A sliding connection interface for use between an oral mouth opener and an oral monitoring unit

Abstract

This utility model discloses a slidable connection interface for use between an oral mouth opener and an oral monitoring host, comprising: a connection interface shell, the upper part of which is connected to the oral mouth opener; a connection interface liner, installed inside the connection interface shell; a reciprocating assembly, installed on the connection interface liner, the reciprocating assembly including at least one reciprocating guide rail and at least one spring section disposed on the reciprocating guide rail; a reciprocating assembly fixing structure, the reciprocating guide rail passing through a guide groove provided on the reciprocating assembly fixing structure and fixed to the connection interface liner; the reciprocating assembly fixing structure is fixed to a metal heat dissipation base of the oral monitoring host, and the oral monitoring host slides relative to the oral mouth opener through the reciprocating assembly. Compared with the prior art, this utility model increases the shooting angle through a slidable design, achieves automatic return of the spring assembly, and meets the protection requirements with an insulating lens. Its ingenious structure effectively improves the ease of operation, imaging range, and overall reliability of the oral monitoring equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of oral monitoring and dental photography technology, and in particular to a sliding connection interface used between an oral mouth opener and an oral monitoring host. Background Technology

[0002] During dental treatment and oral health monitoring, dental professionals need to observe patients' teeth to assess treatment effectiveness or identify potential problems. Patients are typically required to return to the clinic regularly during treatment, and professionals observe their teeth to determine if the treatment has achieved the desired results. If the actual treatment outcome deviates significantly from the treatment plan, professionals may need to adjust the subsequent treatment accordingly. After treatment, due to various reasons, the condition of a patient's teeth may change, thus deviating from the expected outcome. To promptly detect and correct such deviations, dental professionals need to conduct regular dental checkups.

[0003] To reduce the number of patient follow-up visits, devices have emerged that allow patients to take their own dental photos. This allows patients to take photos of their teeth anytime, anywhere for dental professionals to examine, effectively reducing the number of follow-up visits and bringing convenience to patients.

[0004] For ease of observation, oral monitoring devices are usually used. These devices generally consist of an oral mouth opener and a camera (oral monitoring host). The camera is used to provide oral lighting and image acquisition, while the mouth opener is used to open the patient's lip and cheek mucosa.

[0005] Currently, most commercially available oral monitoring devices use a fixed interface between the mouth opener and the main monitoring unit. This fixed interface has significant shortcomings in practical use: when it's necessary to photograph the labial or buccal sides of teeth at specific angles, the limited range of motion (i.e., angular travel) of the main unit is due to the connection method. For example, clinically, a shooting angle of over 70 degrees between the camera lens and the lateral plane of the tooth is often required for clear observation of the target area, but a fixed interface often cannot meet these large-angle shooting needs, leading to operational difficulties and even affecting observation results and diagnostic accuracy.

[0006] Therefore, the industry urgently needs a better way to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0007] In view of this, the present invention proposes a sliding connection interface for use between an oral mouth opener and an oral monitoring host, which can provide a larger angle stroke, more convenient operation, and meet the relevant requirements of medical devices. The technical solution of the present invention is as follows: A sliding connection interface for use between an oral mouth opener and an oral monitoring unit includes: A connecting interface housing, the upper part of which is connected to the opening device; The connection interface liner is installed inside the connection interface housing; A reciprocating assembly is installed on the inner liner of the connection interface. The reciprocating assembly includes at least one reciprocating guide rail and at least one spring disposed on the reciprocating guide rail. A reciprocating component fixing structure, wherein the reciprocating guide rail passes through a guide groove provided on the reciprocating component fixing structure and is fixed to the inner liner of the connection interface; The reciprocating component fixing structure is fixed to the oral cavity monitoring host, and the oral cavity monitoring host slides relative to the mouth opener through the reciprocating component.

[0008] Specifically, the reciprocating component fixing structure is fixed to the metal heat dissipation base of the oral cavity monitoring host.

[0009] Specifically, it also includes an insulating transparent lens, which is disposed between the reciprocating assembly fixing structure and the metal heat dissipation base.

[0010] Specifically, the reciprocating component fixing structure has a protrusion on each side of its symmetrical edge, and each protrusion includes a guide groove inside. The reciprocating guide rail passes through the guide groove and is fixed to the inner liner of the connection interface.

[0011] Specifically, the reciprocating components include a first reciprocating component and a second reciprocating component, which are symmetrically arranged inside the connection interface.

[0012] Specifically, the reciprocating guide rail includes a first reciprocating guide rail and a second reciprocating guide rail, both of which are made of metal.

[0013] Specifically, the spring is provided in two sections on each of the reciprocating guide rails, and the spring includes a first spring and a second spring, which are respectively located on both sides of the guide groove.

[0014] Specifically, the upper half of the connecting interface housing is provided with a cavity for inserting the opening device, and the opening device is fixed in the cavity by means of a buckle, screw or magnetic attraction.

[0015] Specifically, the central region of the reciprocating component fixing structure is provided with a cavity.

[0016] Specifically, the cavity includes an elliptical structure, a circular structure, a polygonal structure, or a prismatic structure.

[0017] Specifically, a lighting panel is mounted on the metal heat sink base.

[0018] The specific advantages of this invention are as follows: 1. Increased Shooting Angle and Enhanced Clinical Observation Range: This invention features a sliding connection interface between the mouth opener and the oral monitoring unit, and specifically utilizes a guide rail design of a reciprocating component, allowing the oral monitoring unit (camera section) to slide laterally relative to the mouth opener. This effectively increases the maximum effective shooting angle when shooting areas such as the left and right labial sides of the oral cavity. For example, when shooting the leftmost or rightmost labial side of the oral cavity, the camera can move further along the guide rail to the corresponding side, thereby obtaining a wider field of view and meeting the clinical need for wide-angle shooting.

[0019] 2. Meets medical electromagnetic compatibility regulations, enhancing equipment safety: This utility model innovatively adds an insulating transparent lens between the reciprocating component fixing structure and the metal heat dissipation base, forming a unique... The unique "sandwich structure" effectively achieves electrical isolation, meeting the electromagnetic compatibility regulations for medical products (especially oral devices that come into contact with the human body), particularly the ESD (electrostatic discharge) testing requirements, thus improving the stability and safety of the equipment in complex electromagnetic environments.

[0020] 3. Effectively isolates moisture, protects internal components, and extends service life: The insulating transparent lens 9 also acts as a seal, effectively isolating the internal electronic components of the host from the humid oral environment. It can prevent moisture, saliva, etc. from entering the oral monitoring host, avoiding corrosion or damage to precision electronic components, thereby extending the service life of the equipment and ensuring its reliability.

[0021] 4. Automatic return function enhances operational convenience: The sliding connection interface in this invention, through the spring design in the reciprocating component, can automatically return to the midpoint of its sliding stroke after the external force is removed during the sliding process. This function simplifies the operation steps, reduces the need for manual reset by the operator, and improves the convenience and efficiency of clinical use. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only one embodiment of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the oral monitoring device in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the sliding connection interface structure of the oral monitoring instrument in this embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the reciprocating component after assembly in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the sliding connection interface before it slides left and right (i.e., when it is at the midpoint or origin) in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the working state of the sliding connection interface in this embodiment of the present invention, where the interface slides left and right to its maximum travel.

[0028] The meanings of the reference numerals in the above figures are as follows: 1. Sliding connection interface; 2. Mouth opener; 3. Oral cavity monitoring main unit; 4. Connecting interface housing; 5. Connecting interface liner; 6. First reciprocating component; 6-1. First reciprocating guide rail; 6-2, First spring; 7. Second reciprocating component; 7-1. Second reciprocating guide rail; 7-2, The second spring; 8. Fixed structure for reciprocating components; 9. Insulating transparent lens; 10. Metal heat dissipation base; 11. Lighting board. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solution of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the embodiments and accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0030] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this invention have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains; the terminology used in the detailed description is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the invention; the terms “comprising” and “having” and any variations thereof in the specification, claims and foregoing description of the invention are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0031] In the description of the specific embodiments of this utility model, technical terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number, specific order, or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly defined.

[0032] In this invention, the reference to "embodiment" means that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this invention. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described in this invention can be combined with other embodiments.

[0033] In the description of this utility model embodiment, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. Additionally, in this utility model, the character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0034] It should be noted that, for ease of description, all identical technical features are labeled with the same symbols in the following embodiments.

[0035] During dental treatment and oral health monitoring, dental professionals need to observe patients' teeth to assess treatment effectiveness or identify potential problems. Patients are typically required to return to the clinic regularly during treatment, and professionals observe their teeth to determine if the treatment has achieved the desired results. If the actual treatment outcome deviates significantly from the treatment plan, professionals may need to adjust the subsequent treatment accordingly. After treatment, due to various reasons, the condition of a patient's teeth may change, thus deviating from the expected outcome. To promptly detect and correct such deviations, dental professionals need to conduct regular dental checkups.

[0036] To reduce the number of patient follow-up visits, devices have emerged that allow patients to take their own dental photos. This allows patients to take photos of their teeth anytime, anywhere for dental professionals to examine, effectively reducing the number of follow-up visits and bringing convenience to patients.

[0037] For ease of observation, oral monitoring devices are usually used. These devices generally consist of an oral mouth opener and a camera (oral monitoring host). The camera is used to provide oral lighting and image acquisition, while the mouth opener is used to open the patient's lip and cheek mucosa.

[0038] Currently, most commercially available oral monitoring devices use a fixed interface between the mouth opener and the main monitoring unit. This fixed interface has significant shortcomings in practical use: when it's necessary to photograph the labial or buccal sides of teeth at specific angles, the limited range of motion (i.e., angular travel) of the main unit is due to the connection method. For example, clinically, a shooting angle of over 70 degrees between the camera lens and the lateral plane of the tooth is often required for clear observation of the target area, but a fixed interface often cannot meet these large-angle shooting needs, leading to operational difficulties and even affecting the observation results and diagnostic accuracy.

[0039] Therefore, the industry urgently needs a better way to solve the above problems.

[0040] In view of this, the present invention proposes a sliding connection interface for use between an oral mouth opener and an oral monitoring host, which can provide a larger angle stroke, more convenient operation, and meet the relevant requirements of medical devices. The technical solution of the present invention is shown in the embodiment: Example

[0041] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 This utility model provides a sliding connection interface 1 for use between an oral mouth opener 2 and an oral monitoring host 3. The core purpose of this interface 1 is to allow the oral monitoring host 3 to slide laterally within a certain range relative to the oral mouth opener 2 to increase the shooting angle, and it has automatic return, ESD protection and water vapor protection functions.

[0042] Interface 1 includes a connecting interface housing 4, a connecting interface liner 5, a first reciprocating assembly 6 and a second reciprocating assembly 7, a reciprocating assembly fixing structure 8, and an optional but preferred insulating transparent lens 9. Interface 1 is ultimately fixed to a metal heat dissipation base 10 inside the oral monitoring host 3 via the reciprocating assembly fixing structure 8 and the lens 9. A lighting panel 11 for illumination is also mounted on the metal heat dissipation base 10.

[0043] Specifically, the connection interface housing 4, as shown... Figure 2 As shown, the upper half of the housing has a cavity, preferably an elliptical structure, for accommodating and fixing the opening device 2. After the opening device 2 is inserted into the cavity, it can be fixed to the housing 4 by means of clips, screws, or magnets. The lower half of the housing 4 is used to accommodate the connecting interface liner 5 and internal components. The connecting interface liner 5 is installed inside the lower half of the connecting interface housing 4 and can also be fixed by means of clips, screws, or magnets. The main function of the connecting interface liner 5 is to serve as a mounting base for the first reciprocating component 6 and the second reciprocating component 7.

[0044] In this embodiment, the first reciprocating component 6 and the second reciprocating component 7 are key to achieving sliding and automatic return. Each reciprocating component, such as the first reciprocating component 6, includes a first reciprocating guide rail 6-1 and a first spring 6-2 disposed at both ends of the guide rail.

[0045] In one feasible implementation, the first reciprocating guide rail 6-1 and the second reciprocating guide rail 7-1 are preferably made of metal materials such as stainless steel or aluminum alloy to ensure their strength, wear resistance, and smooth sliding. Of course, suitable engineering plastics can also be selected according to cost and performance requirements. The first spring 6-2 and the second spring 7-2 provide restoring force.

[0046] Specifically, the reciprocating component fixing structure 8 is as follows: Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the design includes a cavity in the middle to avoid obstructing the imaging and illumination light paths emitted from inside the oral cavity monitoring host 3. A protrusion is symmetrically located on both sides of the edge of the fixing structure 8, and each protrusion contains a guide groove. The first reciprocating guide rail 6-1 and the second reciprocating guide rail 7-1 pass through these guide grooves and are fixed to the inner liner 5 of the connecting interface. The first spring 6-2 and the second spring 7-2 on the first reciprocating guide rail 6-1 and the second reciprocating guide rail 7-1 are located on both sides of the corresponding guide grooves. This arrangement allows the springs to deform under force when the interface slides away from the midpoint, and to push the interface back to the midpoint after the external force is removed. Figure 4 The initial position is shown. The reciprocating component fixing structure 8 is also preferably made of metal to ensure the structural stability and sliding reliability of the guide groove, but plastic material that meets the requirements can also be selected.

[0047] To achieve ESD protection and prevent water vapor intrusion, an insulating transparent lens 9 is specifically provided in this embodiment. This lens 9 is installed between the reciprocating assembly fixing structure 8 and the metal heat dissipation base 10, forming a "sandwich" type isolation layer. The lens material can be selected from materials with good insulation and light transmittance, such as optical-grade glass or specific polymers.

[0048] The metal heat dissipation base 10 is part of the oral monitoring host 3. Its upper surface is used to fix the reciprocating component fixing structure 8 by means of screws or other methods, and a lens 9 is sandwiched in the middle. The base 10 also has a cavity in the middle for housing the optical lens inside the host. In addition, the illumination panel 11 is mounted on the metal base 10, and the metal material of the base helps to dissipate the heat generated by the illumination panel when it is working.

[0049] In this embodiment, the overall assembly and operation process is as follows: During assembly, firstly, the first reciprocating guide rails 6-1 and 7-1 of the first reciprocating assembly 6 and the second reciprocating assembly 7, along with the first spring 6-2 and the second spring 7-2, are installed into the corresponding guide grooves of the reciprocating assembly fixing structure 8; then, this assembly is installed and fixed onto the connecting interface liner 5 to form a shape as shown. Figure 3 The structure is shown; next, the assembly with the connection interface liner 5 is fixed to the metal heat sink base 10 of the oral monitoring host 3 through the insulating transparent lens 9; finally, the entire internal assembly is installed into the connection interface housing 4, and the liner 5 is fixed to the housing 4. The mouth opener 2 is connected to the upper part of the housing 4.

[0050] Specifically, at work, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, when it is necessary to adjust the shooting angle, the operator can push the interface 1 connected to the mouthpiece 2, so that the mouthpiece 2 can slide left and right relative to the main unit 3 along the first reciprocating guide rail 6-1 and the second reciprocating guide rail 7-1. Figure 4 This is the state before sliding (midpoint position). Figure 5 This is the state where the slide is at its maximum travel on one side. This sliding provides additional angular travel, meeting clinical needs such as imaging angles greater than 70 degrees on the labial side. During sliding, the spring is under force; when the external force disappears, the spring force drives the interface to automatically return to its original position. Figure 4 The midpoint position is shown. Meanwhile, the insulating transparent lens 9 continuously provides ESD protection and water vapor barrier.

[0051] Through the ingenious structural design described above, this utility model effectively solves the four major technical problems raised in the background art, and achieves increased shooting angle, compliance with medical regulations, protection of internal components, and ease of operation.

[0052] It should be noted that the embodiments of this utility model are not limited to the above description. For example, the number of reciprocating components can be one or more; the shape of the cavity, the fixing method of each component such as buckles, screws, magnetic attraction, etc., and the specific material selection of the guide rail and fixing structure can all be adjusted and optimized without departing from the core concept of this utility model.

Claims

1. A sliding connection interface for use between an oral cavity mouth opener and an oral monitoring host, characterized in that, The application relates to a mouth cavity monitoring device, which comprises the following parts: a connecting interface shell, the upper part of which is connected with the mouth cavity opening device; a connecting interface lining, which is installed inside the connecting interface shell; a reciprocating assembly, which is installed on the connecting interface lining, and comprises at least one reciprocating guide rail and at least one spring arranged on the reciprocating guide rail; a reciprocating assembly fixing structure, through which the reciprocating guide rail is fixed on the connecting interface lining; the reciprocating assembly fixing structure is fixed on the mouth cavity monitoring host, and the mouth cavity monitoring host slides relative to the mouth cavity opening device through the reciprocating assembly.

2. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 1, wherein The reciprocating assembly fixing structure is fixed on a metal heat dissipation base of the mouth cavity monitoring host.

3. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 2, wherein, The application further comprises an insulating transparent lens, which is arranged between the reciprocating assembly fixing structure and the metal heat dissipation base.

4. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 1, wherein, The reciprocating assembly fixing structure is provided with a protrusion on each of the two symmetrical edges, and each protrusion is internally provided with a guide slot, through which the reciprocating guide rail is fixed on the connecting interface lining.

5. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 3, wherein, The reciprocating assembly comprises a first reciprocating assembly and a second reciprocating assembly, which are symmetrically arranged on the connecting interface lining.

6. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 3, wherein, The reciprocating guide rail comprises a first reciprocating guide rail and a second reciprocating guide rail, and is made of metal.

7. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 3, wherein, The spring is provided with two sections on the reciprocating guide rail, and the spring comprises a first spring and a second spring, which are arranged on the two sides of the guide slot respectively.

8. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 1, wherein, The upper half of the connecting interface shell is provided with a cavity for inserting the mouth cavity opening device, and the mouth cavity opening device is fixed in the cavity through buckling, screwing or magnetic attraction.

9. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 1, wherein, The central region of the reciprocating assembly fixing structure is provided with a cavity.

10. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 9, wherein, The cavity comprises an elliptical structure, a circular structure, a polygonal structure or a prismatic structure.

11. A slidable connection interface for use between an oral speculum and an oral monitoring host, according to claim 2, wherein, The metal heat dissipation base is provided with a lighting plate.

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