Vibrational Dental Device for Periodontal Pocket Reduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Periodontal pockets, which can lead to gum disease and tooth loss, are challenging to treat effectively, especially in cases where conventional methods like scaling and root planning are insufficient, and there is a need for accelerated recovery and reduced microbial load.
Innovation Solution
A vibrational dental device applying low-magnitude high-frequency vibration (LMHFV) to the affected areas to accelerate pocket reduction, reduce microbial load, and enhance healing by stimulating soft tissue reattachment and angiogenesis, which can be used alone or in conjunction with surgical interventions like scaling and root planning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If conventional methods like scaling and root planning are used, then plaque and tartar are removed, but the treatment period is prolonged and recovery is slow
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies low-magnitude high-frequency vibration (LMHFV) to the periodontal tissues to accelerate pocket reduction and healing. The vibrational device delivers mechanical vibrations at frequencies between 30-150 Hz with acceleration magnitudes of 0.01-0.5g, which stimulates soft tissue reattachment and angiogenesis, thereby speeding up the recovery process without compromising the effectiveness of scaling and root planning.
2Reliability
If surgical flap procedures are performed, then advanced pockets are treated, but the complexity of the procedure increases and recovery time is extended
Solution Approach 1:
The vibrational device serves as an intermediary therapeutic modality that enhances the effectiveness of conventional periodontal treatments. By applying LMHFV as an adjunct to scaling and root planning or surgical procedures, the treatment achieves better outcomes with reduced complexity and shorter recovery time, as the vibration stimulates biological healing processes without requiring additional invasive procedures.
3Object-generated harmful factors
If mechanical disruption of pocket site is performed, then plaque is removed, but soft tissue damage and delayed healing occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent converts the mechanical disruption caused by scaling and root planning into a beneficial stimulus by applying LMHFV immediately afterward. The vibration at controlled magnitudes and frequencies stimulates the damaged soft tissues to reattach and heal faster, transforming the harmful effect of mechanical disruption into a beneficial healing stimulus that reduces inflammation and accelerates recovery.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The LMHFV device accelerates the reduction of periodontal pockets, improves oral health, and reduces biofilm formation, leading to faster recovery and better pain management, as demonstrated by prophetic improvements in pocket depths after three months of treatment.
Implementation Method 1
providing a vibrational dental device to the user... applying a vibratory force... low-magnitude high-frequency vibration (LMHFV)
Data Source
AI summary
A device and method for treating periodontal pockets following a dental procedure for treating periodontal pockets in a patient includes a vibrational dental device having a mouthpiece for contacting the dentition. Instructions are provided for using the vibrational dental device by placing the mouthpiece over the dentition, applying a vibratory force during a predetermined number of sessions throughout a predetermined treatment period, wherein the recovery of the periodontal pockets is enhanced and/or accelerated compared to without vibratory treatment.