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