Orthodontic Bonding Tray Rigid Material Deformation Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing indirect bonding apparatuses in orthodontics are cumbersome and prone to deformation, leading to inaccuracies in bracket placement due to their soft and flexible nature, which can result in undesired deflection of orthodontic brackets during application.
Innovation Solution
An orthodontic device with a positioning member and support member constructed from elastic materials using additive manufacturing, featuring a branched structure and actuation means that allows for precise alignment and bonding of orthodontic brackets without adhesive contact during placement, and includes retention structures for secure bracket retention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing indirect bonding apparatuses are used, then bracket placement can be performed with reduced user skill requirement, but the apparatus is cumbersome and prone to deformation leading to placement inaccuracies
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the material parameter from soft and flexible material to rigid material, which eliminates deformation during bracket placement while maintaining the indirect bonding advantage of reduced user skill requirement. The rigid material ensures the apparatus maintains its intended geometry throughout the bonding process.
Solution Approach 2:
The apparatus uses composite material construction combining rigid structural components with selective flexible elements. The rigid portions provide dimensional stability and placement precision, while limited flexible portions allow for patient comfort and adaptation to dental anatomy.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If soft and flexible material is used for indirect bonding apparatus, then patient comfort may be improved, but the apparatus deforms during placement causing bracket deflection
Solution Approach 1:
The patent fundamentally changes the material parameter from soft/flexible to rigid, prioritizing structural stability and placement accuracy over patient comfort during the bonding procedure. The rigid material prevents deformation that would cause bracket deflection, ensuring precise placement.
Solution Approach 2:
The apparatus is segmented into rigid structural components that maintain stability and rigid bracket-retaining portions. This segmentation allows different parts to serve their specific functions without compromising overall structural integrity during the bonding process.
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AI summary
An orthodontic device includes a positioning member integrally formed with a support member. A positioning member includes at least one recess structured to receive a portion of a tooth. A support member includes at least one cavity structured to detachably retain an orthodontic bracket. An orthodontic device optionally includes one or more orthodontic brackets detachably retained by one or more cavities. A package includes sealed packaging containing an orthodontic device. A process of manufacturing an orthodontic device includes using an additive manufacturing to produce the orthodontic device in one piece. A process of using an orthodontic device includes providing an orthodontic device including one or more orthodontic brackets and bonding the one or more brackets to teeth.