Orthodontic bracket, method of making an orthodontic bracket, an

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1991-10-24

1993-06-15

O'Connor, Cary E.

Dentistry

Orthodontics

Bracket

A61C 300

Patent

active

052192830

ABSTRACT:
In one aspect of the present invention, it is provided an orthodontic bracket having a base portion for attachment to a tooth. The base portion is provided with a substantially monolayer of substantially uniform size particles. The particles are secured to the bonding base through the use of an adhesive.
In another aspect, there is provided a method of making an orthodontic bracket having a bonding base for attachment to the surface of a tooth, comprising the steps of:

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