Water drop bracket

By designing the bracket base and fixing components of the water drop bracket, combined with the smooth and round bracket body, the problems of failure, falling off and cleaning of self-locking brackets are solved, the precise transmission of correction force and improved comfort are achieved, and the operation and cleaning process are simplified.

CN223336228UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-16韩迎星 +1
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421971363.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-14
Publication Date
2025-09-16
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-14

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Technical Problem

Existing self-ligating brackets have the risk of bracket cover failure or falling off, are complex in structure, cumbersome to operate, and are inconvenient to clean, affecting the appearance and oral hygiene.

Method used

A teardrop bracket was designed, which uses a bracket base and a bracket body, combined with a fixing component including a handle, a gear, a tooth ruler, a connecting block and a limit block. By precisely fixing and adjusting the arch wire, the bracket body adopts a smooth and rounded teardrop shape, which reduces oral irritation, simplifies operation and facilitates cleaning.

Benefits of technology

It achieves accurate transmission of correction force, shortens the correction cycle, improves comfort and cleaning convenience, and enhances the stability of correction effect and oral hygiene.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of orthodontic instruments, and discloses a water drop bracket, which comprises a bracket bottom plate and a bracket main body, a plurality of bumps are arranged on the lower surface of the bracket bottom plate, the upper end of the bracket bottom plate is fixedly connected with the bracket main body, the lower end of the bracket main body is arranged in a plane shape, and an arch wire is accurately fixed and adjusted through a fixing component, so that the water drop bracket is convenient to use. The correction force can be accurately and stably transmitted to teeth. The accurate orthodontic force transmission mechanism is favorable for improving the orthodontic efficiency and shortening the orthodontic period, and the bracket main body adopts a smooth and round drop-shaped design, so that the stimulation and discomfort to the interior of an oral cavity are reduced, the wearing comfort of a patient is improved, and the orthodontic effect of the patient is improved. Multiple fixation of the arch wire is realized through tight fit of the bracket bottom plate and the teeth, fixation of the arch wire in the wire groove and accurate adjustment of the fixing assembly. By means of the design, it is guaranteed that the arch wire cannot move or fall off in the correcting process, and the stability of the correcting effect is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of dental orthodontic instruments, in particular to a water drop bracket. Background Art

[0002] Self-ligating brackets are a special device used in orthodontic treatment. They are fixed to the tooth surface by a special adhesive. This device is made of materials such as metal or ceramic and is mainly used to accommodate and fix orthodontic wires, thereby transmitting correction force to the teeth to achieve the purpose of tooth correction. Existing self-ligating brackets mainly use pins or other movable sliders to fix the arch wire in the bracket, without the need for ligature, which reduces the friction resistance between the arch wire and the bracket and shortens the correction cycle. However, existing self-ligating brackets have the risk of bracket cover failure and falling off, and the structure is relatively complex, which makes the correction operation cumbersome and difficult. In addition, due to its complex surface structure, food residues are often stuck inside, which affects the appearance and is not easy to clean. In order to solve the above problems, while improving the structure, simplifying its operation and facilitating its surface cleaning, we propose a water drop bracket. Utility Model Content

[0003] (1) Technical problems solved

[0004] In view of the deficiencies in the prior art, the present invention provides a water drop bracket to solve the above problems.

[0005] (2) Technical solution

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a water drop bracket, comprising a bracket base and a bracket body, wherein a plurality of protrusions are provided on the lower surface of the bracket base, the upper end of the bracket base is fixedly connected to the bracket body, and the lower end of the bracket body is provided in a planar shape, further comprising:

[0007] The fixing assembly is installed inside the bracket body and is used to fix the arch wire.

[0008] Preferably, the fixing assembly includes a handle, a gear, a tooth ruler, a connecting block and a limit block, the handle is movably mounted on the outer end of the bracket body, and one end of the handle extends to the interior of the bracket body, and the surface of the handle is fixedly connected to the gear, and the side end of the gear is engaged with the tooth ruler, and the other end of the tooth ruler is fixedly connected to the connecting block, and the other end of the connecting block is fixedly connected to the limit block.

[0009] Preferably, a wire groove is provided at the side end of the bracket body, and the limit block is installed inside the wire groove, and a round hole is provided at the outer end of the wire groove, and the handle is installed inside the round hole.

[0010] Preferably, a limit block is fixedly installed on the outer side of the surface of the handle, and a circular groove is provided at the center of the limit block, and a fixing bolt is installed inside the circular groove, and the upper end of the fixing bolt extends to the outer end of the bracket body.

[0011] Preferably, a limiting groove is provided on one end of the upper surface of the bracket body close to the handle, and a puzzle is installed inside the limiting groove, and the lower end of the puzzle is fixedly connected to the upper end of the tooth ruler.

[0012] Preferably, the upper ends of the blocks and the fixing bolts are flush with the surface of the bracket body, and the lower end of the bracket body is planar.

[0013] Preferably, the bracket body is in a smooth and rounded teardrop shape as a whole, and the jaw end surface of the bracket body is pointed and the gingival end surface is wide.

[0014] (3) Beneficial effects

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a water drop bracket with the following beneficial effects:

[0016] 1. The precise fixation and adjustment of the arch wire by the fixing component can ensure that the correction force is accurately and stably transmitted to the teeth. This precise correction force transmission mechanism helps to improve the correction efficiency and shorten the correction cycle. The bracket body adopts a smooth and rounded teardrop-shaped design, which reduces irritation and discomfort inside the mouth and improves the patient's wearing comfort. The multiple fixations of the arch wire are achieved through the close fit of the bracket base and the teeth, the fixation of the arch wire in the wire slot and the precise adjustment of the fixing component. This design ensures that the arch wire will not shift or fall off during the correction process, thereby improving the stability of the correction effect.

[0017] 2. The structure of the device is relatively simple and easy for patients to clean and maintain on a daily basis. Patients can perform oral cleaning and care according to the doctor's instructions to maintain oral hygiene and health. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 It is a side view schematic diagram of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the fixing assembly of the present utility model.

[0021] In the figure: 1. bracket base plate; 2. bracket body; 3. protrusion; 4. handle; 5. gear; 6. tooth ruler; 7. connecting block; 8. limit block; 9. wire groove; 10. limit groove; 11. assembly block; 12. limit block; 13. fixing bolt. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0023] See also Figure 1-3 A teardrop bracket comprises a bracket base plate 1 and a bracket body 2. A plurality of protrusions 3 are arranged on the lower surface of the bracket base plate 1. The upper end of the bracket base plate 1 is fixedly connected to the bracket body 2. The lower end of the bracket body 2 is arranged in a planar shape. It also includes: a fixing component installed inside the bracket body 2, which is a structure for fixing the arch wire. The bracket base plate 1 fits tightly with the tooth surface through the plurality of protrusions 3 on its lower surface and is firmly adhered to the tooth using adhesive or other fixing methods. This design increases the contact area with the tooth and improves the stability and durability of the adhesion.

[0024] Furthermore, the fixing assembly includes a handle 4, a gear 5, a tooth ruler 6, a connecting block 7, and a limit block 8. The handle 4 is movably mounted on the outer end of the bracket body 2, and one end of the handle 4 extends into the interior of the bracket body 2. The surface of the handle 4 is fixedly connected to the gear 5, and the side end of the gear 5 is meshed with the tooth ruler 6. The other end of the tooth ruler 6 is fixedly connected to the connecting block 7, and the other end of the connecting block 7 is fixedly connected to the limit block 8. The archwire is a key component for transmitting correction force in orthodontics. It is fixed by the fixing assembly inside the bracket body 2. The archwire is placed in the wire groove 9, and the position and tension of the archwire are ensured to meet the correction requirements through adjustment of the fixing assembly.

[0025] Furthermore, a wire groove 9 is provided at the side end of the bracket body 2, and the limit block 8 is installed inside the wire groove 9, and a circular hole is provided at the outer end of the wire groove 9, and the handle 4 is installed inside the circular hole, installed at the outer end of the bracket body 2, and extends to the inside thereof, which provides a handle for operating the fixing assembly.

[0026] Furthermore, a limit block 12 is fixedly installed on the outer side of the surface of the handle 4, and a circular groove is provided at the center of the limit block 12, and a fixing bolt 13 is installed inside the circular groove, and the upper end of the fixing bolt 13 extends to the outer end of the bracket body 2. The limit block 12 is on the outer side of the surface of the bracket body 2, and a circular groove is provided inside for installing the fixing bolt 13.

[0027] Furthermore, a limit groove 10 is provided on the upper surface of the bracket body 2 near the handle 4, and a puzzle 11 is installed inside the limit groove 10, and the lower end of the puzzle 11 is fixedly connected to the upper end of the tooth ruler 6. The limit groove 10 is provided on the upper surface of the bracket body 2 near the handle 4, and the puzzle 11 is installed inside to limit the range of movement of the puzzle 11.

[0028] Furthermore, the upper ends of the piece 11 and the fixing bolt 13 remain flush with the surface of the bracket body 2, and the lower end of the bracket body 2 is planar, and the upper ends of the fixing bolt 13 and the piece 11 remain flush with the surface of the bracket body 2, reducing interference and discomfort inside the oral cavity.

[0029] Furthermore, the bracket body 2 as a whole is in a smooth and rounded teardrop shape, and the jaw end face of the bracket body 2 is sharp, and the gingival end face is wide. The bracket body 2 adopts a smooth and rounded teardrop-shaped design, which helps to reduce irritation and discomfort inside the oral cavity. At the same time, the design of the sharp jaw end face and the wide gingival end face also helps to improve stability and comfort.

[0030] Working principle: The bracket base plate 1 fits tightly with the tooth surface through multiple protrusions 3 on its lower surface, and is firmly adhered to the tooth using adhesive or other fixing methods. This design increases the contact area with the tooth and improves the stability and durability of the adhesion. The wire is a key component for transmitting correction force in orthodontics. It is fixed by the fixing assembly inside the bracket body 2. Specifically, the archwire is placed in the wire groove 9, and the position and tension of the archwire are ensured to meet the correction requirements by adjusting the fixing assembly. The transmission system of the entire fixing assembly is driven by rotating the handle 4. The rotation of the handle 4 drives the rotation of the gear 5, which then meshes with the tooth ruler 6. As the gear 5 rotates, the The tooth ruler 6 moves in the horizontal direction, and this movement is transmitted to the limit block 8 through the connecting block 7, so as to achieve fine adjustment of the arch wire position. The limit block 8 is installed inside the wire groove 9 and limits the position of the arch wire through a fixed connection with the connecting block 7. When the tooth ruler 6 and the connecting block 7 move, the limit block 8 will adjust the position and tension of the arch wire accordingly. The bracket body 2 adopts a smooth and rounded teardrop shape, which helps to reduce irritation and discomfort inside the oral cavity. At the same time, the design of the pointed jaw end face and wide gum end face also helps to improve stability and comfort. The upper end of the fixing bolt 13 and the puzzle block 11 remain flush with the surface of the bracket body 2, reducing interference and discomfort inside the oral cavity.

[0031] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A water drop bracket, comprising a bracket base (1) and a bracket body (2), wherein a plurality of protrusions (3) are provided on the lower surface of the bracket base (1), the upper end of the bracket base (1) is fixedly connected to the bracket body (2), and the lower end of the bracket body (2) is provided in a planar shape, and further comprising: The fixing assembly is installed inside the bracket body (2) and is used to fix the arch wire.

2. The water drop bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing assembly comprises a handle (4), a gear (5), a tooth ruler (6), a connecting block (7) and a limiting block (8); the handle (4) is movably mounted on the outer end of the bracket body (2), and one end of the handle (4) extends into the interior of the bracket body (2); the surface of the handle (4) is fixedly connected to the gear (5), and the side end of the gear (5) is meshedly connected to the tooth ruler (6), and the other end of the tooth ruler (6) is fixedly connected to the connecting block (7), and the other end of the connecting block (7) is fixedly connected to the limiting block (8).

3. The water drop bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: A wire groove (9) is provided at the side end of the bracket body (2), and the limit block (8) is installed inside the wire groove (9). A circular hole is provided at the outer end of the wire groove (9), and the handle (4) is installed inside the circular hole.

4. The water drop bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: A limiting block (12) is fixedly installed on the outer side of the surface of the handle (4), and a circular groove is provided at the center of the limiting block (12), and a fixing bolt (13) is installed inside the circular groove, and the upper end of the fixing bolt (13) extends to the outer end of the bracket body (2).

5. The water drop bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: A limiting groove (10) is provided on the upper surface of the bracket body (2) near one end of the handle (4), and a piece (11) is installed inside the limiting groove (10), and the lower end of the piece (11) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the tooth ruler (6).

6. The water drop bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper ends of the blocks (11) and the fixing bolts (13) are kept flush with the surface of the bracket body (2), and the lower end of the bracket body (2) is flat.

7. The water drop bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket body (2) is in a smooth and rounded teardrop shape as a whole, and the bracket body (2) has a pointed jaw end face and a wide gingival end face.