Orbital Implant with Hydrogel Thickness Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods fail to effectively reposition the eyeball to improve cosmetic appearance, particularly after loss of orbital fat due to aging or cosmetic surgery, as they cannot naturally replace the lost fat, leading to undesirable visual effects such as downward displacement of the eyeball.
Innovation Solution
An orbital implant device with adjustable thickness and angular sections, utilizing poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) material and a valve mechanism to control the application of aqueous fluid, allowing for multi-dimensional adjustment of the eyeball's position through elevation and forward movement, compensating for lost orbital fat.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If current methods are used to address orbital fat loss, then the procedure is simple, but the eyeball cannot be effectively repositioned to improve cosmetic appearance
Solution Approach 1:
The implant device is divided into multiple sections with different thicknesses (first section with first thickness, second section with second thickness) to provide multi-dimensional repositioning capability. This segmentation allows precise control over eyeball position in vertical and horizontal dimensions independently.
Solution Approach 2:
The implant device incorporates an intake mechanism that allows dynamic adjustment of the thickness of its sections after implantation. This enables the device to adapt and fine-tune the eyeball position over time, providing ongoing precision without requiring complex surgical intervention.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed thickness implant is used, then the device is simple to manufacture, but it cannot provide multi-dimensional adjustment of the eyeball position
Solution Approach 1:
The implant is manufactured as a single piece with segmented sections of varying thicknesses. This approach provides multi-dimensional adjustment capability while maintaining relative manufacturing simplicity compared to multiple separate implants.
Solution Approach 2:
The device incorporates an intake mechanism that enables post-implantation modification of the thickness parameter of its sections. This allows the implant to adapt to patient-specific needs and provide versatile position adjustment without requiring complex custom manufacturing for each case.
3Reliability
If orbital fat is lost due to aging or cosmetic surgery, then the cosmetic procedure is completed, but the eyeball displaces downward creating undesirable visual effects
Solution Approach 1:
The implant device is positioned between the orbit floor and elevated periosteum during the initial cosmetic procedure, preemptively addressing potential eyeball displacement issues before they occur. This preliminary placement ensures long-term cosmetic durability.
Solution Approach 2:
The intake mechanism allows for non-invasive adjustment of the implant thickness after the cosmetic procedure is complete, enabling easy correction of any eyeball displacement without requiring additional complex surgical operations.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The implant device enables precise repositioning of the eyeball, enhancing cosmetic appearance by elevating and moving the eyeball forward, effectively addressing the visual effects of orbital fat loss, and can be refilled or sealed to maintain its position and functionality.
Implementation Method 1
the implant device may comprise a poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) material, wherein the controlled application of an aqueous fluid to the poly (N-isopropylacrylamide) material of the first portion is associated with manipulating the first thickness
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AI summary
According to an embodiment of the present invention, an implant device may be provided. The implant may be adapted to manipulate the position of an eyeball associated with a patient, whereby the device comprises an insertion device including a first and a second portion. The first portion may include a first thickness and may be adapted to elevate the position of the eyeball. The second portion may include a second thickness and/or a second position relative the first portion for moving the position of the eyeball in a forward direction.