Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
433142000 | Having abrading or polishing means | 27 |
20080248445 | Dental abrasive strip - A abrasive dental filing strip coated with some superfine abrasive material, especially but not limited to diamond dust like particles, or alternatively a sharp cutting system along the lateral surface, and having cutting edge like serrated or saw tooth along the longitudinal edge or edges. | 10-09-2008 |
20090130627 | Diamond dust polishing cloth for natural tooth enamel and dental veneers - A disposable tooth cleaning article for manually cleaning tooth surfaces is disclosed. The disposable tooth cleaning article extends in a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction, and has a finger faced surface and an outer surface. The disposable tooth cleaning article comprises a single sheet. The outer surface is provided with a diamond dust polishing agent for home use and professional use in the care of natural tooth enamel and dental veneers comprised of a quantity of diamond dust coated with a lubricant in conjunction with a paste for carrying the lubricant coated diamond dust, or other semi-precious, non-toxic abrasive dust, said diamond dust being of a size of approximately 500 nanometers or less to a size of approximately 5 nanometers. The size of the dust of both the diamond and the semi-precious stone may vary, depending on the degree of abrasiveness and the lubricant employed. The diamond dust (and semi-precious dust) polishing agent permits the user to maintain the polish and luster of the natural tooth enamel and veneer at home without adversely abrading or damaging the surface thereof. | 05-21-2009 |
20090220912 | Dental Finishing, Sanding and/or Polishing Floss - An abrading dental floss is characterized by dental floss formed of a fiber or fibrous material having a dental abrasive on at least a portion thereof suitable for polishing, sanding and/or finishing dental restorative material such as dental resin. The fiber is preferably a synthetic material. The dental abrading material is impregnated into or provided onto the dental floss. In one form, the dental abrading floss has an abrading section situated between lengths of the dental floss. The abrading polishing section may be formed of an alternating pattern of non-abrasive portions and abrasive portions along a length of the floss. The abrasive portions may be of a single grit or texture of the dental abrasive or may be of different grits of the dental abrasive. In another form, the dental abrading floss has a single grit of a dental abrasive along its entire length. In yet another form, the dental abrading floss comprises a plastic sheet of having a dental abrasive thereon or therein situated between lengths of the dental floss. The dental abrasive may be of a single grit or different grits of the dental abrasive. For different grits of the dental abrasive, it is preferred, but not necessary, that they gradually change in grit size. | 09-03-2009 |
20090253096 | Dental filing tool - A dental filing tool includes a handle and a filing strip, wherein the handle includes first and second handle parts, each having a bridge and corresponding first and second arms extending therefrom, the handle parts connectable by a plurality of snap fittings and forming finger pads at either end when snapped together. Male snap fittings may include one or more cross-slots extending at least part of the length of the male snap fitting. A filing strip includes abrasive material on one or both faces, or a sharp-edged perforation pattern, and one or more serrated edges. The interior surfaces of the handle may be beveled to improve comfort and better fit between teeth. The bridge portion of the handle parts can include a raised portion and indicia formed into or printed on the raised portion. | 10-08-2009 |
20100178633 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REMOVING ENAMEL FROM A PERSON'S TOOTH - According to one embodiment, an apparatus for removing enamel from a person's tooth includes a blade portion and a handle portion. The blade portion includes an abrasive surface adapted to remove enamel from the tooth in response to reciprocating movement of the abrasive surface against the enamel. The handle portion is coupled to the blade portion and includes first and second regions, the first region is proximal and the second region is distal to the blade portion. The first region includes a substantially solid cross-section with a substantially circular perimeter. The second region includes a substantially solid cross-section with at least a substantially semi-circular perimeter, the solid cross-section defining a notched region. The apparatus is adapted to be inserted via a pressure fit into a corresponding opening in a driver mechanism adapted to drive reciprocating movement of the blade portion and the abrasive surface. | 07-15-2010 |
20100178634 | DENTAL SANDING STRIP - An improved dental sanding strip for removing material between the teeth is provided. The dental sanding strip includes a lead portion extending from one end of the dental sanding strip to facilitate the insertion of the strip into the space between the teeth. The dental sanding strip is an elongated strip of film having a first end and a second end. The first end having an abrasive portion and the second end having a holding portion. A lead portion extends from the first end, the area having the abrasive portion. The lead portion is affixed to the first end in a suitable manner such as with adhesive or by heat welding. The first end of the dental sanding strip is tapered toward the lead portion providing a gradual transition from the lead portion to the full width dental sanding strip. The lead portion of the dental sanding strip is inserted between the teeth by first inserting a free end of the lead portion into the space between the teeth. The dentist then grasps the lead portion and pulls the lead portion thereby permitting the abrasive portion of the dental sanding strip to contact the area on the tooth to be removed. The dentist may then manipulate the dental sanding strip to remove any unwanted material between the teeth. The dentist uses a back-and-forth motion, or a circular motion, to remove the unwanted material between the teeth. | 07-15-2010 |
20110014584 | ORAL HYGIENE DEVICE AND METHOD THEREOF - Embodiments of the present invention relate to an oral hygiene device for use in cleaning the teeth as well as the interproximal spaces between the teeth, and methods of manufacturing and using same. In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, an oral hygiene device comprises a substantially rigid member having a dental cleaner on a first end and an interdental cleaner substantially terminating in an apex on a second end, the substantially rigid member being substantially free of filaments and bristles, and a coating material disposed on an outer surface of the dental cleaner, the coating material comprising at least an abradant. | 01-20-2011 |
20110076641 | DENTAL POLISHING DEVICES AND METHOD OF POLISHING DENTAL SURFACES - A two-unit system for finishing and polishing a target surface such as a dental restoration or appliance. A two-unit system and the method of employing such a system may include a finishing unit that combines gross reduction and final contouring capabilities into the single finishing unit that still results in leaving a smooth surface finish. A separate polishing unit may also be provided that combines contacting the target surface to polish and to achieve high gloss luster into the single unit. | 03-31-2011 |
20110200963 | Dental Element For Abrading Dental Composite Resin - An abrading dental floss is characterized by dental floss formed of a circular fiber or fibrous material having a dental abrasive on the exterior portion thereof suitable for polishing, sanding and/or finishing (abrading) dental restorative material particularly dental composite resin. The dental abrading material is impregnated into or provided onto the dental floss. In one form, the dental abrading floss has an abrading section situated between lengths of non-abrading dental floss. The abrading section may be formed of an alternating pattern of non-abrasive portions and abrasive portions along a length of the floss. The abrasive portions may be of a single grit or texture of the dental abrasive or may be of different grits of the dental abrasive. In another form, the dental abrading floss has a single grit of a dental abrasive along and about its entire length. The dental abrasive may be of a single grit or different grits of the dental abrasive along its length. For different grits of the dental abrasive, it is preferred, but not necessary, that they gradually change in grit size. | 08-18-2011 |
20110306012 | TOOL FOR THE TREATMENT OF SURFACES OF DENTAL MATERIALS - The tool for the treatment of surfaces of dental materials with liquids, includes an abrasive body that includes a carrier material and abrasive particles embedded therein. In order to achieve a vibration-free treatment of said dental surface the carrier material is cellulose-based and the cellulose-based material is prepared in such a way as to possess a capacity for absorbing liquids for softening the carrier material. | 12-15-2011 |
20120107769 | DENTAL PROPHYLAXIS ANGLE AND HANDPIECE ASSEMBLY - A dental prophylaxis angle and handpiece assembly for cleaning and polishing teeth is provided. The dental prophylaxis angle is removably attached to the dental handpiece by an interlocking mechanism that includes extension locking tabs, a locking annular member, and an interlocking drive member in the handpiece. The prophy angle is securely snap-fitted onto the handpiece and locked in place so that it has minimal lateral movement. After the prophy angle has been used to treat a patient, it can be removed easily from the handpiece and disposed thereof. | 05-03-2012 |
20120148981 | FILE FOR WORKING ON THE INTERPROXIMAL SPACE IN ORTHODONTICS AS WELL AS IN CONSERVATIVE TREATMENTS AND PROPHYLAXIS OF TEETH AND RELATIVE DEVICE ABLE TO BE CONNECTED TO AN OSCILLATING HANDPIECE - A file for working on the interproximal space in orthodontics as well as in conservative treatments and prophylaxis of teeth comprises a tool-holding structure and an abrasive plate, wherein the tool-holding structure is shaped in an arc and provided at the ends with two tubular portions and wherein the abrasive plate is stably fixed at both of its ends to the tubular portions of the tool-holding structure, wherein the tool-holding structure is symmetrical and overmolded on said abrasive plate. A relative device able to be connected to an oscillating handpiece comprises such a file and a shank for the connection to the handpiece, wherein the shank is removably fixed to the file. | 06-14-2012 |
20120156643 | PROPHY ANGLE AND ADAPTER - A dental prophy angle includes a housing and a rotor. The dental prophy angle adapter can include a drive shaft with a tip. The drive shaft of the adapter can be coupled to a gear at the same end of the tip with the rotor of the prophy angle being configured to receive the tip. Further, a slidable sleeve can extend over a portion of the drift shaft so that the slidable sleeve becomes automatically retracted upon engaging a shoulder of the housing resulting in the gear of the drive shaft being revealed. | 06-21-2012 |
20120237896 | FLEXIBLE BAND FILE WITH IMPROVED CONTROL FOR DENTAL WORK IN ORTHODONTICS, IN CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY AND IN PROPHYLAXIS - A flexible band file with improved control for dental work in orthodontics, in conservative dentistry and in prophylaxis comprises a flexible abrasive foil, extending mainly longitudinally, and provided at both ends with grip elements fixedly connected to the foil to constitute a single piece. | 09-20-2012 |
20120237897 | Dental Appliance For Abrading Dental Resin - A dental appliance for abrading dental resin, particularly in the interproximal space, is characterized by a length of dental tape formed of a supple, synthetic monofilament material of a rectangular cross section having an abrading material on an exterior portion thereof suitable for abrading dental resin, and a plastic threading element attached to an end of the dental tape for allowing the insertion of the dental tape into the interproximal space via the side. In one form, the dental abrading appliance has an abrading section formed of a continuous abrader or having an alternating pattern of non-abrading and abrading portions along a length of the dental tape. The abrading portions may be a single grit of the dental abrading material or may be different grits of the dental abrading material. In another form, the dental abrading tape has a single grit of a dental abrading material about its entire length. | 09-20-2012 |
20120244496 | DENTAL POLISHING DEVICE AND METHOD - The invention provides a dental method including forming a polishing member sufficient, when rotated, to polish a cut unpolished dental tooth surface to a surface roughness of less than 0.07 sRa μm and, to polish an unpolished dental restorative material supported by a tooth in a patient's mouth to a surface roughness of less than 0.03 sRa μm. The dental polishing material preferably includes elastomeric polymer impregnated with blocky synthetic diamonds. The synthetic diamonds effectively have particle sizes less than 50 microns. The synthetic diamonds are more than 50 percent by weight of the dental polishing material. | 09-27-2012 |
20120258425 | APPARATUS FOR REMOVING ENAMEL OR DEBRIS FROM A TOOTH - An apparatus for removing enamel or debris from a tooth includes a blade having an abrasive surface and a handle portion. The handle portion includes a support portion for mounting the blade and a shank having a proximal end connected to the support portion and a distal end. The shank includes a flexible shank portion having two flexible elements separated by a slit extending axially from the distal end of the shank along the flexible shank portion. | 10-11-2012 |
20120288822 | Dental Hand Instrument having an Elongate Handle Sleeve - A dental hand instrument having an elongate handle sleeve, at the front end of which there are disposed means for holding a treatment tool, for example a dental drill, there are disposed inside the handle sleeve means for driving the treatment tool, which driving means have at least two rotatably mounted shafts that are coupled to each other, a sealing element being disposed in the coupling region of the two shafts inside the handle sleeve. | 11-15-2012 |
20120301847 | Sun Shine - The current invention refers to a device for the removal of residues that have not been removed after the repair of teeth. It enables easier sanding between teeth, provides greater support, and requires less time for the oral cavity to be open. It is lubricant, electricity, and battery free. The surfaces of this invention are smooth with rounded edges, and can sand both the fronts and the backs of the teeth. The current invention will enable dentists throughout the world easier manipulation in the process of removing residues after teeth repair and will only require the use of one hand. | 11-29-2012 |
20130089833 | DENTAL TOOL AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME - A dental tool includes a work area which is covered with abrasive particles, wherein the abrasive particles are embedded at least in part in a support layer formed galvanically on a surface of the work area, and wherein at least one cover layer which at least partly encloses the abrasive particles is arranged on the support layer, and to a method for producing the dental tool. | 04-11-2013 |
20130122460 | Device for the Preventative and Acute Treatment of Teeth and Gums - A device is provided for preventative and acute treatment of teeth and gums, with a handle ( | 05-16-2013 |
20130288197 | DENTAL FILING TOOL HANDLE - An improved handle for a dental filing tool, the tool having an arcuate handle with a horizontal bridge and opposed first and second vertical arms, the improvement including first and second sets of partial-cylindrical grip portions distributed along the outer surfaces of the first and second vertical arms, respectively, the grip portions aligned normal to the handle plane, the respective first and second sets defining convex outer grip profiles and concave front-back grip profiles. An improved handle may further include an embedded socket to receive a coupler for a dental driver. | 10-31-2013 |
20140038131 | DENTAL FILING TOOL HANDLE - An improved handle for a dental filing tool, the tool having an arcuate handle with a horizontal bridge and opposed first and second vertical arms, the improvement including first and second sets of partial-cylindrical grip portions distributed along the outer surfaces of the first and second vertical arms, respectively, the grip portions aligned normal to the handle plane, the respective first and second sets defining convex or concave outer grip profiles and concave front-back grip profiles. An improved handle may further include an embedded socket to receive a coupler for a dental driver, or a projecting coupling to engage a dental driver coupling. | 02-06-2014 |
20140220506 | DENTAL SHAPING STRIP - A dental shaping strip includes a base portion and a shaping portion. The base portion has a first base surface and a second base surface facing in an opposite direction from the first base surface. The first and second base surfaces have prescribed longitudinal lengths and prescribed widths transverse to the prescribed longitudinal lengths. The shaping portion is connected to a longitudinal edge of the base portion. The shaping portion has a first shaping surface connected to the first base surface, with at least part of the first shaping surface being abrasive. The first and second base surfaces are at least partially non-abrasive. Preferably, the first shaping surface and the first base surface diverge from each other as they approach longitudinal free edges of the dental shaping strip. Preferably, the first and second base surfaces are non abrasive along their prescribed longitudinal lengths. | 08-07-2014 |
20140220507 | DENTAL SHAPING STRIP - A dental shaping strip includes a base portion and a shaping portion. The base portion has a first base surface and a second base surface facing in an opposite direction from the first base surface. The first and second base surfaces have prescribed longitudinal lengths and prescribed widths transverse to the prescribed longitudinal lengths. The shaping portion is connected to a longitudinal edge of the base portion. The shaping portion has a first shaping surface connected to the first base surface, with at least part of the first shaping surface being abrasive. The first and second base surfaces are at least partially non-abrasive. Preferably, the first shaping surface and the first base surface diverge from each other as they approach longitudinal free edges of the dental shaping strip. Preferably, the first and second base surfaces are non abrasive along their prescribed longitudinal lengths. | 08-07-2014 |
20140308627 | PROXIMAL TOOTH SEPARATOR - The present disclosure is directed to a proximal tooth separator. One embodiment comprises a handle and at least one separator connected to an end. The at least one separator comprising rigid metals, steel, titanium, or other materials suitable for separating teeth, and being sized so as to appropriately separate the teeth as known to those of skill in the art. | 10-16-2014 |
20150359607 | SHAFT OF A DENTAL TOOL - The present invention refers to a shaft of a dental tool comprising a distal end region, a cylindrical shaft region adjoining the distal end region, and a proximal end region which lies opposite the distal end region and which is provided with a polygonal profile that tapers conically in the direction of the distal end region and adjoins a tool part. | 12-17-2015 |