Self-ligating orthodontic appliance with clip

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2007-05-15

2007-05-15

Wilson, John J (Department: 3732)

Dentistry

Orthodontics

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Reexamination Certificate

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11317346

ABSTRACT:
An orthodontic appliance includes a latch that comprises at least one clip with a region for receiving an archwire. The clip also includes a recess for receiving a post of the appliance and for coupling the clip to remaining components of the appliance. The clip includes at least one protrusion that extends between the post-receiving recess and the archwire-receiving region, and the protrusion serves to retain the clip in place on the post.

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