18682478. Improved Interproximal Contacts in Dental Restoration Molds simplified abstract (3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY)

Improved Interproximal Contacts in Dental Restoration Molds

Organization Name

3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY

Inventor(s)

James D. Hansen of White Bear Lake MN (US)

Katelyn M. Languell of Eagan MN (US)

Joseph C. Dingeldein of Hudson WI (US)

Improved Interproximal Contacts in Dental Restoration Molds - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18682478 titled 'Improved Interproximal Contacts in Dental Restoration Molds

The custom tool described in the patent application is designed for forming a dental restoration in a patient's mouth, specifically focusing on at least three teeth.

• The custom tool includes a first mold body that fits with the patient's teeth, with specific portions corresponding to individual teeth and their interproximal surfaces.
• Each interproximal portion of the mold body is digitally engineered to fit the patient's unique anatomy, ensuring a precise restoration.
• The mold body combines with the patient's teeth to create a mold cavity that encompasses missing tooth structure, including interproximal surfaces.
• This innovative tool allows for the creation of customized dental restorations that seamlessly integrate with the patient's existing teeth.

Potential Applications: - Customized dental restorations for patients with missing tooth structure. - Precision fitting of dental prosthetics for improved comfort and functionality.

Problems Solved: - Inaccuracies in traditional dental molds that can lead to ill-fitting restorations. - Difficulty in creating seamless transitions between natural teeth and dental prosthetics.

Benefits: - Enhanced comfort and functionality for patients. - Improved aesthetic results with natural-looking restorations. - Increased efficiency in the fabrication of dental prosthetics.

Commercial Applications: Title: Custom Dental Restoration Tool for Precision Prosthetics This technology has the potential to revolutionize the dental industry by offering highly customized and precise dental restorations, catering to the unique needs of each patient. This tool could be utilized by dental laboratories, prosthodontists, and general dentists to provide superior quality restorations.

Questions about Custom Dental Restoration Tool: 1. How does the digital engineering of interproximal portions improve the accuracy of the dental restoration process? - The digital engineering ensures a precise fit between the restoration and the patient's existing teeth, reducing the need for adjustments and enhancing overall comfort and functionality.

2. What are the key advantages of using a custom tool for forming dental restorations compared to traditional methods? - Custom tools offer a higher level of precision and customization, resulting in more natural-looking and comfortable restorations for patients.

Original Abstract Submitted

A custom tool for forming a dental restoration in a mouth of a patient, the custom tool comprising: a first mold body providing for a customized fit with at least three teeth of the patient, wherein the first mold body includes a first portion corresponding with at least a first surface of a first tooth and a first interproximal portion corresponding with a first interproximal surface of the first tooth and a second interproximal portion corresponding with the second interproximal surface of the first tooth, wherein the first interproximal portion and the second interproximal portion of the first tooth of the first mold body each have a patient-specific digitally engineered interproximal portion, wherein the first interproximal portion and the second interproximal portion of the second tooth of the first mold body each have a patient-specific digitally engineered interproximal portion, and wherein the first interproximal portion and the second interproximal portion of the second tooth of the first mold body each have a patient-specific digitally engineered interproximal portion, wherein the first mold body is configured to combine with the three teeth of the patient to form a portion of a mold cavity encompassing a portion of missing tooth structure of the three teeth, and wherein a first portion of the missing tooth structure includes missing interproximal tooth structure of the first interproximal surface of the first tooth and the second interproximal surface of the first tooth.