Tooth orthodontic appliance
By improving the assembly and disassembly components and fixing components of the orthodontic appliance, the problems of inconvenient installation of the limiting bar and bolt scratching were solved, achieving stable installation and comfortable wearing of the limiting bar.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423032528.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-09
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-02
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-09
AI Technical Summary
The existing orthodontic appliances have inconvenient installation of the limiting rods and protruding bolts that can easily cause oral scratches, and they are not very comfortable to wear.
The design employs both detachable and fixed components. Through the combination of mounting slots, mounting blocks, positioning slots, positioning rods, sleeve blocks, and springs, the limit rod can be easily installed and removed. The structure of sliding grooves, sliders, and locking blocks prevents the insert plate from protruding and scratching the oral cavity.
This design allows for stable installation and easy removal of the limiting rod, improving the comfort of wearing the orthodontic appliance and avoiding the risk of oral scratches.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of orthodontic technology, and specifically relates to an orthodontic appliance. Background Technology
[0002] Orthodontic treatment mainly uses various orthodontic appliances to adjust the coordination between facial bones, teeth, and nerves and muscles of the maxillofacial region. In other words, it adjusts abnormal relationships between the upper and lower jawbones, between the upper and lower teeth, between the teeth and the jawbone, and between the nerves and muscles that connect them. The ultimate goal of orthodontic treatment is to achieve balance, stability, and aesthetics of the stomatognathic system. Orthodontic appliances are required during the orthodontic treatment process.
[0003] Chinese patent application number 202222589708.8 discloses an orthodontic appliance comprising a steel bar, a fixing component inserted into the top of the steel bar, an adjusting component sleeved on one side of the steel bar surface, a positioning component fixedly connected to the other side of the steel bar surface, a pull ring sleeved on the top of the adjusting component, and a spring sleeved in the middle of the steel bar surface. This orthodontic appliance, through the arrangement of the steel bar, fixing component, adjusting component, positioning component, pull ring, and spring, allows the operator to fix the fixing component, adjusting component, and positioning component to the patient's teeth in appropriate positions, and then insert the steel bar into them. The steel bar is fixed in place by the action of a first insert plate and a second insert plate. The operation is simple and quick, and the fixation of the steel bar is more stable. The distance between the adjusting component and the positioning component can be adjusted by the action of the pull ring and the spring.
[0004] In the aforementioned patent, the limiting rod is installed on the top of the U-shaped block by thread engagement. After the orthodontic appliance is installed and fixed in the patient's mouth, the limiting rod cannot be disassembled or reassembled as needed, resulting in poor device performance. The insert plate is installed and fixed by bolt locking. Because the surface of the bolt protrudes, it will directly contact the patient's mouth, which can easily cause scratches and abrasions, resulting in low patient comfort. Utility Model Content
[0005] To address the problems mentioned in the background section, this invention provides an orthodontic appliance that is convenient to use and highly comfortable.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a dental orthodontic appliance, including a fixing plate, a U-shaped block connected to the side of the fixing plate, an insert plate embedded inside the U-shaped block, a fixing component inside the insert plate, two screws embedded at the top of the U-shaped block, a disassembly component at the top of the U-shaped block, a limit rod above the U-shaped block, a steel strip installed inside the U-shaped block, and a rectangular clamping plate on the side of the U-shaped block.
[0007] Preferably, the disassembly and assembly assembly includes an installation groove, an installation block, a positioning groove, a positioning rod, a sleeve block, a second spring, and an auxiliary component. The top of the U-shaped block has an installation groove, the bottom of the installation groove is connected to the positioning groove, the positioning rod is embedded inside the limiting rod, the surface of the positioning rod is covered with a sleeve block, the second spring is installed above the sleeve block, the bottom of the limiting rod is connected to the installation block, and the top of the limiting rod has an auxiliary component.
[0008] Preferably, the mounting groove has a T-shaped structure, and the surface of the mounting block fits tightly against the inner wall of the mounting groove.
[0009] Preferably, the auxiliary component includes a control block, a notch, and a groove, wherein the top of the limiting rod has a notch, the top of the positioning rod is connected to the control block, and the surface of the limiting rod has a groove, which is an annular structure.
[0010] Preferably, the fixing component includes a connecting block, a sliding groove, a spring, a slider, a locking block, and a locking slot. The insert plate has two sliding grooves inside, a spring is embedded inside the sliding groove, a slider is connected to the side of the spring, a locking block is connected to the side of the slider, two connecting blocks are connected to the top of the insert plate, and two locking slots are opened inside the U-shaped block.
[0011] Preferably, the slider has an L-shaped structure, and the locking block, connecting block and locking slot are all plug-in structures.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0013] 1. This utility model, by setting up a disassembly and assembly component, allows the mounting block to slide into the mounting groove. Then, under the elastic force of the two pairs of spring-loaded blocks, the positioning rod is inserted into the positioning groove, which can make the limiting rod securely installed and positioned. After the orthodontic appliance is installed and fixed in the oral cavity, it is also convenient to install and add the limiting rod. The installation operation is simple and the use effect is better.
[0014] 2. This utility model, by setting a fixing component, allows the connecting block to be inserted into the slot. Under the elastic force of the spring in the slot, the slider moves the block outward into the slot, thus securing the insert plate. Pressing the slider separates the block from the slot, allowing the insert plate to be removed. The control button slider is located on the side of the insert plate, preventing the protruding surface of the orthodontic appliance from scratching the oral cavity, thereby improving the wearing comfort of the device. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is the front view of the present invention;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a front view of the fixing plate of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a front view of the disassembly and assembly components of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a front view of the fixing component of this utility model.
[0019] In the diagram: 1. Rectangular plate; 2. Steel bar; 3. Insert plate; 4. Fixing component; 41. Connecting block; 42. Slide groove; 43. Spring 1; 44. Slider; 45. Locking block; 46. Locking groove; 5. U-shaped block; 6. Fixing plate; 7. Limiting rod; 8. Disassembly and assembly component; 81. Mounting groove; 82. Mounting block; 83. Positioning groove; 84. Positioning rod; 85. Sleeve block; 86. Spring 2; 87. Auxiliary component; 871. Control block; 872. Notch; 873. Groove; 9. Screw. Detailed Implementation
[0020] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0021] Example 1
[0022] Please see Figure 1-4 The present invention provides the following technical solution: a dental orthodontic appliance, including a fixing plate 6, a U-shaped block 5 connected to the side of the fixing plate 6, an insert plate 3 embedded inside the U-shaped block 5, a fixing component 4 opened inside the insert plate 3, two screws 9 embedded at the top of the U-shaped block 5, a disassembly component 8 opened at the top of the U-shaped block 5, a limit rod 7 provided above the U-shaped block 5, a steel strip 2 installed inside the U-shaped block 5, and a rectangular clamping plate 1 provided on the side of the U-shaped block 5.
[0023] Specifically, the assembly / disassembly component 8 includes an installation groove 81, an installation block 82, a positioning groove 83, a positioning rod 84, a sleeve block 85, a second spring 86, and an auxiliary component 87. The top of the U-shaped block 5 has an installation groove 81, and the bottom of the installation groove 81 is connected to the positioning groove 83. The positioning rod 84 is embedded inside the limiting rod 7, and the surface of the positioning rod 84 is fitted with a sleeve block 85. A second spring 86 is installed above the sleeve block 85. The bottom of the limiting rod 7 is connected to the installation block 82, and the top of the limiting rod 7 has an auxiliary component 87.
[0024] By adopting the above technical solution, the mounting block 82 is slid into the mounting groove 81, and then the positioning rod 84 is inserted into the positioning groove 83 under the elastic force of the spring 86 on the sleeve block 85, so that the limiting rod 7 can be installed and positioned firmly. After the orthodontic appliance is installed and fixed in the oral cavity, it is also convenient to install and add the limiting rod 7. The installation operation is simple and the use effect is better.
[0025] Specifically, the mounting groove 81 has a T-shaped structure, and the surface of the mounting block 82 fits tightly against the inner wall of the mounting groove 81.
[0026] By adopting the above technical solution, the surface of the mounting block 82 is closely fitted with the inner wall of the mounting groove 81, and the mounting groove 81 limits the mounting block 82 so that the limiting rod 7 can be installed firmly.
[0027] Specifically, the auxiliary component 87 includes a control block 871, a notch 872, and a groove 873. The top of the limiting rod 7 is provided with a notch 872, the top of the positioning rod 84 is connected to the control block 871, and the surface of the limiting rod 7 is provided with a groove 873, which has a circular structure.
[0028] By adopting the above technical solution, the notch 872 at the top of the limiting rod 7 facilitates the control block 871 to drive the positioning rod 84 to move upward and separate from the positioning groove 83, making it easier to disassemble the limiting rod 7. The annular groove 873 on the surface of the limiting rod 7 can better limit the pull ring and prevent it from falling off during use.
[0029] In this embodiment, the rectangular card plate 1 and the fixing plate 6 are respectively installed on the patient's teeth with special glue. Then, the steel strip 2 is inserted into the U-shaped block 5, and the insert plate 3 is inserted into the U-shaped block 5 to limit the steel strip 2. Then, the screw 9 is rotated to press and position the steel strip 2, so that the steel strip 2 can play an orthodontic role on the teeth. The mounting block 82 is slid into the mounting groove 81, and then, under the elastic force of the spring 86 on the sleeve block 85, the positioning rod 84 is inserted into the positioning groove 83, so that the limiting rod can be inserted. 7. The installation and positioning are firm. After the orthodontic appliance is installed and fixed in the oral cavity, it is also convenient to install and add the limiting bar 7. The installation and operation are simple and the use effect is better. The pull ring can pull the teeth for orthodontic treatment by being sleeved on the two limiting bars 7. The notch 872 at the top of the limiting bar 7 makes it easy to control the control block 871 to drive the positioning bar 84 to move upward and separate from the positioning groove 83, which makes it easier to disassemble the limiting bar 7. The annular groove 873 on the surface of the limiting bar 7 can better limit the pull ring and prevent it from falling off during use.
[0030] Example 2
[0031] The difference between this embodiment and embodiment 1 is that the fixing component 4 includes a connecting block 41, a sliding groove 42, a spring 43, a slider 44, a locking block 45, and a locking slot 46. The insert plate 3 has two sliding grooves 42 inside, and a spring 43 is embedded inside the sliding groove 42. The slider 44 is connected to the side of the spring 43, and the locking block 45 is connected to the side of the slider 44. The top of the insert plate 3 is connected to two connecting blocks 41, and the U-shaped block 5 has two locking slots 46 inside.
[0032] Specifically, the slider 44 has an L-shaped structure, and the locking block 45, connecting block 41 and locking slot 46 are all plug-in structures.
[0033] By adopting the above technical solution, after the connecting block 41 is inserted into the slot 46, under the elastic force of the spring 43 inside the slide groove 42, the slider 44 drives the card block 45 to move outward and insert into the slot 46, so that the insert plate 3 can be installed and fixed firmly. Pressing the slider 44 separates the card block 45 from the slot 46, so that the insert plate 3 can be removed. The control button slider 44 is on the side of the insert plate 3, which can avoid the surface of the orthodontic appliance protruding and causing scratches to the oral cavity, thereby making the wearing comfort of the device higher.
[0034] In this embodiment, after the connecting block 41 is inserted into the slot 46, under the elastic force of the spring 43 inside the slide groove 42, the slider 44 drives the card block 45 to move outward and insert into the slot 46, so that the insert plate 3 can be installed and fixed firmly. Pressing the slider 44 separates the card block 45 from the slot 46, so that the insert plate 3 can be removed. The control button slider 44 is on the side of the insert plate 3, which can prevent the surface of the orthodontic appliance from protruding and causing scratches to the oral cavity, thereby making the wearing comfort of the device higher.
[0035] The structure and working principle of the rectangular card plate 1, steel bar 2, insert plate 3, U-shaped block 5, fixing plate 6, limiting rod 7 and screw 9 in this utility model have been disclosed in Chinese patent application No. 202222589708.8, which discloses an orthodontic appliance. Its working principle is to install the rectangular card plate 1 and the fixing plate 6 on the patient's teeth with special glue, insert the steel bar 2 into the U-shaped block 5, and then insert the insert plate 3 into the U-shaped block 5 to limit the steel bar 2. Then, rotate the screw 9 to press and position the steel bar 2, so that the steel bar 2 can play an orthodontic role for the teeth.
[0036] The working principle and usage process of this utility model are as follows: When using this utility model, the rectangular card plate 1 and the fixing plate 6 are respectively installed on the patient's teeth using special glue. Then, the steel strip 2 is inserted into the U-shaped block 5, and the insert plate 3 is inserted into the U-shaped block 5 to limit the steel strip 2. After the connecting block 41 is inserted into the slot 46, under the elastic force of the spring 43 inside the slide groove 42, the slider 44 drives the card block 45 to move outward into the slot 46, thus securing the insert plate 3. Pressing the slider 44 separates the card block 45 from the slot 46, allowing the insert plate 3 to be removed. The control button slider 44 is located on the side of the insert plate 3 to prevent the surface of the orthodontic appliance from protruding and causing scratches to the oral cavity, thereby improving the wearing comfort of the device. Finally, rotating the screw 9 secures the steel strip 2... When the steel bar 2 is pressed and positioned, it can play an orthodontic role on the teeth. The mounting block 82 is slid into the mounting groove 81. Then, under the elastic force of the spring 86 on the sleeve block 85, the positioning rod 84 is inserted into the positioning groove 83, which can make the limiting rod 7 securely installed and positioned. After the appliance is installed and fixed in the oral cavity, it is also convenient to install and add the limiting rod 7. The installation operation is simple and the use effect is better. The pull ring can pull and correct the teeth by being sleeved on the two limiting rods 7. The notch 872 at the top of the limiting rod 7 makes it easy to control the control block 871 to drive the positioning rod 84 to move upward and separate from the positioning groove 83, which makes the limiting rod 7 easier to disassemble. The annular groove 873 on the surface of the limiting rod 7 can better limit the pull ring and prevent it from falling off during use.
[0037] Although 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 alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A dental orthodontic appliance, comprising a fixing plate (6), characterized in that: The side of the fixing plate (6) is connected to a U-shaped block (5), the inside of the U-shaped block (5) is embedded with a plate (3), the inside of the plate (3) is provided with a fixing component (4), the top of the U-shaped block (5) is embedded with two screws (9), the top of the U-shaped block (5) is provided with a disassembly component (8), the top of the U-shaped block (5) is provided with a limit rod (7), the inside of the U-shaped block (5) is installed with a steel strip (2), and the side of the U-shaped block (5) is provided with a rectangular card plate (1).
2. The orthodontic appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly / disassembly assembly (8) includes an installation groove (81), an installation block (82), a positioning groove (83), a positioning rod (84), a sleeve block (85), a second spring (86), and an auxiliary assembly (87). The top of the U-shaped block (5) is provided with an installation groove (81), the bottom of the installation groove (81) is connected to the positioning groove (83), the positioning rod (7) is embedded with a positioning rod (84), the surface of the positioning rod (84) is covered with a sleeve block (85), the second spring (86) is installed above the sleeve block (85), the bottom of the limiting rod (7) is connected to the installation block (82), and the top of the limiting rod (7) is provided with an auxiliary assembly (87).
3. The orthodontic appliance according to claim 2, characterized in that: The mounting groove (81) has a T-shaped structure, and the surface of the mounting block (82) is in close contact with the inner wall of the mounting groove (81).
4. The orthodontic appliance according to claim 2, characterized in that: The auxiliary component (87) includes a control block (871), a notch (872), and a groove (873). The top of the limiting rod (7) is provided with a notch (872), the top of the positioning rod (84) is connected to the control block (871), and the surface of the limiting rod (7) is provided with a groove (873), which has a circular structure.
5. The orthodontic appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing component (4) includes a connecting block (41), a sliding groove (42), a spring (43), a slider (44), a locking block (45), and a locking slot (46). The insert plate (3) has two sliding grooves (42) inside, and a spring (43) is embedded inside the sliding groove (42). The slider (44) is connected to the side of the spring (43), and the locking block (45) is connected to the side of the slider (44). The top of the insert plate (3) is connected to two connecting blocks (41), and the U-shaped block (5) has two locking slots (46) inside.
6. The orthodontic appliance according to claim 5, characterized in that: The slider (44) has an L-shaped structure, and the card block (45), the connecting block (41) and the card slot (46) are all plug-in structures.
Citation Information
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Tooth orthodontic appliance
CN218684758U