Dentistry – Orthodontics – Bracket
Reexamination Certificate
2007-03-06
2007-03-06
Rodriguez, Cris L. (Department: 3732)
Dentistry
Orthodontics
Bracket
Reexamination Certificate
active
10812812
ABSTRACT:
According to one embodiment, a self-ligating lingual orthodontic bracket includes a base, flanges extending from the base to define a slot, and a clip. The clip applies a force to an object to secure the wire within the slot in a self-ligating manner. The clip is adapted to be urged vertically toward the occlusal plane from a closed position to an open position to expose the slot to receive the wire, the clip being biased against the second flange when the clip is in the open position due to the applied force. The clip is adapted to be urged vertically away from the occlusal plane from the open position to the closed position to secure the wire within the slot, the clip being biased against the wire when the clip is in the closed position and the wire is secured within the slot due to the applied force.
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Navarro Carlos F.
Navarro Marco A.
Baker & Botts L.L.P.
Kilkenny Patrick J.
Rodriguez Cris L.
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