Monolithic Orthodontic Corrector with Eyelet Protrusion Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Class II and Class III Correctors in orthodontics have complex and costly manufacturing processes due to their multipiece design, requiring assembly and being prone to breakage or de-bonding under applied forces, which complicates their manufacture and use.
Innovation Solution
The design incorporates a main body portion with eyelets that allow for movement of orthodontic devices, featuring protrusions that seat within these eyelets, enabling flexibility and reducing the risk of breakage or de-bonding, and can be manufactured as a single structure or assembled components, simplifying the manufacturing process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If Class II Correctors and Class III Correctors are manufactured as discrete components with ball-and-socket mechanisms, then they can provide Class II/III correction functionality, but the manufacturing process becomes more difficult and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the Class II/III corrector components into a single monolithic appliance that integrates the function of both correctors and eliminates the need for ball-and-socket mechanisms. This single appliance is bonded to four teeth (two upper, two lower) and provides both Class II and Class III correction capabilities simultaneously, simplifying manufacturing while maintaining correction functionality.
2Reliability
If Class II Correctors and Class III Correctors are manufactured as discrete components with ball-and-socket mechanisms, then they can provide Class II/III correction functionality, but the assembly process becomes more challenging
Solution Approach 1:
The invention combines multiple discrete components into a single integrated appliance that requires no assembly. The monolithic design eliminates ball-and-socket mechanisms and multiple bonding steps, reducing assembly complexity to a single bonding process while maintaining all correction functionalities.
3Stability of the object's composition
If rigid connections are used in orthodontic appliances, then structural stability is improved, but the risk of breakage and de-bonding under applied forces increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs flexible connectors that allow controlled movement and rotation between the appliance components and the teeth. This dynamic design enables the appliance to adapt to applied forces without breaking or de-bonding, while still maintaining structural stability through its integrated design and strategic bonding locations.
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AI summary
In some embodiments, an orthodontic appliance comprises a main body portion, the main body portion including a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is opposite the second end, and wherein the first end includes a first eyelet and the second end include a second eyelet, a first orthodontic device, wherein the first orthodontic device is configured to be bonded to a first tooth in a patient's mouth, wherein the first orthodontic device includes a first protrusion, and wherein the first protrusion is located within the first eyelet during use in the patient's mouth, and a second orthodontic device, wherein the second orthodontic device is configured to be bonded to a second tooth in the patient's mouth, wherein the second orthodontic device includes a second protrusion, and wherein the second protrusion is located within the second eyelet during use in the patient's mouth.