Multipurpose dental ultrasonic probe
The multi-purpose dental ultrasonic probe addresses the lack of versatility in existing ultrasonic probes by operating in connected and autonomous modes, facilitating real-time imaging and analysis of dental issues, thus improving clinical efficiency.
JP2026524918APending Publication Date: 2026-07-24CARESTREAM DENTAL LLC +1
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Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CARESTREAM DENTAL LLC
- Filing Date
- 2024-07-10
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-24
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Technical Problem
Existing ultrasonic probes lack versatility in operating modes, limiting their effectiveness in various dental applications and requiring continuous improvement to adapt to diverse clinical situations.
Method used
A multi-purpose dental ultrasonic probe configured to operate in connected and autonomous modes, allowing for data generation, analysis, and communication with remote devices, enabling detection of gingival lesions and other issues using conventional or AI algorithms.
Benefits of technology
Enables flexible operation in different dental tasks by providing real-time imaging and analysis, enhancing clinical efficiency and adaptability through autonomous and connected modes.
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Abstract
The present invention provides a method for operating an ultrasonic probe comprising a processing unit, a transducer for emitting and receiving reflected ultrasonic signals, and a communication interface, wherein the ultrasonic probe is configured to operate in either connected mode or autonomous mode. When it is determined that autonomous mode will be used in the ultrasonic probe, data is generated from the ultrasonic signal, the generated data is analyzed, and the results of the analysis are provided. When it is determined that connected mode will be used in the ultrasonic probe, data is generated from the ultrasonic signal, the generated data is transmitted to another device, and this other device provides the results of the analysis of the transmitted data.
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