Dentistry – Orthodontics – Means to transmit or apply force to tooth
Patent
1990-06-29
1991-09-03
Wilson, John J.
Dentistry
Orthodontics
Means to transmit or apply force to tooth
433 18, A61C 300
Patent
active
050449478
ABSTRACT:
An orthodontic appliance made of a shape memory alloy comprising of a nickel, titanium, and copper composition which is formulated to provide the desired loading and unloading forces to the bracket.
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Farzin-Nia Farrokh
Miyazaki Shuichi
Sachdeva Rohit C. L.
Cherichetti Cindy A.
Ormco Corporation
Wilson John J.
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