Title:
DISPOSABLE PHOTOGRAPHIC CHEEK RETRACTION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME
Document Type and Number:
WIPO Patent Application WO2004024017
Kind Code:
A3
Abstract:
In an exemplary embodiment in accordance with the present invention, a disposable dental appliance and method of use is provided. In particular, a cheek retraction apparatus is provided, which is formed from a lightweight yet durable biocompatible polymer. The apparatus is sufficiently durable to withstand recurrent use, however, the it is economically manufactured so as to be disposable. Moreover, the apparatus is pre-sterilized to alleviate the need for autoclaving and/or dry heat sterilization. A cheek retraction apparatus in accordance with the present invention also provides an indicia display medium that allows the dental practitioner to display patient information, whitening treatment measurements, or other indicia that might be useful to them during oral photography.
Inventors:
HAYWOOD VAN B (US)
Application Number:
PCT/US2003/028662
Publication Date:
March 24, 2005
Filing Date:
September 12, 2003
Export Citation:
Assignee:
MED COLLEGE GEORGIA RES INST (US)
HAYWOOD VAN B (US)
HAYWOOD VAN B (US)
International Classes:
A61C5/14; (IPC1-7): A61C5/00
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