Tongue-grating combined function regulator

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of appliances, in particular to a tongue-grating combined function regulator, which comprises cheek screens arranged on two sides of an upper jaw and a lower jaw, a tightness regulating mechanism is arranged between the two groups of cheek screens, the tightness regulating mechanism comprises jaw supports arranged above four teeth of the upper jaw and the lower jaw, the jaw supports are fixedly connected onto the cheek screens, and the jaw supports are fixedly connected onto the cheek screens. The upper portions of the two cheek screens are fixedly connected with one ends of two palate arches, the other ends of the two palate arches are fixedly connected with connecting plates, and a connecting rod in threaded connection is arranged between the two connecting plates. The tongue grating regulating and controlling mechanism is designed to be matched with the tightness regulating mechanism, so that the radian of a tongue grating connecting wire is favorably regulated, multiple groups of tongue grating regulating angles are suitable for different mouth parts, the tongue grating regulating and controlling mechanism is conveniently matched with a regulator to be used, and bad habits such as tongue biting, abnormal pharynx vomiting and finger sucking are conveniently and constantly reminded and prevented; the influence of the habits on the normal growth and development of the dental maxillofacial surface is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of orthodontic appliances, in particular to a tongue grid combined functional regulator. Background Art

[0002] Oral combined functional regulators are mainly for people with existing deformities in the body. Wearing orthodontic appliances can achieve certain corrective effects, especially suitable for children in the peak growth and development period, and can correct skeletal malocclusion deformities.

[0003] Most of the existing regulator palatal arches are bent and made of a steel wire with a bend in the middle. Because the tightness needs to be adjustable, not only bending adjustment is required, but also support needs to be provided, which has extremely high requirements for the material. Therefore, the breakage rate is relatively high. The breakage of the palatal arch may lead to the interruption of the orthodontic process or the need for frequent replacement, which is likely to cause oral accidents and increase the cost burden on patients. And the tongue grid can effectively reduce the pressure of the tongue muscles on the anterior dental arch, compulsorily remove the unfavorable factors formed by open bite, and restore the coordination and balance of the muscle pressures inside and outside the dental arch, which helps to reduce the vertical distance between the upper and lower anterior teeth in a relatively short time and reduce the open bite degree of the patient. However, most of the existing tongue grids are configured separately, and the installation is not convenient enough to be used in combination with other corrections.

[0004] The Chinese utility model patent with the application number 202222622478.0 proposed a multi-purpose tongue grid orthodontic appliance. By fixedly installing a tongue grid body on the dental appliance, it can effectively prevent infants and young children from frequently sticking out their tongues and avoid causing open bite of the teeth of infants and young children. Since the tongue grid body is bent, a concave cavity is formed, and the front end of the tongue body is located in the concave cavity, so the tongue body cannot be lifted and stretched outwards continuously. The tongue grid body blocks the forward stretching force of the tongue body on the anterior teeth. Although this multi-purpose tongue grid orthodontic appliance can be used for orthodontics, its function is single, it is difficult to cooperate with the orthodontics of the whole mouth, and it is easy to interfere with the orthodontics of other parts, and its practicability is poor.

[0005] Therefore, a tongue grid combined functional regulator is proposed. Content of the Utility Model

[0006] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a tongue grid combined functional regulator to solve the problems of easy breakage of the palatal arch bending adjustment and poor cooperation of the tongue grid with other orthodontic effects proposed in the above background art.

[0007] To achieve the above object, the present utility model provides the following technical solutions: A tongue grid combined functional regulator, the regulator includes buccal screens arranged on both sides of the upper jaw and the lower jaw, a tension adjustment mechanism is arranged between the two groups of buccal screens, the tension adjustment mechanism includes occlusal rests arranged above four teeth of the upper jaw and the lower jaw, the occlusal rests are fixedly connected to the buccal screens, one ends of two groups of palatal arches are fixedly connected to the upper parts of the two groups of buccal screens, the other ends of the two groups of palatal arches are fixedly connected to a connecting plate, and a connecting rod connected by threads is arranged between the two groups of connecting plates.

[0008] Preferably, the two groups of connecting plates are symmetrically arranged about the central axis of the connecting rod, and the connecting plates are arranged in the shape of triangular prisms.

[0009] Preferably, slots are evenly opened on the outer side of the connecting rod, and at least four groups of slots are arranged.

[0010] Preferably, screws are fixedly connected to both sides of the connecting rod, the screws are in threaded transmission connection with nuts, sliding grooves are opened inside the connecting plates, and the nuts are embedded in the sliding grooves.

[0011] Preferably, the connecting rod is in threaded connection with the two groups of connecting plates through the screws and the nuts, and the internal thread on the outer side of the screw is adapted to the external thread on the inner side of the sealing ring.

[0012] Preferably, a sealing ring is embedded on the inner wall of the sliding groove, and the sealing ring is sleeved on the connecting rod and is in sliding connection.

[0013] Preferably, a tongue grid control mechanism is arranged at the bottom end of the upper jaw, the tongue grid control mechanism includes a tongue grid connecting wire welded between the two groups of palatal arches, and tongue grids are evenly arranged at the front end of the tongue grid connecting wire.

[0014] Preferably, at least four groups of tongue grids are arranged, and the bottom ends of the tongue grids are spherical.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the present utility model:

[0016] 1. By designing the tension adjustment mechanism, the present utility model is beneficial to rotating the connecting rod to adjust the distance between the two groups of connecting plates, thereby adjusting the tightness of the two groups of buccal screens, which can not only stabilize the entire regulator, but also have an anchorage effect, preventing the occlusal rests from being deformed and broken due to the force of being squeezed by the buccal screens.

[0017] 2. By designing the tongue grid control mechanism in cooperation with the tension adjustment mechanism, the present utility model is beneficial to adjusting the arc of the tongue grid connecting wire, so that the adjustment angles of multiple groups of tongue grids adapt to different mouths, which is convenient to cooperate with the regulator for use, and is convenient to always remind and prevent the occurrence of bad habits such as tongue biting, abnormal swallowing and finger sucking, improve the influence of these habits on the normal growth and development of the dentofacial region, and through the spherical setting of the bottom ends of the tongue grids, avoid damaging the oral cavity. Description of the Drawings

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the present utility model or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the attached drawings required for the description of the embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the attached drawings in the following description are only those of the present utility model. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other attached drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.

[0019] Figure 1 Overall schematic diagram of a tongue grid combined functional regulator according to an embodiment of the present utility model Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 2 Overall schematic diagram of a tongue grid combined functional regulator according to an embodiment of the present utility model Figure 2 ;

[0021] Figure 3 Cross-sectional schematic diagram of the tightness adjustment mechanism of a tongue grid combined functional regulator according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 Exploded schematic diagram of the tightness adjustment mechanism of a tongue grid combined functional regulator according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] The markings in the figure are: 1, upper jaw; 2, lower jaw; 3, buccal screen; 4, jaw support; 5, palatal arch; 6, tongue grid connecting wire; 7, tongue grid; 8, connecting plate; 9, connecting rod; 10, slot; 11, screw; 12, nut; 13, sliding groove; 14, sealing ring; 15, double-curved labial arch; 16, lip bumper; 17, lip bumper connecting wire; 18, tongue arch. Detailed implementation manners

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of the present utility model clearer and more understandable, the following further details the present utility model in combination with specific embodiments.

[0025] It should be noted that unless otherwise defined, the technical terms or scientific terms used in the present utility model should have the ordinary meanings understood by those with ordinary skills in the field to which the present utility model belongs. The "first", "second" and similar terms used in the present utility model do not indicate any order, quantity or importance, but are only used to distinguish different components. The terms such as "including" or "comprising" mean that the elements or objects appearing before this word cover the elements or objects listed after this word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. The terms such as "connected" or "linked" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but may include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. The terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right" are only used to represent relative positional relationships, and when the absolute position of the object being described changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0026] As Figures 1 to 4 shown, a specific embodiment of the present utility model provides a tongue-grid combined functional regulator. The regulator includes buccal shields 3 disposed on both sides of the upper jaw 1 and the lower jaw 2. A tension adjustment mechanism is disposed between the two groups of buccal shields 3. The tension adjustment mechanism includes occlusal rests 4 disposed above four teeth of the upper jaw 1 and the lower jaw 2. The occlusal rests 4 are fixedly connected to the buccal shields 3. One ends of two groups of palatal arches 5 are fixedly connected to the upper parts of the two groups of buccal shields 3 respectively. The other ends of the two groups of palatal arches 5 are fixedly connected to a connecting plate 8. A connecting rod 9 connected by threads is disposed between the two groups of connecting plates 8. Among them, the lip bumper 16 is located between the outer side of the upper jaw 1 gingiva and the inner side of the lip and is separated from the gingiva, leaving a gap therebetween. The soft tissue therein is subjected to tensile stress, which can achieve the effect of stimulating the development of the maxilla. The lip bumper connecting wire is used to connect the buccal shield and the lip bumper and can be bent to adjust the position. The tongue arch 18 is located inside the anterior teeth of the upper jaw 1, can push the upper jaw 1 to grow outwards, and can adjust the position and curvature through the double-curved position. The buccal shield 3 is located outside the posterior teeth of the upper jaw 1 and the lower jaw 2, is separated from the upper jaw 1 and closely contacts the lower jaw 2, interacts with the lip bumper 16, effectively stimulates the development of the upper jaw 1, and inhibits the development of the lower jaw 2. The double-curved lip arch 15 is located outside the anterior teeth of the lower jaw 2, can effectively inhibit the development of the lower jaw 2, and can also adjust the tooth gap through the double-curved position of the double-curved lip arch 15. The buccal shield 3 and the lip bumper 16 are both made of resin material. The occlusal rests 4, the palatal arches 5, the double-curved lip arch 15, the lip bumper connecting wire 17, and the tongue arch 18 are all bent from steel wires.

[0027] Specifically, as Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown in the figure, two sets of connecting plates 8 are symmetrically arranged about the central axis of the connecting rod 9. The connecting plate 8 is set as a triangular prism shape. Slots 10 are evenly arranged on the outer side of the connecting rod 9. There are at least four groups of slots 10. Both sides of the connecting rod 9 are fixedly connected with screw rods 11. The screw rods 11 are in threaded transmission connection with nuts 12. A chute 13 is opened inside the connecting plate 8, and the nut 12 is embedded in the chute 13. The connecting rod 9 is in threaded connection with the two sets of connecting plates 8 through the screw rods 11 and the nuts 12. The internal thread on the outer side of the screw rod 11 is adapted to the external thread on the inner side of the sealing ring 14. The sealing ring 14 is embedded on the inner wall of the chute 13. The sealing ring 14 is sleeved on the connecting rod 9 and is in sliding connection. When wearing the regulator, first place the four jaw supports 4 above the four molar teeth of the upper jaw 1 and the lower jaw 2 respectively, and there is a gap between them, which can not only open the occlusion and promote tooth growth, but also stabilize the position of the regulator in the oral cavity. Then insert the round end of the external plug rod into the slot 10 opened on the connecting rod 9. Then, because there are at least four groups of slots 10, the plug rod drives the connecting rod 9 to rotate by replacing the inserted slot 10. Finally, because the screw rods 11 at both ends of the connecting rod 9 are in threaded connection with the nuts 12, and the nuts 12 are fixedly installed in the chutes 13 opened on the connecting plates 8, the connecting rod 9 drives the two sets of connecting plates 8 to move towards or away from each other, so that the two sets of connecting plates 8 adjust the distance between the two buccal screens 3 through the palatal arch 5, which is beneficial to rotating the connecting rod 9 to adjust the distance between the two sets of connecting plates 8, thereby adjusting the tightness of the two sets of buccal screens 3, which can not only stabilize the whole regulator, but also have an anchorage effect, preventing the jaw support 4 from being deformed and broken due to the force of being squeezed by the buccal screen 3.

[0028] Specifically, as Figure 1 and Figure 2 shown, a tongue grid regulating mechanism is arranged at the bottom end of the upper jaw 1. The tongue grid regulating mechanism includes a tongue grid connecting wire 6 welded between the two palatal arches 5. Tongue grids 7 are evenly arranged at the front end of the tongue grid connecting wire 6. There are at least four groups of tongue grids 7. The bottom end of the tongue grid 7 is spherical. Because the two ends of the tongue grid connecting wire 6 are respectively connected to the two palatal arches 5, the tension adjusting mechanism can preliminarily adjust the bending degree of the tongue grid connecting wire 6 through the palatal arch 5, and then bend the tongue grid connecting wire 6 to finely adjust the angles and positions of multiple tongue grids 7, which is beneficial to adjusting the radian of the tongue grid connecting wire 6, so that multiple tongue grids 7 adjust the angles to adapt to different oral cavities, which is convenient to cooperate with the regulator for use, and is convenient to always remind and prevent the occurrence of bad habits such as tongue biting, abnormal swallowing and finger sucking, improving the influence of these habits on the normal growth and development of the dentofacial region, and through the spherical setting of the bottom end of the tongue grid 7, avoiding damage to the oral cavity.

[0029] Working principle: The palatal arch 5 is often used in orthodontic appliances to provide additional anchorage or to traction the maxilla 1 bone to improve the position and relationship of the jaws. However, most of the existing palatal arches 5 are made by bending a wire with a bend in the middle. Since it is necessary to be able to adjust the tightness, not only can it be bent and adjusted, but also provide anchorage, which has extremely high requirements for the material and a relatively high breakage rate. The fracture of the palatal arch 5 may lead to the interruption of the orthodontic process or the need for frequent replacement, which is likely to cause oral accidents and increase the cost burden on patients. When wearing the regulator, first place the four jaw brackets 4 above the four plate teeth of the maxilla 1 and the mandible 2 respectively, and there should be a gap between them, which can not only open the occlusion and promote tooth growth, but also stabilize the position of the regulator in the oral cavity. Then insert the round end of the external rod into the slot 10 opened on the connecting rod 9. Next, because there are at least four groups of slots 10, the rod drives the connecting rod 9 to rotate by replacing and inserting different slots 10. Finally, because the screws 11 at both ends of the connecting rod 9 are threadedly connected with nuts 12, and the nuts 12 are fixedly installed in the sliding grooves 13 opened on the connecting plates 8, the connecting rod 9 drives the two connecting plates 8 to move towards or away from each other, so that the two connecting plates 8 adjust the distance between the two buccal screens 3 through the palatal arch 5;

[0030] The tongue grid 7 can effectively reduce the pressure of the tongue muscle on the anterior dental arch, compulsorily remove the adverse factors formed by the open bite, and restore the coordination and balance of the muscle pressure inside and outside the dental arch, which helps to reduce the vertical distance between the upper and lower anterior teeth and reduce the degree of open bite of the patient in a relatively short time. Since both ends of the tongue grid connecting wire 6 are respectively connected to the two palatal arches 5, the tightness adjustment mechanism can initially adjust the bending degree of the tongue grid connecting wire 6 through the palatal arch 5, and then bend the tongue grid connecting wire 6 to finely adjust the angles and positions of multiple tongue grids 7.

[0031] Those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that the discussion of any of the above embodiments is only exemplary, and is not intended to imply that the scope of the present invention (including the claims) is limited to these examples; under the idea of the present invention, the technical features in the above embodiments or different embodiments can also be combined, and the steps can be implemented in any order, and there are many other variations in different aspects of the present invention as described above, which are not provided in detail for the sake of brevity.

[0032] The present invention aims to cover all such substitutions, modifications and variations that fall within the broad scope of the appended claims. Therefore, any omissions, modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A tongue guard combined function regulator, the regulator comprising cheek guards (3) arranged on both sides of the upper jaw (1) and the lower jaw (2), a tension adjustment mechanism being arranged between the two groups of cheek guards (3), characterized in that: The tension adjustment mechanism comprises a jaw support (4) arranged above four teeth of the upper jaw (1) and the lower jaw (2); the jaw support (4) is fixedly connected to the cheek screen (3); the upper parts of the two groups of cheek screens (3) are fixedly connected to one end of two groups of palatal arches (5); the other ends of the two groups of palatal arches (5) are fixedly connected to a connecting plate (8); and a threaded connecting rod (9) is arranged between the two groups of connecting plates (8).

2. A tongue-grid combined function regulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two groups of connecting plates (8) are symmetrically arranged about the central axis of the connecting rod (9), and the connecting plates (8) are arranged in a triangular prism shape.

3. The tongue-grid combined function regulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: Slots (10) are evenly arranged on the outer side of the connecting rod (9), and at least four groups of the slots (10) are provided.

4. The tongue-grid combined function regulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: Screw rods (11) are fixedly connected to both sides of the connecting rod (9), and the screw rods (11) are threadedly connected to nuts (12). A sliding groove (13) is provided inside the connecting plate (8), and a nut (12) is embedded in the sliding groove (13).

5. The tongue-grid combined function regulator according to claim 4, characterized in that: The connecting rod (9) is threadedly connected to the two sets of connecting plates (8) via a screw rod (11) and a nut (12), and the internal thread on the outer side of the screw rod (11) is compatible with the external thread on the inner side of the sealing ring (14).

6. The tongue-grid combined function regulator according to claim 4, characterized in that: The inner wall of the slide groove (13) is inlaid with a sealing ring (14), and the sealing ring (14) is sleeved on the connecting rod (9) and is slidably connected.

7. The tongue-grid combined function regulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: A tongue-grid regulating mechanism is arranged at the bottom end of the upper jaw (1), and the tongue-grid regulating mechanism comprises a tongue-grid connecting wire (6) welded between two groups of palatal arches (5), and tongue grids (7) are evenly arranged at the front end of the tongue-grid connecting wire (6).

8. The tongue-grid combined function regulator according to claim 7, characterized in that: At least four groups of the tongue grilles (7) are provided, and the bottom ends of the tongue grilles (7) are spherical.

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