Translingual orthodontic device and method of use for same

Details Translingual orthodontic device and method of use for same Translingual orthodontic device and method of use for same

1992-10-13

1993-11-30

Mancene, Gene

Dentistry

Orthodontics

Means to transmit or apply force to tooth

433 24, A61C 300

Patent

active

052660281

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for use with translingual elastic bands in orthodontic procedures is disclosed. According to the method, a translingual band is attached to a hook and wire which are extended through a semirigid sheath. The sheath is presized to fit snugly between the inner surfaces of opposing teeth in a patient's mouth.
The band is attached appropriately to a tooth then pulled by the hook and wire through the sheath and attached to an opposing tooth. The sheath is rotatable about the band and is left in place to protect the patient's tongue and soft palette. The sheath will be measured and downsized as treatment progresses.

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