Glue chew

Abstract

The utility model provides a chew which comprises at least two meshing parts, and the at least two meshing parts are sequentially arranged in the length direction of the chew. And the occlusion part extends along the direction which forms an included angle with the length direction of the chew. The at least two occlusion parts enable different tooth areas to correspond to different occlusion parts, and acting force can be applied to the orthodontic appliance more accurately through the chews; the extension direction of the occlusion part is beneficial to guiding the axial orientation of the upper and lower jaw teeth during occlusion, and the arrangement along the length direction of the chew enables the structure of the chew to be compact.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of tooth orthodontic products, in particular to a chewing gum. Background Art

[0002] In the field of orthodontics, more and more patients are using invisible braces. However, orthodontic braces and invisible braces face some wearing problems, such as braces not being worn properly and not fitting well with teeth. The primary solution is to use orthodontic chewing gum. Orthodontic chewing gum allows invisible braces to fit well with teeth through oral actions such as biting and chewing. It is harmless to the oral cavity and exercises oral muscles, preventing and treating masseter atrophy caused by weakened chewing force due to wearing invisible braces.

[0003] At present, there is no unified regulation on the form and use of chew products in the market. Most chew products are food-grade silicone products. The shapes of chews include: rods, tubes, and structures that adapt to the occlusal teeth. The cross-sectional shapes of orthodontic chews are mainly: round rods, round tubes, hexagons, rectangles or ovals. The materials are antibacterial silicone, TPU, and food-grade silicone.

[0004] There are three main types of chewing gum products available on the market: The first type is a chewing gum structure with protrusions and grooves for molars and incisors respectively, and the chewing gum has triangular holes for canine occlusion. The second type is mainly cylindrical and elliptical structures. This type of structure is simple, with a cylindrical hollow structure inside. Its main function is to increase the softness and taste of the chewing gum when bitten. The third type of chewing gum is mainly T-shaped structure or its variation. This type of chewing gum mainly considers the patient's grip convenience when using it. In summary, the existing chewing gum products on the market highlight the design purpose of being able to fit invisible braces, while taking into account certain convenience and safety of hand-holding during use, but the specific structures and functions are relatively similar. There are no chewing gum products developed specifically for the characteristics of different teeth in the mouth. At the same time, the chewing gum structures of multiple biting parts are scattered, which is not conducive to use. Utility Model Content

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide a chewing glue in order to overcome the dispersion defect of the chewing glue structure with multiple bite parts in the prior art.

[0006] The utility model solves the above technical problems through the following technical solutions:

[0007] A chewing gum comprises at least two biting parts, wherein the at least two biting parts are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the chewing gum; and the biting parts extend along a direction having an included angle with the length direction of the chewing gum.

[0008] In the present solution, the above-mentioned structural design is adopted, and at least two bite parts enable different tooth areas to correspond to different bite parts, so that the orthodontic appliance can be applied with more precision through the chewing gum; the extension direction of the bite part is conducive to guiding the axial direction of the upper and lower teeth when biting, and the chewing gum is arranged along the length direction to make the structure of the chewing gum compact.

[0009] Preferably, along the length direction of the chewing gum, the chewing gum has a plurality of columnar bodies;

[0010] Each of the bodies is provided with at least one engaging portion, and the engaging portion extends along a direction parallel to a radial direction of the columnar body.

[0011] In this solution, the bite portion is arranged on the columnar body and extends in a direction parallel to the radial direction of the columnar body, so that the bite portion can have a certain extension length, so that the same bite portion can accommodate multiple teeth for bite, improving the convenience of bite operation. In addition, the chewing gum has multiple bodies, each of which has a corresponding bite portion, so that different types of bite portions can be distinguished, which is convenient for users to match with the corresponding bite portion when using.

[0012] Preferably, the plurality of engaging portions located on the same body are arranged on the same surface of the body; and / or, an angle is formed between the planes where the engaging portions located on different bodies are located.

[0013] In this solution, the occlusal parts are arranged on the same surface of the same body. When the user operates, for different types of teeth, the occlusal parts to be used can be changed by moving the body along the axial direction of the body, so that the user can easily change the occlusal parts during use. The occlusal parts on different bodies are arranged in a staggered manner. When the user uses, the occlusal parts of different bodies can be distinguished from the arrangement method to avoid confusion.

[0014] Preferably, the chewing gum comprises a first body and a second body, wherein the first body is provided with a molar occlusal portion and a premolar occlusal portion in parallel and at intervals, and the second body is provided with an incisor occlusal portion and a lateral incisor canine occlusal portion in parallel and at intervals.

[0015] In this solution, the chewing gum has two main bodies, each of which is provided with a bite portion corresponding to different teeth, so that the corresponding tooth areas can be acted on respectively, and the force can be applied to the orthodontic appliance more accurately through the chewing gum. It can also prevent a single body from being too long, and it is easy to be accommodated in the user's mouth. In addition, the first body corresponds to the molar bite portion and the premolar bite portion, and the second body corresponds to the incisor bite portion and the lateral incisor canine bite portion. When in use, by moving the radial and axial positions of the first body or the second body, each bite portion can be made to correspond to the corresponding teeth, thereby simplifying the operation and facilitating use.

[0016] Preferably, the chewing gum further includes a gripping portion, the gripping portion extends along the length direction of the chewing gum, and two ends of the gripping portion are respectively connected to the first body and the second body.

[0017] In this solution, the gripping portion can be easily taken by the user to deliver the chewing gum into the user's mouth, or the chewing gum can be rotated by holding the gripping portion so that the first body and the second body can be used separately.

[0018] Preferably, the outer diameter of the gripping portion is smaller than the outer diameter of the first body or the outer diameter of the second body; and / or, the outer surface of the gripping portion is provided with threads.

[0019] In this solution, the outer diameter of the gripping portion is changed to facilitate the user's gripping. The outer surface of the gripping portion is provided with threads to improve the user's gripping stability.

[0020] Preferably, the engaging portion is at least one of a groove, a protrusion and a through hole;

[0021] Wherein, the groove is sunken from the surface of the chewing gum toward the inside of the chewing gum.

[0022] In this solution, the shape of the occlusal portion can be configured accordingly according to the actual use of the orthodontic appliance. The structural form of the groove can match the shape of the teeth, fit the teeth when in use, and improve the effect of applying force to the orthodontic appliance.

[0023] Preferably, the middle part of the groove bottom of the groove protrudes toward the groove opening, and the protrusion extends in a direction perpendicular to the length direction of the chewing gum; the groove is used for occlusion of molars or premolars.

[0024] In this solution, the above structural design is adopted. According to the characteristics of the teeth, the chewing gum can wrap the tooth shape corresponding to the orthodontic appliance after occlusion, which has a good guiding effect on the application of the chewing gum force in the correct direction.

[0025] Preferably, the biting portion comprises a first biting area and a second biting area arranged in pair, and the first biting area and the second biting area are respectively arranged on two opposite surfaces of the biting glue.

[0026] In this solution, the first occlusal area and the second occlusal area can serve as force application points for the upper and lower teeth, respectively, thereby improving the effects of the upper and lower dental appliances.

[0027] Preferably, the first bite area and the second bite area are staggered by a preset distance along the length direction of the chewing gum.

[0028] In this solution, the staggered arrangement of the first occlusal area and the second occlusal area can adapt to the positional relationship between the maxillary and mandibular occlusion. Specifically, after the upper and lower jaws are occluded, the maxillary teeth are more inclined to the labial side than the mandibular teeth, thereby making the control of the interaction force between the bite glue and the orthodontic appliance more precise.

[0029] Preferably, a through hole is provided between the first bite area and the second bite area, and the through hole penetrates the chewing gum along a direction perpendicular to the length direction of the chewing gum.

[0030] In this solution, the above-mentioned structural design is adopted. After the upper and lower jaws are occluded, the middle through hole is compressed and deformed, so that the occlusal area can further wrap the tooth shape corresponding to the orthodontic appliance according to the characteristics of the teeth after occlusion, which can further enhance the effect of the upper and lower jaw dental appliances.

[0031] Preferably, the through hole is an elliptical structure, and the elliptical through hole is arranged along the length direction of the chewing gum.

[0032] In this solution, the above-mentioned structural design is adopted, and the deformation capacity of the middle part of the occlusal area is greater than that of the two sides, which further improves the wrapping effect of the occlusal area on the teeth and improves the adjustment effect of the orthodontic appliance.

[0033] The positive progressive effects of the present invention are: at least two bite parts allow different tooth areas to correspond to different bite parts, and the bite glue can more accurately apply force to the orthodontic appliance; the extension direction of the bite part is conducive to guiding the axial direction of the upper and lower teeth when biting, and the arrangement along the length direction of the bite glue makes the structure of the bite glue compact. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0034] Figure 1 The utility model is a structural schematic diagram of a chewing gum according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 2 This is another perspective of the chewing gum according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 3This is another perspective of the chewing gum according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] Figure 4 This is an axial perspective of the chewing gum according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] Description of reference numerals:

[0039] Chew 1

[0040] First body 10

[0041] Second body 20

[0042] Control 30

[0043] Molar occlusal part 110

[0044] Premolar occlusal area 120

[0045] Lateral incisor canine occlusal part 230

[0046] Incisor occlusal part 240

[0047] First bite area 811

[0048] Second bite area 822

[0049] Raised portion 77

[0050] Depression 66

[0051] Through hole 50

[0052] Plane 111

[0053] Length direction L DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0054] A preferred embodiment is given below, and the present invention is described more clearly and completely in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0055] like Figure 1-Figure 4 As shown, the embodiment of the utility model provides a chewing gum 1, which includes at least two bite parts, and the at least two bite parts are arranged in sequence along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1; the bite parts extend along a direction that has an angle with the length direction L of the chewing gum 1. At least two bite parts allow different tooth areas to correspond to different bite parts, and the orthodontic appliance can be more accurately applied with the bite gum 1; the extension direction of the bite part is conducive to guiding the axial direction of the upper and lower teeth when biting, and the arrangement along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1 makes the structure of the chewing gum 1 compact.

[0056] In specific implementation, Figure 1As shown, the chewing gum 1 is in the shape of a long strip and has an overall cylindrical structure. The chewing gum 1 has four bite parts, and each bite part corresponds to a type of tooth. Taking the teeth on one side as an example, they correspond to molars, premolars, lateral incisor canines and incisors, respectively. Thus, corresponding bite parts are configured for each type of tooth, and the orthodontic appliance at each type of tooth can be applied more accurately. Furthermore, the four bite parts are arranged along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1, and extend along a direction having an angle with the length direction L of the chewing gum 1, as shown in FIG. Figure 1 As shown, it extends in a direction perpendicular to the length direction L, and its structure is compact. When in use, the chewing gum 1 is extended in and out along its length direction L to be positioned with the corresponding teeth and then bitten. This method of use is simple and convenient.

[0057] As a preferred embodiment, along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1, the chewing gum 1 has a plurality of columnar bodies; each body is provided with at least one bite portion, and the bite portion extends along a direction parallel to the radial direction of the columnar body.

[0058] Specifically, Figure 1 As shown, along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1, the chewing gum 1 has two columnar bodies, namely the first body 10 and the second body 20. Thus, a single body is prevented from being too long, and it is easy to be accommodated in the user's mouth, and it can also avoid too many bodies, making the structure compact. Furthermore, the chewing gum 1 has four bite parts, namely: a molar bite part 110, a premolar bite part 120, a lateral incisor canine bite part 230 and an incisor bite part 240. Figure 1 As shown, the molar bite portion 110 and the premolar bite portion 120 are arranged side by side and spaced apart on the first body 10; the incisor bite portion 240 and the lateral incisor canine bite portion 230 are arranged side by side and spaced apart on the second body 20. The side by side arrangement refers to the side by side arrangement along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1, and the spaced arrangement refers to the spacing between the two bite portions along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1.

[0059] When in use, taking the first body 10 as an example, after the molars are engaged with the molar occlusal portion 110 on the first body 10, by moving the first body 10 along the arrangement direction of the teeth and the axial direction of the first body 10, the premolar occlusal portion 120 on the first body 10 can correspond to the position of the premolars, so that the premolars can be engaged, thereby adjusting the position of the orthodontic appliance. This simplifies the operation and facilitates use.

[0060] In specific implementation, Figure 1As shown, the surface of the columnar body has a plane 111, and the occlusal part is arranged on the plane 111. There are also marks between these occlusal parts, namely: mark T1 (corresponding to the molar occlusal part 110), mark T2 (corresponding to the premolar occlusal part 120), mark T3 (corresponding to the lateral incisor canine occlusal part 230) and mark T4 (corresponding to the incisor occlusal part 240). Through each mark, the user can be reminded of the type of teeth corresponding to each occlusal part.

[0061] Furthermore, if Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, each occlusal portion extends in a direction parallel to the radial direction of the columnar body, that is, in a direction perpendicular to the length direction L of the chewing gum 1. The occlusal portion extends on the columnar body and can have a certain extension length, so that the same occlusal portion can accommodate multiple teeth for occlusion, improving the convenience of the occlusal operation. Taking the molar occlusal portion 110 as an example, when occluding, the two molars on one side of the user can contact and occlude with the molar occlusal portion 110 at the same time, so that the areas of the orthodontic device corresponding to the two molars can be corrected at the same time.

[0062] Furthermore, if Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the diameter of the first body 10 at the molar bite portion 110 is greater than the diameter at the premolar bite portion 120, so that the extension length of the molar bite portion 110 is greater than the extension length of the premolar bite portion, thereby adapting to the size requirements of molars and premolars. A step is provided at the connection between the molar bite portion 110 and the premolar bite portion 120.

[0063] As a preferred implementation method, Figure 1-3 As shown, multiple bite parts located on the same body are arranged on the same surface of the body; when the user operates, for different types of teeth, the bite part used can be changed by moving the body along the axial direction of the body, so that the user can easily change the bite part during use.

[0064] As a preferred implementation method, Figure 1-3 As shown, there is an angle between the bite portion on the first body 10 and the plane 111 where the bite portion on the second body 20 is located. The bite portions on different bodies are staggered, and when the user uses it, the bite portions of different bodies can be distinguished from the arrangement to avoid confusion. Specifically, as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the plane 111 where the bite portion on the first body 10 and the bite portion on the second body 20 are located is perpendicular.

[0065] As a preferred implementation method, Figure 1-3As shown, the chewing gum 1 further includes a gripping portion 30, which extends along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1, and the two ends of the gripping portion 30 are respectively connected to the first body 10 and the second body 20. The gripping portion 30 can be easily taken by the user to put the chewing gum 1 into the user's mouth, or the chewing gum 1 can be rotated by holding the gripping portion 30 so that the first body 10 and the second body 20 can be used separately.

[0066] Specifically, Figure 1 As shown in FIG. 1 , the outer diameter of the gripping portion 30 is smaller than the outer diameter of the first body 10 or the outer diameter of the second body 20. By changing the outer diameter of the gripping portion 30, it is easier for the user to hold. Figure 1 As shown, the outer surface of the grip portion 30 is provided with threads, which can enhance the stability of the user's grip.

[0067] As a preferred implementation method, Figure 1-3 As shown, the bite parts are all groove structures, wherein the groove is recessed from the surface of the chewing gum 1 toward the inside of the chewing gum 1 .

[0068] It should be noted that in other embodiments, the occlusal portion may also be a protrusion or a through hole or a combination thereof with a groove. In practical applications, the shape of the occlusal portion may be configured accordingly according to the actual use of the orthodontic appliance. The structural form of the groove can match the shape of the teeth, fit the teeth when in use, and enhance the effect of applying force to the orthodontic appliance.

[0069] like Figure 2 As shown, grooves are provided on the molar occlusal portion 110 and the premolar occlusal portion 120, and the grooves are recessed from the surface of the chewing gum 1 to the inside of the chewing gum 1, the middle of the groove is a raised portion 77, and the two sides are recessed portions 66, and the raised portion extends in a direction perpendicular to the length direction L of the chewing gum 1; the grooves are used for the occlusion of molars or premolars.

[0070] like Figure 3 As shown, grooves are also provided on the lateral incisor canine occlusal portion 230 and the incisor occlusal portion 240. The grooves provided therein are used to cooperate with the lateral incisors and canines, similar to a V-shaped structure.

[0071] The structural function of the groove is that, according to the characteristics of the teeth, the chewing gum 1 can wrap around the tooth shape corresponding to the orthodontic appliance after occlusion, and has a good guiding effect on the application of the force of the chewing gum 1 in the correct direction.

[0072] As a preferred implementation method, Figure 2-3As shown, the occlusal portion includes a first occlusal area 811 and a second occlusal area 822 arranged in pairs, and the first occlusal area 811 and the second occlusal area 822 are respectively arranged on two opposite surfaces of the chewing gum 1. The first occlusal area 811 of the molar occlusal portion 110 corresponds to the first and second molars of the maxilla, and the second occlusal area 822 of the molar occlusal portion 110 corresponds to the first and second molars of the mandible. The first occlusal area 811 of the premolar occlusal portion 120 corresponds to the first and second premolars of the maxilla, and the second occlusal area 822 of the premolar occlusal portion 120 corresponds to the first and second premolars of the mandible. The first occlusal area 811 of the lateral incisor-canine occlusal part 230 corresponds to the maxillary incisors and canines, the second occlusal area 822 of the lateral incisor-canine occlusal part 230 corresponds to the mandibular lateral incisors and canines, the first occlusal area 811 of the incisor occlusal part 240 corresponds to the two maxillary incisors, and the second occlusal area 822 of the incisor occlusal part 240 corresponds to the two mandibular incisors.

[0073] The first occlusal area 811 and the second occlusal area 822 can serve as force application points for the upper and lower teeth, respectively, thereby improving the effects of the upper and lower dental appliances.

[0074] Furthermore, if Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first occlusal area 811 and the second occlusal area 822 of each occlusal part are staggered by a preset distance along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1. This can adapt to the positional relationship between the upper and lower jaws. Specifically, after the upper and lower jaws are occluded, the upper teeth are more inclined to the labial side than the lower teeth, so that the control of the interaction force between the chewing gum 1 and the orthodontic appliance will be more accurate.

[0075] like Figure 1 As shown, a through hole 50 is provided between the first occlusal area 811 and the second occlusal area 822, and the through hole 50 penetrates the chewing gum 1 in a direction perpendicular to the length direction L of the chewing gum 1. After the upper and lower jaws are occluded, the middle through hole 50 is compressed and deformed, so that the occlusal area can further wrap the tooth shape corresponding to the orthodontic appliance according to the characteristics of the teeth after occlusion, which can further improve the effect of the upper and lower jaw dental appliances.

[0076] Preferably, if Figure 1-3 As shown, the through hole 50 is an elliptical structure, and the elliptical through hole 50 is arranged along the length direction L of the chewing gum 1. Therefore, the deformation capacity of the middle of the occlusal area is greater than that of the two sides, further improving the wrapping effect of the occlusal area on the teeth and improving the adjustment effect of the orthodontic appliance.

[0077] Taking the left side of the teeth as an example, the use of chewing gum 1 is as follows:

[0078] The first step is to pinch the gripping portion 30 of the chewing gum 1 by hand. Figure 2As shown, the left corner of the mouth is pulled back to align the first occlusal area 811 of the molar occlusal part 110 with the first and second molars on the left side of the maxilla, and the first and second molars on the left side of the mandible follow the second occlusal area 822 of the molar occlusal part 110. After repeated bites several times, the orthodontic appliances fit in the first and second molar areas on the left side of the upper and lower jaws.

[0079] In the second step, pinch the grasping part and move the chewing gum 1 toward the inside of the oral cavity, align the first occlusal area 811 of the premolar occlusal part 120 with the first and second premolars on the left side of the maxilla, and the first and second premolars on the left side of the mandible follow the second occlusal area 822 of the premolar occlusal part 120. After repeated bites, the orthodontic appliances are fitted in the first and second premolar areas on the left side of the upper and lower jaws.

[0080] The third step is to pinch the gripping portion 30 with your hands, take out the chewing glue 1 and turn the chewing glue 1 in the same direction. Figure 3 Put the chewing gum 1 into the mouth, align the first occlusal area 811 of the incisor occlusal part 240 with the two incisors of the upper jaw, and let the two incisors of the lower jaw enter the second occlusal area 822 of the incisor occlusal part 240, and bite repeatedly several times to make the orthodontic appliances fit the two incisor areas of the upper and lower jaws.

[0081] The fourth step is to pinch the grasping part 30 and move the chewing gum 1 toward the inside of the oral cavity, and move the chewing gum 1 to the left side and at the same time toward the inside of the mouth, so that the first biting area 811 of the lateral incisor canine biting part 230 is aligned with the left maxillary lateral incisor and canine, and the left side of the mandibular lateral incisor and canine follow the second biting area 822 of the lateral incisor canine biting part 230, and bite repeatedly several times to make the left side of the upper and lower jaws fit with the orthodontic appliances.

[0082] The chewing gum 1 is used on the right teeth in the same way as on the left teeth.

[0083] Although the specific implementations of the utility model are described above, those skilled in the art should understand that this is only an example, and the protection scope of the utility model is defined by the attached claims. Those skilled in the art can make various changes or modifications to these implementations without departing from the principle and essence of the utility model, but these changes and modifications fall within the protection scope of the utility model.

Claims

1. A chewing gum, characterized in that: The chewing gum includes at least two biting parts, and the at least two biting parts are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the chewing gum; the biting parts extend along a direction having an angle with the length direction of the chewing gum.

2. The chewing gum according to claim 1, characterized in that: Along the length direction of the chewing gum, the chewing gum has a plurality of columnar bodies; Each of the bodies is provided with at least one engaging portion, and the engaging portion extends along a direction parallel to a radial direction of the columnar body.

3. The chewing gum according to claim 2, characterized in that: The plurality of engaging portions located on the same body are arranged on the same surface of the body; And / or, there is an angle between the planes where the engaging portions on different bodies are located.

4. The chewing gum according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The chewing gum comprises a first body and a second body, wherein a molar bite portion and a premolar bite portion are arranged in parallel and at intervals on the first body; an incisor bite portion and a lateral incisor canine bite portion are arranged in parallel and at intervals on the second body.

5. The chewing gum according to claim 4, characterized in that: The chewing gum further includes a gripping portion, which extends along the length direction of the chewing gum, and two ends of the gripping portion are respectively connected to the first body and the second body.

6. The chewing gum according to claim 5, characterized in that: The outer diameter of the gripping portion is smaller than the outer diameter of the first body or the outer diameter of the second body; And / or, the outer surface of the gripping portion is provided with threads.

7. The chewing gum according to claim 1, characterized in that: The engaging portion is at least one of a groove, a protrusion and a through hole; Wherein, the groove is sunken from the surface of the chewing gum toward the inside of the chewing gum.

8. The chewing gum according to claim 7, characterized in that: The middle part of the groove bottom of the groove protrudes toward the groove opening, and the protrusion extends in a direction perpendicular to the length direction of the chewing gum; the groove is used for the molars or premolars to bite.

9. The chewing gum according to claim 1, characterized in that: The biting portion comprises a first biting area and a second biting area arranged in pair, wherein the first biting area and the second biting area are respectively arranged on two opposite surfaces of the biting glue.

10. The chewing gum according to claim 9, characterized in that: The first bite area and the second bite area are staggered by a preset distance along the length direction of the chewing gum.

11. The chewing gum according to claim 9, characterized in that: A through hole is provided between the first bite area and the second bite area, and the through hole penetrates the chewing gum along a direction perpendicular to the length direction of the chewing gum.

12. The chewing gum according to claim 11, characterized in that: The through hole is an elliptical structure, and the elliptical through hole is arranged along the length direction of the chewing gum.

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