Patent ID: 7618257
Filing Date: 2009-11-17
Classification: A61C

Abstract:
1. For orthodontic treatment of a posterior jawbone sector extending from a canine tooth to a molar tooth on the same side of the jawbone, an orthodontic appliance comprising: a distal member having a retaining base for securing the distal member to the molar tooth; means for adhering the retaining base of the distal member to the molar tooth; a mesial member having an anterior end and a distal end; the anterior end of the mesial member including a retaining base for securing the mesial member to the canine tooth; means for adhering the retaining base of the mesial member to the canine tooth; the anterior end of the mesial member further including means for retaining an elastic element; and means for pivotally connecting the distal end of the mesial member to the distal member.