Patent ID: 6200133
Filing Date: 2001-03-13
Classification: A63B

Abstract:
An adjustable, customizable dental appliance, comprising:a) a pair of left and right occlusal posterior composite pads for the posterior teeth of the upper or lower jaw, each occlusal posterior composite pad having opposing occlusal surfaces for contacting the occlusal surfaces of the posterior teeth of the upper and lower jaw;b) each of the left and right occlusal posterior composite pads being of a triple composite construction and comprising an upper layer formed from an impressionable, softenable thermoplastic material; a middle layer formed from a non-impressionable thermoplastic material; and a lower layer formed from an impressionable, softenable thermoplastic material distinct from the material of the upper layer; andc) a connecting portion connecting the left and right occlusal posterior composite pads together within the mouth, the connecting portion for lying along and adjacent the lingual side of the anterior teeth of the lower jaw, the connecting portion being adjustable from side to side to adapt to the lateral spacing between the two sets of posterior teeth.