Indirect Bonding Tray Integrating Bite Turbos
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional indirect bonding trays in orthodontics are limited in transferring orthodontic brackets, bite turbos, and auxiliaries efficiently, as they typically require direct bonding and extensive chair time, especially for bite turbos which are not easily integrated into the existing tray systems.
Innovation Solution
The development of an indirect bonding tray with customizable wells for orthodontic brackets, bite turbos, and auxiliaries, including pre-fabricated and moldable materials, which can be digitally designed and 3D printed, allowing for efficient transfer and placement on any tooth surface, and incorporating bite turbos for functional tooth movement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional indirect bonding trays are used to transfer orthodontic brackets and auxiliaries, then the bonding process can be performed, but bite turbos cannot be easily integrated and extensive chair time is required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple orthodontic components (brackets, bite turbos, and auxiliaries) into a single integrated indirect bonding tray system. The tray includes multiple wells that can simultaneously hold different types of orthodontic components, allowing all to be transferred and bonded in one appointment rather than requiring separate procedures for brackets and bite turbos.
Solution Approach 2:
The indirect bonding tray allows orthodontic components to be pre-positioned and tested on a model before actual bonding. Bite turbos can be fabricated and fitted in advance, and the tray itself can be customized beforehand to accommodate specific patient needs, reducing chair time during the actual bonding appointment.
2Productivity
If direct bonding is used for orthodontic components, then placement can be performed, but the process is time-consuming and less efficient
Solution Approach 1:
The indirect bonding tray enables all orthodontic components to be pre-positioned, tested for fit, and prepared for bonding before the actual bonding appointment. This preliminary arrangement of brackets, bite turbos, and auxiliaries in the tray allows for efficient transfer to the patient's teeth without requiring time-consuming direct bonding procedures during the appointment.
Solution Approach 2:
The indirect bonding tray creates a replica or copy of the final desired arrangement on a model. This copy can be tested and adjusted before the actual bonding, allowing the clinician to transfer the pre-planned configuration directly to the patient's teeth without requiring complex direct bonding procedures.
3Adaptability or versatility
If standardized indirect bonding trays are used, then manufacturing is simple, but customization for different tooth surfaces and component types is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The indirect bonding tray is designed as a universal system that can accommodate multiple types of orthodontic components (brackets, bite turbos, auxiliaries) and can be used on different tooth surfaces (buccal, lingual, occlusal). The tray includes multiple wells that can be configured to hold different component types, making it a multi-functional tool that replaces multiple specialized trays.
Solution Approach 2:
The tray system allows for customization of various parameters including well size, well shape, number of wells, and tray geometry to accommodate different patient needs and component types. The ability to modify these parameters enables the tray to be adapted for different tooth surfaces and component configurations while maintaining a standardized base design.
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AI summary
An orthodontic indirect bonding tray that may transfer orthodontic brackets, bite turbo, and/or orthodontic auxiliaries is disclosed. The indirect bonding tray may be digitally designed and 3D printed or fabricated based on a bonding model. The indirect bonding tray may transfer the orthodontic brackets, bite turbos, and orthodontic auxiliaries to any tooth surface. The indirect bonding tray may be designed to transfer bite turbos that vary in size, shape, and the amount of bite opening or functional correction.