A device for obtaining an interdental clearance of a silicone dental aligner

Abstract

The application provides a device for obtaining the interdental clearance of a silica gel dental appliance, comprising an appliance body and a correction protrusion arranged on the appliance body. The correction protrusion comprises a root and a tip, the root is flat and is connected to the appliance body. The tip is made of silica gel, the tip can be inserted into the interdental space between two adjacent teeth, and the correction protrusion continuously applies lateral force to the teeth with the oral muscles to gradually expand the interdental space.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of orthodontic technology, specifically to a device for obtaining the interdental spacing of a silicone orthodontic appliance. Background Technology

[0002] In orthodontic treatment, it is often necessary to create tiny gaps between teeth to align them or place orthodontic appliances. Traditional methods include using separators, metal springs, interproximal aligners, or removable aligners with push springs. However, these methods have the following problems: separators can easily cause gum discomfort and require dentist manipulation; metal devices are detrimental to the aesthetics and comfort of clear aligners; and interproximal aligners are irreversible and can cause some damage to the teeth. Therefore, most current clear aligners rely on the deformation of the entire aligner to push the teeth, making it difficult to achieve precise, localized gaps.

[0003] Therefore, how to achieve precise and localized gaps by deforming and pushing teeth through the overall aligner in invisible aligners has become a problem that urgently needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance, in order to solve the problem in the prior art of how to achieve precise and localized gap acquisition by deforming and pushing the teeth through the overall deformation of the braces in invisible aligners.

[0005] This application provides a device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance, comprising: an appliance body and an orthodontic protrusion disposed on the appliance body; The orthodontic protrusion includes a root and a tip. The root of the orthodontic protrusion is flat and connected to the orthodontic appliance body. The tip of the orthodontic protrusion is made of silicone and can be inserted into the gap between two adjacent teeth. The orthodontic protrusion and the oral muscles continuously apply lateral force to the teeth to gradually open the gap.

[0006] Optionally, the root of the orthodontic protrusion is integrally formed with the body of the orthodontic appliance.

[0007] Optionally, the root of the orthodontic protrusion is connected to the orthodontic appliance body via a detachable structure.

[0008] Optionally, the detachable structure includes a snap-fit ​​connection structure or an adhesive connection structure.

[0009] Optionally, the corrective protrusion is configured as a hollow structure or a multi-layered silicone structure.

[0010] Optionally, a micro-spring or shape memory alloy wire is embedded inside the corrective protrusion.

[0011] Optionally, the raised surface of the corrective protrusion may be provided with an anti-slip texture or coating.

[0012] Optionally, the orthodontic protrusion is located on the occlusal pad portion of the orthodontic appliance body, on the inner side of the orthodontic appliance body, or on the occlusal surface of the orthodontic appliance body opposite to the teeth.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, this application has the following advantages: This application provides a device for obtaining interdental gaps using a silicone orthodontic appliance, comprising: an appliance body and an orthodontic protrusion disposed on the appliance body. The orthodontic protrusion includes a root and a tip. The root of the orthodontic protrusion is flattened and connected to the appliance body. The tip of the orthodontic protrusion is made of silicone and can be inserted into the gap between two adjacent teeth. The orthodontic protrusion 2, together with the oral muscles, continuously applies lateral force to the teeth to gradually widen the gap.

[0014] This application describes a device for obtaining interdental gaps in a silicone orthodontic appliance. This device utilizes orthodontic protrusions on the appliance body, each protruding a root and a tip, forming a silicone structure that is wider at the bottom than the top. These protrusions can flexibly and gradually widen the gaps, improving treatment comfort and precision. Furthermore, by integrating these flexible protrusions, minimally invasive, gradual, and controllable gap acquisition is achieved during treatment. Compared to traditional metal interdental appliances, this device offers greater comfort and aesthetics; compared to overall deformation and pushing methods, it provides greater local precision. The structure is simple, reliable, and easily compatible with existing orthodontic appliance production lines, demonstrating promising clinical application prospects. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0018] Figure label: 1. Orthodontic appliance body; 2. Orthodontic protrusion; 3. Root; 4. Tip. Detailed Implementation

[0019] Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a full understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of this application; therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0020] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0021] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0022] In orthodontic treatment, it is often necessary to create tiny gaps between teeth to align them or place orthodontic appliances. Traditional methods include using separators, metal springs, interproximal reduction (IPR), or removable aligners with push springs. However, these methods have the following problems: separators can easily cause gum discomfort and require dentist manipulation; metal devices are detrimental to the aesthetics and comfort of clear aligners; and interproximal reduction is irreversible and can cause some damage to the teeth. Therefore, most current clear aligners rely on the overall deformation of the aligner to push the teeth, making it difficult to achieve precise, localized gaps.

[0023] Accordingly, this application provides a device for obtaining interdental gaps using a silicone orthodontic appliance, comprising: an appliance body and an orthodontic protrusion disposed on the appliance body. The orthodontic protrusion includes a root and a tip. The root of the orthodontic protrusion is flattened and connected to the appliance body. The tip of the orthodontic protrusion is made of silicone and can be inserted into the gap between two adjacent teeth. The orthodontic protrusion 2, together with the oral muscles, continuously applies lateral force to the teeth to gradually widen the gap.

[0024] This application describes a device for obtaining interdental gaps in a silicone orthodontic appliance. This device utilizes orthodontic protrusions on the appliance body, each protruding a root and a tip, forming a silicone structure that is wider at the bottom than the top. These protrusions can flexibly and gradually widen the gaps, improving treatment comfort and precision. Furthermore, by integrating these flexible protrusions, minimally invasive, gradual, and controllable gap acquisition is achieved during treatment. Compared to traditional metal interdental appliances, this device offers greater comfort and aesthetics; compared to overall deformation and pushing methods, it provides greater local precision. The structure is simple, reliable, and easily compatible with existing orthodontic appliance production lines, demonstrating promising clinical application prospects.

[0025] Next, the device for obtaining interdental spacing in the silicone orthodontic appliance provided in this application will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0026] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this application provides a device for obtaining interdental gaps using a silicone orthodontic appliance, comprising: an appliance body 1 and an orthodontic protrusion 2 disposed on the appliance body 1. The orthodontic protrusion 2 includes a root 3 and a tip 4. The root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is flat and connected to the appliance body 1. The tip 4 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is made of silicone and can be inserted into the gap between two adjacent teeth. The orthodontic protrusion 2, together with the oral muscles, continuously applies lateral force to the teeth to gradually widen the gap.

[0027] Specifically, in this embodiment, the orthodontic appliance body 1 is made of silicone. The orthodontic appliance body 1 includes an upper alveolar body and a lower alveolar body. The orthodontic protrusion 2 includes a root 3 and a tip 4, wherein the root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is flattened and connected to the orthodontic appliance body 1. Flattening the root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 increases the connection area between the root 3 and the orthodontic appliance body 1, thereby increasing the stability of the connection. The tip 4 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is made of silicone and can be inserted into the gap between two adjacent teeth. In one example, the root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is wide to facilitate fusion with the orthodontic appliance body 1 and ensure structural strength. The root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is made of silicone, and the tip 4 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is designed to be pointed, so that the orthodontic protrusion 2 forms a silicone structure that is smaller at the top and larger at the bottom. The orthodontic protrusion 2 can flexibly and gradually open the gaps between teeth, improving the comfort and accuracy of orthodontic treatment. In addition, the entire orthodontic protrusion 2 is made of the same silicone as the orthodontic appliance, so that the orthodontic protrusion 2 and the appliance body 1 have good elasticity and biocompatibility.

[0028] In this embodiment, the orthodontic protrusion 2 is located on the occlusal pad of the orthodontic appliance body 1, on the inner side of the orthodontic appliance body 1, or on the occlusal surface of the opposing teeth. Specifically, the orthodontic protrusion 2 is integrally formed on the occlusal pad of the orthodontic appliance body 1. This orthodontic protrusion 2 has a cone-shaped structure, wider at the bottom and narrower at the top. The tip 4 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 can be inserted between two adjacent teeth. Through long-term wear, the orthodontic protrusion 2 continuously applies lateral force to the teeth under the action of biting and oral muscles, gradually widening the gaps between the teeth.

[0029] In another example, the placement and shape of the orthodontic protrusion 2 on the main body of the appliance can be customized to suit different tooth positions and space requirements.

[0030] Furthermore, in one example, the root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is integrally formed with the body 1 of the orthodontic appliance. That is, the root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 and the body 1 of the orthodontic appliance are made of the same material, and the root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 and the body 1 are integrally formed through a molding process. This integral molding of the orthodontic protrusion 2 with the main body of the orthodontic appliance prevents the orthodontic protrusion 2 from falling off and ensures comfort.

[0031] In one example, the root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is connected to the orthodontic appliance body 1 via a detachable structure. Specifically, in one example, the detachable structure includes a snap-fit ​​connection structure, which comprises a slot and a snap-fit ​​protrusion. The slot is located at the root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2, and correspondingly, the snap-fit ​​protrusion is located at the root 3 of the orthodontic appliance body 1, engaging with the slot to achieve a detachable connection between the root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 and the orthodontic appliance body 1. Alternatively, in one example, the slot is located at the root 3 of the orthodontic appliance body 1, and the snap-fit ​​protrusion engages with the slot.

[0032] In one example, the detachable structure includes an adhesive connection structure, specifically, the adhesive connection structure includes glue and a glue sheet structure.

[0033] In this embodiment, the orthodontic protrusion 2 is configured as a hollow structure or a multi-layered silicone structure, which allows for adjustment of the elastic modulus of the orthodontic protrusion 2. For example, when the orthodontic protrusion 2 is a multi-layered silicone structure, it can be configured with 3 layers as needed, resulting in increased spacing between the teeth after a period of time. Then, the multi-layered silicone structure can be configured with 5 layers as needed, and a new orthodontic protrusion 2 can be replaced using a detachable structure, thus allowing for adjustment of the elastic modulus of the orthodontic protrusion 2 according to real-time requirements.

[0034] In this embodiment, a micro spring or shape memory alloy wire is embedded inside the orthopedic protrusion 2 to enhance the resilience of the orthopedic protrusion 2.

[0035] In this embodiment, the protruding surface of the orthodontic protrusion 2 may be provided with an anti-slip texture or coating to enhance the friction between the orthodontic protrusion 2 and the teeth.

[0036] This application provides a device for obtaining interdental gaps using a silicone orthodontic appliance, comprising: an appliance body 1 and an orthodontic protrusion 2 disposed on the appliance body 1. The orthodontic protrusion 2 includes a root 3 and a tip 4. The root 3 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is flattened and connected to the appliance body 1. The tip 4 of the orthodontic protrusion 2 is made of silicone and can be inserted into the gap between two adjacent teeth. The orthodontic protrusion 2, together with the oral muscles, continuously applies lateral force to the teeth to gradually widen the gap.

[0037] This application provides a device for obtaining interdental gaps in silicone orthodontic appliances. By incorporating orthodontic protrusions 2 on the appliance body 1, each protrusion including a root 3 and a tip 4, a silicone structure that is smaller at the top and larger at the bottom is formed. These protrusions 2 can flexibly and gradually widen the gaps, improving orthodontic comfort and precision. Furthermore, by integrating the flexible protrusions 2, minimally invasive, gradual, and controllable acquisition of interdental gaps is achieved during treatment. Compared to traditional metal interdental appliances, this method offers greater comfort and aesthetics; compared to overall deformation and pushing methods, it provides greater local precision. The structure is simple, reliable, and easily compatible with existing orthodontic appliance production lines, demonstrating promising clinical application prospects.

[0038] It should be noted that although several structures, components, or units for implementing the relevant functions have been mentioned in the detailed description above, this division is not mandatory. In fact, according to the specific embodiments of this application, the features and functions of two or more structures, components, or units described above can be embodied in one structure, component, or unit. Conversely, the features and functions of one structure, component, or unit described above can be further divided and embodied by multiple components, structures, or units.

[0039] Furthermore, although the various components of the components or apparatus in this application and the mounting arrangements between them are described in a specific order in the accompanying drawings, this does not require or imply that the components or apparatus must be designed according to that specific component or mounting arrangement, or that all the components shown must be included to achieve the desired result. Additional or alternative components may be omitted, multiple components may be combined into one component to achieve the corresponding function, and / or a component may be decomposed into multiple components to achieve the corresponding function, etc.

[0040] Although this application discloses preferred embodiments as described above, it is not intended to limit this application. Any person skilled in the art can make possible changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope defined in the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A device for obtaining interdental spacing in silicone orthodontic appliances, comprising: The orthodontic appliance body is characterized in that it further includes: an orthodontic protrusion disposed on the orthodontic appliance body; The orthodontic protrusion includes a root and a tip. The root of the orthodontic protrusion is flat and connected to the orthodontic appliance body. The tip of the orthodontic protrusion is made of silicone and can be inserted into the gap between two adjacent teeth. The orthodontic protrusion and the oral muscles continuously apply lateral force to the teeth to gradually open the gap.

2. The device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The root of the corrective protrusion is integrally formed with the body of the orthodontic appliance.

3. The device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The root of the corrective protrusion is connected to the body of the orthodontic appliance via a detachable structure.

4. The device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance according to claim 3, characterized in that, The detachable structure includes a snap-fit ​​connection structure or an adhesive connection structure.

5. The device for obtaining the interdental gap of a silicone orthodontic appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The corrective protrusion is configured as a hollow structure or a multi-layered silicone structure.

6. The device for obtaining interdental spacing in silicone orthodontic appliances according to claim 5, characterized in that, The corrective protrusion has a tiny spring or shape memory alloy wire embedded inside.

7. The device for obtaining interdental spacing in silicone orthodontic appliances according to claim 1, characterized in that, The raised surface of the corrective protrusion may be provided with an anti-slip texture or coating.

8. The device for obtaining interdental spacing in silicone orthodontic appliances according to claim 1, characterized in that, The corrective protrusion is located on the occlusal pad of the orthodontic appliance body, on the inner side of the orthodontic appliance body, or on the occlusal surface of the opposite tooth of the orthodontic appliance body.

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