Orthodontic Anchoring Device with Rotating Cap
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing anchoring devices for orthodontic and dental applications face challenges in achieving a secure and precise alignment with orthodontic and dental aids, as they often lack sufficient stability and ease of use, particularly with plug-in connections which can be prone to detachment and screw connections that are difficult to orient correctly.
Innovation Solution
The anchoring device is designed with a two-part attachment system, featuring a fastening element with a shank and external thread for screwing into the anchoring element, and a holding element that can rotate freely, with a locking mechanism using a pipe socket and recess for precise alignment and stabilization, allowing for adjustable longitudinal displacement and rotational alignment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a plug-in connection is used for attaching the attachment to the anchoring element, then the alignment is easier, but the connection security deteriorates as the attachment can become detached easily
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment device is divided into two functional parts: a fastening element with external thread for secure connection to the anchoring element, and a holding element that can rotate freely. This segmentation allows the fastening function and alignment function to be separated, achieving both security and ease of alignment simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The holding element is designed to rotate freely about the longitudinal axis relative to the fastening element, providing dynamic adjustability for alignment while the threaded connection maintains static security. This dynamic capability allows the attachment to be aligned easily without compromising connection strength.
2Reliability
If a screw connection is used for attaching the attachment to the anchoring element, then the connection security is improved, but the alignment difficulty increases as it is difficult to orient the anchoring element correctly
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment device is divided into two functional parts: a fastening element with external thread for secure connection to the anchoring element, and a holding element that can rotate freely. This segmentation allows the fastening function and alignment function to be separated, achieving both security and ease of alignment simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The holding element is designed to rotate freely about the longitudinal axis relative to the fastening element, providing dynamic adjustability for alignment while the threaded connection maintains static security. This dynamic capability allows the attachment to be aligned easily without compromising connection strength.
3Reliability
If the attachment is fixed rigidly to the anchoring element, then the connection security is improved, but the adaptability deteriorates as the attachment cannot be adjusted after implantation
Solution Approach 1:
The holding element is designed to rotate freely about the longitudinal axis relative to the fastening element, enabling adjustment of the attachment position and orientation after the anchoring element has been implanted. This dynamic capability provides adaptability while the threaded connection maintains security.
Solution Approach 2:
The attachment device is divided into two functional parts: a fastening element with external thread for secure connection to the anchoring element, and a holding element that can rotate freely. This segmentation allows the fastening function and alignment function to be separated, achieving both security and ease of alignment simultaneously.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to an anchoring device for regulating teeth and/or jaw, having an anchoring element (1) comprising a shank (2) for arranging in a jaw bone or a tooth, and a head (3), whereon a cap (10) for arranging at least one jaw orthopedic and/or dental aid is releasably disposed, wherein the cap is constructed, in at least two parts, of a fastening element (12) for releasably fastening the cap in the head, and a mounting element (11) for mounting at least one jaw orthopedic and/or dental aid, and wherein the mounting element is freely displaceable relative to the fastening element in at least one degree of freedom of motion at least within certain limits.