Abutment for dental implant and associated components for use therewith United States Patent Application 20030228555 Kind Code A1 Morgan, Vincent J. December 11, 2003 Inventors: Morgan, Vincent J.; (Boston, MA) Correspondence Name and Address: John A. Hauq P.O. Box 386 West Harwich MA 02671 US Serial No.: 465298 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 20, 2003 Abstract An abutment (10,10A,10B,10C) for a medical or dental implant has a prosthetic recei ...

Abutment screw with spring-washer United States Patent Application 20030224330 Kind Code A1 Aravena, Ines ; et al. December 4, 2003 Inventors: Aravena, Ines; (Camarillo, CA) ; Kumar, Ajay; (Palmdale, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: Kenneth S. Barrow CENTERPULSE USA INC. Suite 1000 12 East Greenway Plaza Houston TX 77046 US Serial No.: 302070 Series Code: 10 Filed: November 22, 2002 Abstract A dental retaining screw used t ...

Abutment structure used exclusively in tooth implantation United States Patent Application 20040121285 Kind Code A1 Wu, Wen Yuen June 24, 2004 Inventors: Wu, Wen Yuen; (Kaohsiung, TW) Correspondence Name and Address: BACON & THOMAS, PLLC 625 SLATERS LANE FOURTH FLOOR ALEXANDRIA VA 22314 Serial No.: 325729 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 23, 2002 Abstract A dental abutment is provided with an axial through hole and is fastened at a lower s ...

Abutment system United States Patent Application 20050084821 Kind Code A1 Sims, Lawrence O. ; et al. April 21, 2005 Inventors: Sims, Lawrence O.; (Alpharetta, GA) ; Lindke, Brian K.; (Buford, GA) ; Ikenaga, Yuichi; (Buford, GA) Correspondence Name and Address: BRYAN W. BOCKHOP, ESQ. ARNALL GOLDEN GREGORY LLP 171 17TH STREET SUITE 2100 ATLANTA GA 30363 US Serial No.: 960180 Series Code: 10 Filed: October 7, 2004 Abstract An abu ...

Abutment system and method for preparing the same United States Patent Application 20050084819 Kind Code A1 Sims, Lawrence O. ; et al. April 21, 2005 Inventors: Sims, Lawrence O.; (Alpharetta, GA) ; Lindke, Brian K.; (Buford, GA) ; Ikenaga, Yuichi; (Buford, GA) Correspondence Name and Address: BRYAN W. BOCKHOP, ESQ. ARNALL GOLDEN GREGORY LLP 171 17TH STREET SUITE 2100 ATLANTA GA 30363 US Serial No.: 689179 Series Code: 10 Filed: ...

ARRANGEMENT AND DEVICE FOR USING A TEMPLATE TO FORM HOLES FOR IMPLANTS IN BONE, PREFERABLY JAW BONE USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Brajnovic, Izidor US Patent Application: 20040259051 Publication Date: December 23, 2004 Kind Code: A1 nventors: Brajnovic, Izidor; (Goteborg, SE) Correspondence Name and Address: CONNOLLY BOVE LODGE & HUTZ LLP SUITE 800 1990 M STREET NW WASHINGTON DC 20036-3425 US Assignee Name and Adress: NOBEL BIOCARE AB Box 5190 Goteborg SE Seria ...

Artificial maxillary molar unit and alignment instrument to be used for aligning the artificial maxillary molar unit in denture USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Hiraiwa, Shinji US Patent Application: 20040234927 Publication Date: November 25, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Hiraiwa, Shinji; (Nishikasugai-gun, JP) Correspondence Name and Address: BURR & BROWN PO BOX 7068 SYRACUSE NY 13261-7068 US Serial No.: 811486 Series Code: 10 Filed: March ...

Bioactive device having surface with alloyed layer of calcium phosphate compounds and method of making USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Driskell, Thomas D. ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040230301 Publication Date: November 18, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Driskell, Thomas D.; (Westerville, OH) ; Deutchman, Arnold H.; (Columbus, OH) Correspondence Name and Address: John A. Haug P.O. Box 386 West Harwich MA 02671 US Serial No.: 877629 Seri ...

Bipolar Implant US Patent Office Application Number: 20050042574 Kind Code A1 Lazarof, Sargon Publication Date: February 24, 2005 Inventors: Lazarof, Sargon; (Woodland Hills, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: LEWIS, BRISBOIS, BISGAARD & SMITH LLP 221 NORTH FIGUEROA STREET SUITE 1200 LOS ANGELES CA 90012 US Serial No.: 679248 Series Code: 10 Filed: October 3, 2003 Abstract The present invention relates generally to implants and processes for preparing implants such as dental prostheses. More particularly, the present invention concerns an implant having an expandable skirt and a widened upper hood for anchoring the implant within the bone of the patient.

Blank-holding means and method of surveying same USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Rothenberger, Bernd US Patent Application: 20050008989 Publication Date: January 13, 2005 Kind Code A1 Inventors: Rothenberger, Bernd; (Gernsbach, DE) ; Pieper, Reinhard; (Bensheim, DE) Correspondence Name and Address: DYKEMA GOSSETT PLLC FRANKLIN SQUARE, THIRD FLOOR WEST 1300 I STREET, NW WASHINGTON DC 20005 US Assignee Name and Adress: Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Serial No.: ...

Bone implant method of implanting, and kit for use in making implants, particularly useful with respect to dental implants US Patent Office Application Date: 20050026112 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: February 3, 2005 Inventors: Ballan, Nabil; (Lower Galillee, IL) Correspondence Name and Address: Anthony Castorina G E Ehrlich Suite 207 2001 Jefferson Davis Highway Arlington VA 22202 US Serial No.: 332841 Series Code: 10 Filed: Jan ...

Ceramic dental implant United States Patent Application: 20050106534 Kind Code A1 Gahlert, Michael Publication Date: May 19, 2005 Inventors: Gahlert, Michael; (Munchen, DE) Correspondence Name and Address: William Anthony Drucker 13th Floor, Suite 800 1901 L Street N W Washington DC 20036-3506 US Serial No.: 496814 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 17, 2004 PCT Filed: November 23, 2002 PCT NO: PCT/EP02/13187 Abstract A dental im ...

Combination distraction dental implant and method of use United States Patent Application 20050084822 Kind Code A1 Stucki-McCormick, Suzanne April 21, 2005 Inventors: Stucki-McCormick, Suzanne; (New York, NY) Correspondence Name and Address: KENYON & KENYON ONE BROADWAY NEW YORK NY 10004 US Serial No.: 974613 Series Code: 10 Filed: October 27, 2004 Abstract A combination dental implant/prosthetic support and distractor for facilitating di ...

Components for improved impression making USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Halldin, Anders ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040234926 Publication Date: November 25, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Halldin, Anders; (Goteborg, SE) ; Engstrom, Kent; (Malmo, SE) Correspondence Name and Address: BIRCH STEWART KOLASCH & BIRCH PO BOX 747 FALLS CHURCH VA 22040-0747 US Assignee Name and Adress: ASTRA TECH AB Serial No.: 879087 Series Code: 10 Filed: ...

Cortical bone spreader for implants United States Patent Application: 20030143513 Kind Code A1 Flanagan, Dennis Publication Date: July 31, 2003 Inventors: Flanagan, Dennis; (Mansfield, CT) Correspondence Name and Address: IRA S. DORMAN Suite 200 330 Roberts Street East Hartford CT 06108 US Serial No.: 056649 Series Code: 10 Filed: January 25, 2002 Abstract A bone spreader for preparing a site for dental prosthesis implantation consis ...

Dental abutment having relief grooves United States Patent Application 20040053194 Kind Code A1 Carroll, Ernest A. March 18, 2004 Inventors: Carroll, Ernest A.; (Herndon, VA) Correspondence Name and Address: Mark Levy SALZMAN & LEVY Ste. 902 19 Chenango Street Binghamton NY 13901 US Serial No.: 244009 Series Code: 10 Filed: September 16, 2002 Abstract An abutment for mounting a restoration or crown to a dental implant, exhibitin ...

Dental bar attachment for implants USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Honkura , et al. US Patent Number: 6,652,278 Publication Date: November 25, 2003 Inventors: Honkura; Yoshinobu (Tokai, JP); Arai; Kazuo (Tokai, JP) Assignee: Aichi Steel Corporation (Tokai, JP) Appl. No.: 955073 Filed: September 19, 2001 Abstract: The present invention is a bar type dental attachment for implants that makes use of magnetic attractive force to secure a denture in place. This bar type ...

Dental fiber reinforced structures USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Duray, Steven J. ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040265782 Publication Date: December 30, 2004 Kind Code: A1 nventors: Duray, Steven J.; (Rolling Meadows, IL) ; Suh, Byoung I.; (Oak Brook, IL) Correspondence Name and Address: Jill Tabor Powlick ICE MILLER One American Square, Box 82001 Indianapolis IN 46282-0002 US Serial No.: 830363 Series Code: 10 Filed: April 22, 2004 Abstract: Dental comp ...

Dental implant United States Patent Application 20040121289 Kind Code A1 Miller, Robert Jeffrey June 24, 2004 Inventors: Miller, Robert Jeffrey; (Del Ray Beach, FL) Correspondence Name and Address: GREENBERG TRAURIG LLP 2450 COLORADO AVENUE, SUITE 400E SANTA MONICA CA 90404 US Serial No.: 328824 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 23, 2002 Abstract The dental implant includes a body with a coronal end and an apical end. The implant intraosseo ...

Dental implant -carrier assembly United States Patent Application 20030152890 Kind Code A1 Anitua Aldecoa, Eduardo August 14, 2003 Inventors: Anitua Aldecoa, Eduardo; (Victoria, ES) Correspondence Name and Address: BROWDY AND NEIMARK, P.L.L.C. 624 NINTH STREET, NW SUITE 300 WASHINGTON DC 20001-5303 US Serial No.: 203464 Series Code: 10 Filed: April 7, 2003 PCT Filed: September 14, 2001 PCT NO: PCT/ES01/00349 Abstract The taper ...

Dental implant abutment USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Schulter, Carl W. ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040185420 Publication Date: September 23, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Schulter, Carl W.; (Memphis, TN) ; Qi, Gary; (Memphis, TN) ; Schulter, Andrew J.; (Germantown, TN) Correspondence Name and Address: S. Michael Patton Butler Snow O'Mara Stevens & Cannada PLLC P.O. Box 171443 Memphis TN 38187 US Serial No.: 391233 Series Code: ...

Dental implant abutment apparatus United States Patent Application 20040076924 Kind Code A1 Kim, Soo Hong April 22, 2004 Inventors: Kim, Soo Hong; (Pusan, KR) Correspondence Name and Address: JACOBSON HOLMAN PLLC 400 SEVENTH STREET N.W. SUITE 600 WASHINGTON DC 20004 US Serial No.: 346110 Series Code: 10 Filed: January 17, 2003 Abstract Disclosed is a dental implant abutment apparatus suited for use when a dentist simultaneously impla ...

Dental implant analog having retention groove for soft tissue modeling United States Patent Application: 20030162148 Kind Code A1 Prestipino, David M. Publication Date: August 28, 2003 Inventors: Prestipino, David M.; (Star Tannery, VA) Correspondence Name and Address: JENKENS & GILCHRIST, P.C. 225 WEST WASHINGTON SUITE 2600 CHICAGO IL 60606 US Serial No.: 081422 Series Code: 10 Filed: February 22, 2002 Abstract An implant analog i ...

Dental implant anchor having internal/external wrench engaging means United States Patent Application 20040033469 Kind Code A1 Blacklock, Gordon D. February 19, 2004 Inventors: Blacklock, Gordon D.; (Albuquerque, NM) Correspondence Name and Address: Sonya C. Harris PO Box 2607 Fairfax VA 22031 US Serial No.: 218599 Series Code: 10 Filed: August 15, 2002 Abstract A screw type dental implant anchor having external, helical threads (bone ...

Dental implant and bone regeneration device and method of implementation United States Patent Application 20040170947 Kind Code A1 Publication Date; September 2, 2004 Inventors: Milne, Robert H.; (Portland, OR) Correspondence Name and Address: DELLETT AND WALTERS P. O. BOX 2786 PORTLAND OR 97208-2786 US Serial No.: 759839 Series Code: 10 Filed: January 16, 2004 Abstract A dental implant and bone preservation and regeneration arrangement an ...

Dental implant and head for a compacttion drill USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Choi, Young-Wook ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040219488 Publication Date: November 4, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Choi, Young-Wook; (Seoul, KR) ; Choi, Yong-Chang; (Seoul, KR) ; Kim, Shin-Koo; (Seoul, KR) ; Kim, Han-Gu; (Goyang, KR) ; Lee, Jai-Hyun; (Seoul, KR) Correspondence Name and Address: GREENBLUM & BERNSTEIN, P.L.C. 1950 ROLAND CLARKE PLACE RESTON VA 20191 ...

Dental implant and method of insertion United States Patent Application 20030003419 Kind Code A1 Ihde, Stefan January 2, 2003 Inventors: Ihde, Stefan; (Uetliburg, CH) Correspondence Name and Address: Robert E. Muir, Esq. Husch & Eppenberger, LLC Suite 1400 401 Main Street Peoria IL 61602-1241 US Serial No.: 163034 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 5, 2002 Abstract A one-piece dental implant for endosteal and combined endosteal/subperi ...

Dental implant and method to regain interproximal bone and reconstruct the interdental papilla United States Patent Application: 20030118968 Kind Code A1 Massoud, Yehia Aly Publication Date: June 26, 2003 Inventors: Massoud, Yehia Aly; (New York, NY) Correspondence Name and Address: YEHIA A. MASSOUD, D.D.S. 140 EAST 56TH ST., #1C NEW YORK NY 10022 US Serial No.: 022530 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 20, 2001 Abstract A dental implant an ...

Dental implant and tool and method for effecting a dental restoration using the same US Patent Office Application Number: 20050042573 Kind Code A1 Lustig, L. Paul ; et al. Publication Date: February 24, 2005 Inventors: Lustig, L. Paul; (Newton, MA) ; Castellucci, Federico; (Weston, MA) ; Tybinkowski, Andrew P.; (Boxford, MA) Correspondence Name and Address: Mark J. Pandiscio Pandiscio & Pandiscio 470 Totten Pond Road Waltham MA 02154 US Se ...

Dental implant comprising means for preventing rotation of of the superstructures United States Patent Application: 20030143514 Kind Code A1 Peltier, Guy Gabriel Publication Date: July 31, 2003 Inventors: Peltier, Guy Gabriel; (Rueil-Malmaison, FR) Correspondence Name and Address: LARSON & TAYLOR, PLC 1199 NORTH FAIRFAX STREET SUITE 900 ALEXANDRIA VA 22314 US Serial No.: 522591 Series Code: 09 Filed: March 10, 2000 Abstract Screw-in ...

Dental implant delivery system United States Patent Application 20040043358 Kind Code A1 Howlett, Charles W. ; et al. March 4, 2004 Inventors: Howlett, Charles W.; (Laguna Beach, CA) ; Bullis, Grant; (US) ; Bernardo, Angel; (Fountain Valley, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: KNOBBE MARTENS OLSON & BEAR LLP 2040 MAIN STREET FOURTEENTH FLOOR IRVINE CA 92614 US Serial No.: 341547 Series Code: 10 Filed: January 13, 2003 Abstract An ...

Dental implant fixture United States Patent Application 20040185418 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: September 23, 2004 Inventors: Schulter, Carl W.; (Memphis, TN) ; Qi, Gary; (Memphis, TN) ; Schulter, Andrew J.; (Germantown, TN) Correspondence Name and Address: S. Michael Patton Butler, Snow, O'Mara, Stevens & Cannada PLLC P.O. Box 171443 Memphis TN 38187 US Serial No.: 391079 Series Code: 10 Filed: March 18, 2003 Abstract A dental im ...

Dental Implant Fixture United States Patent Application 20030194680 Kind Code A1 Ristola, Urpo October 16, 2003 Inventors: Ristola, Urpo; (Jyvaskyla, FI) Correspondence Name and Address: YOUNG & THOMPSON 745 SOUTH 23RD STREET 2ND FLOOR ARLINGTON VA 22202 Serial No.: 430218 Series Code: 10 Filed: May 7, 2003 Abstract The present invention relates to a dental implant fixture comprising an implant root, which is adapted affixable into a jaw bone b ...

Dental implant having threads with variable depth United States Patent Application 20040063071 Kind Code A1 Schroering April 1, 2004 Inventors: Schroering; (US) Correspondence Name and Address: Joan L. Simunic 4719 Grand Dell Drive Crestwood KY 40014 US Serial No.: 260368 Series Code: 10 Filed: September 30, 2002 Abstract A dental implant having threads on the exterior surface that vary in depth but maintain an essentially constant number ...

Dental implant installation method and device United States Patent Application 20030224327 Kind Code A1 Constantino, Aziz December 4, 2003 Inventors: Constantino, Aziz; (Sao Paolo, BR) Correspondence Name and Address: Eric T. Jones Reising, Ethington, Barnes, Kisselle, Learman and McCulloch, P.C. P.O. Box 4390 Troy MI 48098 US Serial No.: 161199 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 3, 2002 Abstract A dental implant installation method an ...

Dental implant method & apparatus USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Coatoam, Gary W. US Patent Application: 20040265781 Publication Date: December 30, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Coatoam, Gary W.; (Longwood, FL) Correspondence Name and Address: William M. Hobby, III #375 157 E. New England Avenue Winter Park FL 32789 US Serial No.: 874135 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 22, 2004 Abstract: A dental implant (105,137,156) has an elongated body (100) having first and seco ...

Dental implant or the like, comprising a core and a ceramic sleeve assembled by bonding USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Benhamou, Andre US Patent Application: 20040234925 Publication Date: November 25, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Benhamou, Andre; (Balma, FR) Correspondence Name and Address: YOUNG & THOMPSON 745 SOUTH 23RD STREET 2ND FLOOR ARLINGTON VA 22202 US Serial No.: 485564 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 30, 2004 PCT Filed: Jul ...

Dental implant packaging system US Patent Office Application Number; 20050023166 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: et al. February 3, 2005 Inventors: Howlett, Charles W.; (Laguna Beach, CA) ; Bullis, Grant; (Corona, CA) ; Bernardo, Angel; (Fountain Valley, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: KNOBBE MARTENS OLSON & BEAR LLP 2040 MAIN STREET FOURTEENTH FLOOR IRVINE CA 92614 US Serial No.: 632127 Series Code: 10 Filed: July 31, 2003 Abst ...

Dental implant structure United States Patent Application 20030215769 Kind Code A1 Kim, Man Yong November 20, 2003 Inventors: Kim, Man Yong; (Goyang-si, KR) Correspondence Name and Address: Gregory P. LaPointe BACHMAN & LaPOINTE, P.C. Suite 1201 900 Chapel Street New Haven CT 06510-2802 US Serial No.: 247314 Series Code: 10 Filed: September 19, 2002 Abstract Disclosed is a dental implant which is implanted into an edentulous sit ...

Dental implant system USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Hurson, Steve US Patent Application: 20040241610 Publication Date: December 2, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Hurson, Steve; (Yorba Linda, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: KNOBBE MARTENS OLSON & BEAR LLP 2040 MAIN STREET FOURTEENTH FLOOR IRVINE CA 92614 US Serial No.: 748869 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 30, 2003 U.S. Current Class: 433/173 U.S. Class at Publication: 433/ ...

Dental implant system US Patent Office Application Number: 20050014108 Kind Code A1 Publication Date; January 20, 2005 Inventors: Wohrle, Peter S.; (Corona Del Mar, CA) ; Howlett, Charles W.; (Laguna Beach, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: KNOBBE MARTENS OLSON & BEAR LLP 2040 MAIN STREET FOURTEENTH FLOOR IRVINE CA 92614 US Serial No.: 846351 Series Code: 10 Filed: May 14, 2004 Abstract A dental implant assembly for supporting a ...

Dental implant system United States Patent Application 20040175673 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: September 9, 2004 Inventors: Zickman, Albert; (Chicago, IL) ; Lerner, Sheldon; (Brooklyn, NY) Correspondence Name and Address: Bernard Malina Malina & Wolson Suite 501 60 East 42nd Street New York NY 10165 US Serial No.: 382265 Series Code: 10 Filed: March 5, 2003 - Abstract A dental implant system includes a dental implant having ...

Dental implant system United States Patent Application 20040101808 Kind Code A1 Porter, Stephan S. ; et al. May 27, 2004 Inventors: Porter, Stephan S.; (Palm Beach Gardens, FL) ; Rogers, Dan P.; (North Palm Beach, FL) ; Goodman, Ralph E.; (West Palm Beach, FL) Correspondence Name and Address: JENKENS & GILCHRIST, P.C. 225 WEST WASHINGTON SUITE 2600 CHICAGO IL 60606 US Serial No.: 713404 Series Code: 10 Filed: November 13, 2003 Abstr ...

Dental implant system United States Patent Application 20040101807 Kind Code A1 Publication Date; May 27, 2004 Inventors: Porter, Stephan S.; (Palm Beach Gardens, FL) ; Rogers, Dan P.; (North Palm Beach, FL) ; Goodman, Ralph E.; (West Palm Beach, FL) Correspondence Name and Address: JENKENS & GILCHRIST, P.C. 225 WEST WASHINGTON SUITE 2600 CHICAGO IL 60606 US Serial No.: 713328 Series Code: 10 Filed: November 13, 2003 Abstract An impla ...

Dental implant system United States Patent Application 20050100863 Kind Code A1 Chang, Sang-Kohn May 12, 2005 Inventors: Chang, Sang-Kohn; (Daegu, KR) Correspondence Name and Address: FISH & RICHARDSON PC 225 FRANKLIN ST BOSTON MA 02110 US Serial No.: 500443 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 20, 2004 PCT Filed: January 14, 2003 PCT NO: PCT/KR03/00068 Abstract The present invention relates to an implant system for teeth, and in particu ...

Dental implant system and method Application Number: 20050064368 Kind Code A1 Kitamura, Akira ; et al. Publication Date: March 24, 2005 Inventors: Kitamura, Akira; (Nagasaki, JP) ; Kitamura, Ryoji; (Nagasaki, JP) Correspondence Name and Address: KOLISCH HARTWELL, P.C. 520 S.W. YAMHILL STREET SUITE 200 PORTLAND OR 97204 US Serial No.: 956559 Series Code: 10 Filed: October 1, 2004 Abstract A dental implant system and method are pro ...

Dental implant system and method United States Patent Application 20040063070 Kind Code A1 Morgan, Vincent J. April 1, 2004 Inventors: Morgan, Vincent J.; (Boston, MA) Correspondence Name and Address: John A, Haug P.O. Box 386 West Harwich MA 02671 US Serial No.: 662624 Series Code: 10 Filed: September 15, 2003 Abstract An integrated abutment crown (22) has an abutment portion (24) having a central portion (24a) intermediate to a post por ...

Dental implant system and method for effecting a dental restoration using the same United States Patent Application: 20030148246 Kind Code A1 Lustig, L. Paul ; et al. Publication Date: August 7, 2003 Inventors: Lustig, L. Paul; (Newton, MA) ; Castellucci, Federico; (Weston, MA) ; Tybinkowski, Andrew P.; (Boxford, MA) Correspondence Name and Address: Mark J. Pandiscio Pandiscio & Pandiscio 470 Totten Pond Road Waltham MA 02154 US Serial No.: 387226 Series Code: 10 Filed: March 12, 2003 Abstract A dental implant system and method for effecting a dental restoration using the same.

Dental implant tool with attachment feature USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Harter, Robert J. US Patent Application: 20040219478 Publication Date: November 4, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Harter, Robert J.; (La Crosse, WI) Correspondence Name and Address: ROBERT J. HARTER 4233 CLIFFSIDE DRIVE LA CROSSE WI 54601 US Serial No.: 429085 Series Code: 10 Filed: May 2, 2003 U.S. Current Class: 433/75 U.S. Class at Publication: 433/075 I ...

Dental implant vial with activation mechanism United States Patent Application 20030221977 Kind Code A1 Kumar, Ajay ; et al. December 4, 2003 Inventors: Kumar, Ajay; (Palmdale, CA) ; Aravena, Ines; (Camarillo, CA) ; Bassett, Jeff; (Vista, CA) ; Saccomanno, Mathew III; (Oceanside, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: Attention: Kenneth S. Barrow Centerpulse USA Inc. 12 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1000 Houston TX 77046 US Serial No.: 372365 Series ...

Dental implant with hardened calcium phosphate cement inside United States Patent Application 20040081941 Kind Code A1 Chern Lin, Jiin-Huey ; et al. April 29, 2004 Inventors: Chern Lin, Jiin-Huey; (Winnetka, IL) ; Ju, Chien-Ping; (Carbondale, IL) Correspondence Name and Address: BACON & THOMAS, PLLC 625 SLATERS LANE FOURTH FLOOR ALEXANDRIA VA 22314 Serial No.: 278911 Series Code: 10 Filed: October 24, 2002 - Abstract A dental implant t ...

Dental implant with porous body United States Patent Application 20040170946 Kind Code A1 Publication Date; September 2, 2004 Inventors: Lyren, Philip S.; (Houston, TX) Correspondence Name and Address: Philip S. Lyren 289 Woodland Avenue Wadsworth OH 44281 US Serial No.: 375343 Series Code: 10 Filed: February 27, 2003 Abstract A dental implant having two distinct regions, a coronal region and a bone fixation region. The coronal region has a smooth transgingival section and an interface for connecting to a dental component. The bone fixation region has an elongated cylindrical shape and is formed as a porous structure that extends completely through the bone fixation region.

DENTAL IMPLANT-CARRIER ASSEMBLY Patent number: EA3543 Publication date: 2003-06-26 Inventor: Applicant: ANITUA ALDECOA EDUARDO (ES) Classification: - international: A61C8/00 - european: A61C8/00F2; A61C8/00T Application number: EA20020000919 20010914 Priority number(s): ES20000002268 20000919; ES20010001432 20010620; WO2001ES00349 20010914 Abstract of EA3543 1. A dental implant fixture consisting of an implant with a threaded section (1), an apical end (3) with cutting e ...

Dental implant/abutment interface and system having prong and channel interconnections United States Patent Application: 20030113690 Kind Code A1 Hollander, Bruce L. ; et al. Publication Date: June 19, 2003 Inventors: Hollander, Bruce L.; (US) ; Ohana, Gilbert; (US) Correspondence Name and Address: Melvin K. Silverman Suite 500 500 West Cypress Creek Road Fort Lauderdale FL 33309 US Serial No.: 028953 Series Code: 10 Filed: December ...

Dental implantation system, support, and related methods United States Patent Application 20040161725 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: August 19, 2004 Inventors: Clement, Milton A.; (Winter Park, FL) Correspondence Name and Address: CHRISTOPHER F. REGAN, ESQUIRE ALLEN, DYER, DOPPELT, MILBRATH & GILCHRIST, P.A. P.O. Box 3791 Orlando FL 32802-3791 US Serial No.: 365769 Series Code: 10 Filed: February 13, 2003 Abstract A dental impla ...

Dental implants and dental implant/prosthetic tooth systems United States Patent Application 20050100864 Kind Code A1 Elian, Nicholas May 12, 2005 Inventors: Elian, Nicholas; (New York, NY) Correspondence Name and Address: MORGAN & FINNEGAN, L.L.P. 3 World Financial Center New York NY 10281-2101 US Serial No.: 016635 Series Code: 11 Filed: December 17, 2004 Abstract A one-piece dental implant having a longitudinal axis comprises a head po ...

Dental implants and methods for their fabrication and use Application date: 20050048440 Kind Code: A1 Feng, James C. Publication Date: March 3, 2005 Inventors: Feng, James C.; (Pasadena, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: JAMES C. FENG 201 S. CATALINA AVENUE #4 PASADENA CA 91106 US Serial No.: 649072 Series Code: 10 Filed: August 26, 2003 Abstract A dental implant for use in replacing a nonfunctional tooth includes an abutment and a b ...

Dental minipin with interchangeable abutments US Patent Office Application Number: 20050019730 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: January 27, 2005 Inventors: Gittleman, Neal B.; (Houston, TX) Correspondence Name and Address: Ezra L. Schacht 1620 West Main St. Houston TX 77006-4712 US Serial No.: 627265 Series Code: 10 Filed: July 26, 2003 Abstract A novel dental minipin implant fixture with detachable heads to accommodate either o-ring ball h ...

Dental post with flexible or non-round flange USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Lax, Steven US Patent Application: 20040241621 Publication Date: December 2, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Lax, Steven; (New York, NY) Correspondence Name and Address: NOTARO AND MICHALOS 100 DUTCH HILL ROAD SUITE 110 ORANGEBURG NY 10962-2100 US Serial No.: 883265 Series Code: 10 Filed: July 1, 2004 U.S. Current Class: 433/221 U.S. Class at Publication: ...

Dental prosthesis support and method US Patent Office Application Number: 20050019729 Kind Code A1 Fisher, Keith S. ; et al. January 27, 2005 Inventors: Fisher, Keith S.; (Orangeburg, NY) ; Cogger, John; (Santa Ana, CA) ; Fisher, Eric R.; (Nanuet, NY) ; Fisher, David H.; (Nanuet, NY) ; Khan, Shaan Y.; (Plainview, NY) Correspondence Name and Address: WALTER A. HACKLER, Ph.D. PATENT LAW OFFICE SUITE B 2372 S.E. BRISTOL STREET NEWPORT BEACH CA 9 ...

Dental tool with shear pin handle USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Walton, James US Patent Application: 20040214137 Publication Date: October 28, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Walton, James; (West Palm Beach, FL) Correspondence Name and Address: Michael A. Slavin McHale & Slavin, P.A. Suite 402 4440 PGA Boulevard Palm Beach Gardens FL 33410 US Serial No.: 423799 Series Code: 10 Filed: April 25, 2003 U.S. Current Class: 433/141; ...

Device and method for reconstruction of osseous skeletal defects USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Jamali, Amir Ali US Patent Application: 20050010304 Publication Date: January 13, 2005 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Jamali, Amir Ali; (Sacramento, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: Michael A. Oblon SHAW PITTMAN LLP 1650 Tysons Boulevard McLean VA 22102 US Serial No.: 867748 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 16, 2004 Abstract: A device for the ...

Drill measurement stops USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Abrams, Steven US Patent Application: 20040265082 Publication Date: December 30, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Abrams, Steven; (Flanders, NJ) Correspondence Name and Address: BENJAMIN APPELBAUM, PH.D. ATTORNEY AT LAW 27 BENNINGTON DRIVE FLANDERS NJ 07836 US Serial No.: 878928 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 28, 2004 Abstract: A depth stop for use with a drill bit comprises a tubular body having an opening therethr ...

Drilling guide for dental implantation United States Patent Application: 20030157457 Kind Code A1 Blacklock, Gordon D. Publication Date: August 21, 2003 Inventors: Blacklock, Gordon D.; (Albequerque, NM) Correspondence Name and Address: Sonya C. Harris PO Box 2607 Fairfax VA 22031 US Serial No.: 078002 Series Code: 10 Filed: February 20, 2002 Abstract An adjustable drilling guide, removably mountable to a patient's teeth, having a guide ...

Drilling system and method for dental implants USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Elian, Nicolas ; et al. US Patent Application: 20050003327 Publication Date: January 6, 2005 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Elian, Nicolas; (Tenafly, NJ) ; Scolnick, Jeff; (Great Neck, NY) ; Choon-Cho, Sang; (New York, NY) ; Meller, Moshe; (New York, NY) Correspondence Name and Address: FRISHAUF, HOLTZ, GOODMAN & CHICK, PC 767 THIRD AVENUE 25TH FLOOR NEW YORK NY 10017-2023 US Serial No.: 843960 ...

Driving Tool United States Patent Application: 20050120838 Kind Code A1 Gottlieb, Steven D. ; et al. Publication Date: June 9, 2005 Inventors: Gottlieb, Steven D.; (Warrenton, VA) ; Carroll, Ernest A.; (Clifton, VA) Correspondence Name and Address: BANNER DEVELOPMENT, INC. 19 CHENANGO STREET, SUITE 904 BINGHAMTON NY 13901 US Serial No.: 034967 Series Code: 11 Filed: January 14, 2005 Abstract A driving tool which slidingly penetrates and ...

Esthetic profile endosseous root-formed dental implant United States Patent Application: 20030068599 Kind Code A1 Balfour, Alan R. ; et al. Publication Date: April 10, 2003 Inventors: Balfour, Alan R.; (Petaluma, CA) ; McAllister, Bradly S.; (Tigard, OR) ; Carchidi, Joseph Edward; (West Bridgewater, MA) Correspondence Name and Address: John A. Haug P.O. Box 386 West Harwich MA 02671 US Serial No.: 265522 Series Code: 10 Filed: October 3, ...

Expandable dental implant apparatus United States Patent Application 20030124488 Kind Code A1 Gittleman, Neal B. July 3, 2003 Inventors: Gittleman, Neal B.; (Houston, TX) Correspondence Name and Address: Ezra L. Schacht 1620 West Main Street Houston TX 77006-4712 US Serial No.: 034538 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 28, 2001 Abstract A novel dental implant with flexible expansion ribs that lock into and compress the bone within a drilled ...

Expandable polymer dental implant and method of use United States Patent Application: 20030124487 Kind Code A1 McDevitt, Dennis Publication Date: July 3, 2003 Inventors: McDevitt, Dennis; (Raleigh, NC) Correspondence Name and Address: RYAN KROMHOLZ & MANION, S.C. Post Office Box 26618 Milwaukee WI 53226-0618 US Assignee Name and Adress: Incumed, Incorporated Serial No.: 034344 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 28, 2001 Abstract Systems and ...

Extension piece for a dental implant, transfer aid for transferring the position of an implant and of an extension piece, and method for producing a basis for a retention element United States Patent Application 20040180308 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: September 16, 2004 Inventors: Ebi, Daniel; (Liestal, CH) ; Herweg, Holger; (Freiburg, DE) Correspondence Name and Address: FINNEGAN, HENDERSON, FARABOW, GARRETT & DUNNER LLP 1300 I STREET, NW WASHINGTON DC ...

Fibre reinforced composite and method of forming the same USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Teo, Chieh Yin Karen ; et al. US Patent Application: 20050008984 Publication Date: January 13, 2005 Kind Code: A1 nventors: Teo, Chieh Yin Karen; (Singapore, SG) ; Fujihara, Kazutoshi; (Singapore, SG) ; Loh, Poey Ling; (Singapore, SG) ; Foong, Weng Chiong Kelvin; (Singapore, SG) ; Ganesh, Vijay Kumar; (Singapore, SG) ; Ramakrishna, Seeram; (Singapore, SG) ; Chew, Chong Lin; (Singapore, SG) ...

Flexible triple tray with hinged elements United States Patent Application 20050100855 Kind Code A1 Gittleman, Neal B. May 12, 2005 Inventors: Gittleman, Neal B.; (Houston, TX) Correspondence Name and Address: EZRA L. SCHACHT 1620 WEST MAIN STREET HOUSTON TX 77006-4712 US Serial No.: 703124 Series Code: 10 Filed: November 6, 2003 Abstract An apparatus and method to avoid dental impression material distortion comprised of dental impression ...

Healing Abutment United States Patent Application 20040038179 Kind Code A1 Kumar, Ajay ; et al. February 26, 2004 Inventors: Kumar, Ajay; (Palmdale, CA) ; Bullis, Grant; (Corona, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: KNOBBE MARTENS OLSON & BEAR LLP 2040 MAIN STREET FOURTEENTH FLOOR IRVINE CA 92614 US Serial No.: 314895 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 9, 2002 Abstract A healing abutment is provided shaping a patient's gum tissue. In one embodiment, the healing abutment includes a snapping portion that snaps into a corresponding recess that is provided in a dental implant. In another embodiment, the healing abutment includes a snapping portion that forms a friction fit with a socket of the dental implant.

Healing components for use in taking impressions and methods for making the same USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Amber, John T. ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040241611 Publication Date: December 2, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Amber, John T.; (Jupiter, FL) ; Porter, Stephan S.; (Palm Beach Gardens, FL) ; Powell, Theodore M.; (Jupiter, FL) Correspondence Name and Address: JENKENS & GILCHRIST, P.C. 225 WEST WASHINGTON SUITE 2600 CHICAGO IL 606 ...

Immediate load dental implant system and method of use United States Patent Application: 20030036036 Kind Code A1 Porter, Stephan S. ; et al. Publication Date: February 20, 2003 Inventors: Porter, Stephan S.; (Palm Beach Gardens, FL) ; Goodman, Ralph E.; (West Palm Beach, FL) Correspondence Name and Address: JENKENS & GILCHRIST, P.C. 225 WEST WASHINGTON SUITE 2600 CHICAGO IL 60606 US Serial No.: 222409 Series Code: 10 Filed: August 1 ...

Immediate load fixed-detachable dental system US Patent Office Application Number: 20050019727 Kind Code A1 Publication Date; January 27, 2005 Inventors: McGlumphy, Edwin; (Columbus, OH) ; Tames, Rafael; (Mexico, MX) ; El-Gendy, Tamer; (Dublin, OH) Correspondence Name and Address: CALFEE, HALTER & GRISWOLD, LLP 1110 FIFTH THIRD CENTER 21 EAST STATE STREET COLUMBUS OH 43215-4243 US Assignee Name and Adress: Ohio State University Serial No.: 8 ...

Immediate post-extraction implant United States Patent Application 20050084820 Kind Code A1 Ashman, Arthur ; et al. April 21, 2005 Inventors: Ashman, Arthur; (Westport, CT) ; Linkow, Leonard; (Fort Lee, NJ) Correspondence Name and Address: DARBY & DARBY P.C. P. O. BOX 5257 NEW YORK NY 10150-5257 US Serial No.: 848511 Series Code: 10 Filed: May 17, 2004 Abstract A submergible or non-submergible ("one stage") screw-type implant for use in ...

Implant coatings United States Patent Application: 20050123765 Kind Code A1 Ong, Joo L. ; et al. Publication Date: June 9, 2005 Inventors: Ong, Joo L.; (Cordova, TN) ; Satsangi, Rajiv K.; (San Antonio, TX) ; Satsangi, Neera; (San Antonio, TX) Correspondence Name and Address: MEYERTONS, HOOD, KIVLIN, KOWERT & GOETZEL, P.C. P.O. BOX 398 AUSTIN TX 78767-0398 US Serial No.: 497671 Series Code: 10 Filed: January 13, 2005 PCT Filed: Decemb ...

IMPLANT FOR IMPLANTING IN BONE TISSUE OR IN BONE TISSUE SUPPLEMENTED WITH BONE SUBSTITUTE MATERIAL Patent number: CA2496119 Publication date: 2004-03-04 Inventor: AESCHLIMANN MARCEL (CH); TORRIANI LAURENT (CH); MAYER JORG (CH) Applicant: WOODWELDING AG (CH) Classification: - international: A61C8/00; A61L27/50; A61B17/68 - european: Application number: CA20032496119 20030815 Priority number(s): WO2003CH00550 20030815 Abstract of CA2496119 The invention relates to an impla ...

Implant for use in aesthetic regions of the mouth with coloured contoured edge portion USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Shelemay, Avi ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040191727 Publication Date: September 30, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Shelemay, Avi; (Toronto, CA) ; Kehoe, Mike; (Mississauga, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: RICHES, MCKENZIE & HERBERT, LLP SUITE 1800 2 BLOOR STREET EAST TORONTO ON M4W 3J5 CA Assignee Name and Adress ...

Implant guide arrangement United States Patent Application: 20030134252 Kind Code A1 Sussman, Harold I. Publication Date: July 17, 2003 Inventors: Sussman, Harold I.; (Scarsdale, NY) Correspondence Name and Address: NOTARO AND MICHALOS 100 DUTCH HILL ROAD SUITE 110 ORANGEBURG NY 10962-2100 US Serial No.: 047962 Series Code: 10 Filed: January 16, 2002 Abstract A dental implant guide arrangement accurately guides a bur for drilling ...

Implant hole guide United States Patent Application 20040013999 Kind Code A1 Sussman, Harold I. January 22, 2004 Inventors: Sussman, Harold I.; (Scarsdale, NY) Correspondence Name and Address: NOTARO AND MICHALOS 100 DUTCH HILL ROAD SUITE 110 ORANGEBURG NY 10962-2100 US Serial No.: 615135 Series Code: 10 Filed: July 8, 2003 Abstract An implant hole guide is used in drilling a hole in jaw bone for a dental implant. A bar of the guide ...

Implant integrity measurement apparatus Patent number: US2004092945 Publication date: 2004-05-13 Inventor: FERREE BRET A (US) Applicant: Classification: - international: A61B17/58 - european: A61B17/88; A61B17/88B; A61B19/00G; A61F2/46M; A61F2/46R Application number: US20030410026 20030409 Priority number(s): US20030410026 20030409; US20020371377P 20020410 Abstract of US2004092945 Instrumentation for determining the integrity of a natural or synthetic implant includes a ...

Implant placement system USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Schuman, Walter F. ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040234922 Publication Date: November 25, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Schuman, Walter F.; (Peralta, NM) ; Blacklock, Gordan D.; (Albuquerque, NM) Correspondence Name and Address: Ray R. Regan LAW OFFICE OF RAY R. REGAN, P. A. P.O. Box 1442 Corrales NM 87048 US Serial No.: 877406 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 24, 2004 U.S. C ...

Implant provided with attachment and hole-insert parts, and a method for producing such an implant United States Patent Application: 20030158554 Kind Code A1 Hall, Jan Publication Date; August 21, 2003 Inventors: Hall, Jan; (Goteborg, SE) Correspondence Name and Address: CONNOLLY BOVE LODGE & HUTZ LLP SUITE 800 1990 M STREET NW WASHINGTON DC 20036-3425 US Serial No.: 240549 Series Code: 10 Filed: April 17, 2003 PCT Filed: April 3, ...

Implant to be implanted in bone tissue or in bone tissue supplemented with bone substitute material Patent number: US2004053196 Publication date: 2004-03-18 Inventor: MAYER JORG (CH); AESCHLIMANN MARCEL (CH); TORRIANI LAURENT (CH) Applicant: WOODWELDING AG (CH) Classification: - international: A61C8/00 - european: A61B17/68; A61B17/70; A61C8/00E Application number: US20030661692 20030912 Priority number(s): US20030661692 20030912; CH20020001452 20020823; US20030417645 20030417 ...

Implant with internal multi-lobed interlock United States Patent Application 20050095560 Kind Code A1 Hurson, Steven M. May 5, 2005 Inventors: Hurson, Steven M.; (Yorba Linda, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: KNOBBE MARTENS OLSON & BEAR LLP 2040 MAIN STREET FOURTEENTH FLOOR IRVINE CA 92614 US Serial No.: 011513 Series Code: 11 Filed: December 14, 2004 Abstract A dental implant for supporting a dental prosthesis comprises a body po ...

IMPLANT, FOR EXAMPLE DENTAL IMPLANT Patent number: WO03003939 Publication date: 2003-01-16 Inventor: HALL JAN (SE) Applicant: NOBEL BIOCARE AB (SE);; HALL JAN (SE) Classification: - international: A61C8/00; A61L27/54; A61L27/56 - european: A61C8/00E; A61F2/30L; A61L27/50; A61L27/54 Application number: WO2002SE01257 20020626 Priority number(s): SE20010002391 20010704 Abstract of WO03003939 An implant (10) has one or more surfaces (10a, 10b) with a basic or starting surface ...

Implant, in particular a dental implant United States Patent Application 20040038180 Kind Code A1 Mayer, Jorg ; et al. February 26, 2004 Inventors: Mayer, Jorg; (Niederlenz, CH) ; Aeschlimann, Marcel; (Ligerz, CH) ; Torriani, Laurent; (Biel, CH) Correspondence Name and Address: RANKIN, HILL, PORTER & CLARK, LLP 700 HUNTINGTON BUILDING 925 EUCLID AVENUE, SUITE 700 CLEVELAND OH 44115-1405 US Assignee Name and Adress: WOODWELDING AG Zurich CH ...

Impression cap United States Patent Application 20030211445 Kind Code A1 Klardie, Michael R. ; et al. November 13, 2003 Inventors: Klardie, Michael R.; (Bloomington, MN) ; Carter, Robert D.; (Apple Valley, MN) ; Swenson, Peter B.; (Eden Prairie, MN) ; Tvedt, Richard L.; (Savage, MN) ; De Angelo, John; (Hillsborough, NJ) Correspondence Name and Address: Jason R. Kraus DORSEY & WHITNEY LLP Suite 1500 50 South Sixth Street Minneapolis MN 55402-14 ...

Impression jig assembly for use with dental implants United States Patent Application: 20030104336 Kind Code A1 Sethi, Ashok ; et al. Publication Date: June 5, 2003 Inventors: Sethi, Ashok; (London, GB) ; Sochor, Peter; (Middlesex, GB) ; Weber, Heiner; (Tubingen, DE) Correspondence Name and Address: DENNISON, SCHULTZ & DOUGHERTY 1745 JEFFERSON DAVIS HIGHWAY ARLINGTON VA 22202 US Serial No.: 149403 Series Code: 10 Filed: July 30, 2002 PCT ...

Impression support system for dental implants United States Patent Application 20040018469 Kind Code A1 Summers, Robert January 29, 2004 Inventors: Summers, Robert; (Doylestown, PA) Correspondence Name and Address: Gregory J. Gore Suite 316 70 W. Oakland Ave. Doylestown PA 18901 US Serial No.: 200123 Series Code: 10 Filed: July 23, 2002 Abstract A dental implant impression confirmation system utilizes one or more telescoping crossbrac ...

Laser based metal deposition of implant structures United States Patent Application: 20050123672 Kind Code A1 Justin, Daniel F. ; et al. Publication Date: June 9, 2005 Inventors: Justin, Daniel F.; (Logan, UT) ; Stucker, Brent E.; (River Heights, UT) Correspondence Name and Address: Daniel F. Justin @ MedicineLodge Inc. 180 South 600 West Logan UT 84321 US Serial No.: 811038 Series Code: 10 Filed: March 26, 2004 Abstract A method ...

Locking-taper abutment for dental implants United States Patent Application 20050037318 Kind Code A1 Publication Date; February 17, 2005 Inventors: Han, Bum-Kyu; (Seoul, KR) Correspondence Name and Address: DELIO & PETERSON 121 WHITNEY AVENUE NEW HAVEN CT 06510 Serial No.: 915163 Series Code: 10 Filed: August 9, 2004 Abstract The present invention provides a locking-taper abutment which has a crown bonding layer having a good polishing workabil ...

Manufacturing a dental implant drill guide and a dental implant superstructure US Patent Office Application Number: 20050037320 Kind Code A1 Poirier, Michel Pulblication Date: February 17, 2005 Inventors: Poirier, Michel; (Ste-Agathe-des-Monts, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: OGILVY RENAULT 1981 MCGILL COLLEGE AVENUE SUITE 1600 MONTREAL QC H3A2Y3 CA Serial No.: 948187 Series Code: 10 Filed: September 24, 2004 Abstract Dental ...

Method and apparatus for constructing crowns, bridges and implants for dental use USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Hofmeister, Andrew ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040220691 Publication Date: November 4, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Hofmeister, Andrew; (Chanhassen, MN) ; Ledin, James; (Chanhassen, MN) ; Isaacson, Bob; (Edina, MN) ; Hultgren, Bruce; (Victoria, MN) ; Marshall, Mike; (Savage, MN) Correspondence Name and Address: MERCHANT & GOULD PC P.O. BOX 2903 ...

Method and apparatus for dental implants United States Patent Application 20030180686 Kind Code A1 Simmons, Earl Wayne JR. September 25, 2003 Inventors: Simmons, Earl Wayne JR.; (San Antonio, TX) Correspondence Name and Address: Dennis Braswell 105 Soost Ct. Mobile AL 36608 US Serial No.: 395373 Series Code: 10 Filed: March 24, 2003 Abstract A dental apparatus and method of dental reconstruction are provided in which a base (24) is set (112) into or on a jawbone, and one or more stabilizers (26) couple the base (24) to the jawbone. A dental fixture (86) is coupled (114) to the base (24). Also provided are one-piece dental implants (120 and 132).

Method and apparatus for use with dental implants USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Kliff, Howard ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040265778 Publication Date: December 30, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Kliff, Howard; (Highland Park, NJ) ; Mittler, Jordan; (Woodbury, NY) ; Scheck, Peter; (Freeport, NY) ; Wiggitt, Adam; (Randolf Center, VT) Correspondence Name and Address: FROMMER LAWRENCE & HAUG 745 FIFTH AVENUE- 10TH FL. NEW YORK NY 10151 US Serial No.: 606640 Series ...

Method and apparatus for utilizing electronic models of patient teeth in interdisciplinary dental treatment plans USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Hultgren, Bruce Willard ; et al. US Patent Application: 20050010450 Publication Date: January 13, 2005 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Hultgren, Bruce Willard; (Victoria, MN) ; Marshall, Michael C.; (Savage, MN) ; Isaacson, Robert J.; (Edina, MN) ; Ledin, Jamie; (Chanhassen, MN) Correspondence Name and Address: MERCHANT & GOULD PC ...

Method and device for determining position of dental implants USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Dadi, Michel US Patent Application: 20040219476 Publication Date: November 4, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Dadi, Michel; (Tel-Aviv, IL) Correspondence Name and Address: KNOBBE MARTENS OLSON & BEAR LLP 2040 MAIN STREET FOURTEENTH FLOOR IRVINE CA 92614 US Serial No.: 771130 Series Code: 10 Filed: February 3, 2004 U.S. Current Class: 433/7 ...

Method and manufacturing implant abutments for dental implants, and an implant abutment for a dental implant USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Uckelmann, Ingo ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040197737 Publication Date: October 7, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Uckelmann, Ingo; (Bremen, DE) ; Laschutza, Helmut; (Ritterhude, DE) Correspondence Name and Address: ALTERA LAW GROUP, LLC 6500 CITY WEST PARKWAY SUITE 100 MINNEAPOLIS MN 55344-7704 US ...

Method for fixing an implant, fixing member for the implant and implant composite United States Patent Application 20050079469 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: April 14, 2005 Inventors: Akagawa, Yasumasa; (Hiroshima, JP) ; Kubo, Takayasu; (Hiroshima, JP) ; Doi, Kazuya; (Hiroshima, JP) Correspondence Name and Address: FOLEY AND LARDNER SUITE 500 3000 K STREET NW WASHINGTON DC 20007 US Assignee Name and Adress: Yasumasa AKAGAWA TOSHIBA CERAMICS CO ...

Method for immediately placing a non-occlusive dental implant prosthesis USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Riley, Robert L. ; et al. US Patent Application: 20050008988 Publication Date: January 13, 2005 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Riley, Robert L.; (Vista, CA) ; Lyren, Philip S.; (Houston, TX) Correspondence Name and Address: CONLEY ROSE, P.C. P.O. Box 3267 Houston TX 77253-3267 S Assignee Name and Adress: Zimmer Dental Inc. Carlsbad CA Serial No.: 861324 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 4, 2004 Abstract: A method for immediately placing a non-occlusive and non-functional temporary dental implant prosthesis in the jawbone of a human patient with the prosthesis having a size and shape of a natural human tooth.

Method for manufacturing dental restorations USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database MacDougald, Joseph A. ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040245663 Publication Date: December 9, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: MacDougald, Joseph A.; (Madison, CT) ; Panzera, Carlino; (Hillsborough, NJ) ; Jia, Weitao; (Wallingford, CT) ; Brodkin, Dmitri; (Livingston, NJ) ; Schulman, Martin L.; (Orange, CT) ; Panzera, Paul; (Moorestown, NJ) ; Alpert, Bruce; (Madison, CT) Correspondence Name and Address: ...

METHOD FOR PREVENTING AND TREATING THE CASES OF PERI-IMPLANTITIS Patent number: RU2189805 Publication date: 2002-09-27 Inventor: MESHKOVA R JA; BYCHKOV V A Applicant: SMOLENSKAJA GMA Classification: - international: A61K6/00; A61C8/00 - european: Application number: RU20010106435 20010307 Priority number(s): RU20010106435 20010307 Abstract of RU2189805 medicine. SUBSTANCE: method involves introducing endogenous cytokines complex into the dental implant zone of mucous membrane of alveolar process using application method. EFFECT: accelerated implant adhesion; reduced intensity of peri-implantitis symptom manifestations. 1 tbl

Method for the manufacture of dental prosthesis frameworks of the type screwed to a plurality of osteo-integrated implants in the mandibular or maxillary bone US Patent Office Application Number: 20050019728 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: January 27, 2005 Inventors: Rostagno, Luigi; (Rivara Canavese, IT) ; Marta, Sandro; (Alpignano, IT) ; Nicli, Giuseppe; (Volpiano, IT) Correspondence Name and Address: SUGHRUE MION, PLLC 2100 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, N.W. SUITE 800 ...

Method of adjusting a drill bushing for a dental implant USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Malin, Leo J. ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040219481 Publication Date: November 4, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Malin, Leo J.; (La Crosse, WI) ; Harter, Robert J.; (La Crosse, WI) Correspondence Name and Address: ROBERT J. HARTER 4233 CLIFFSIDE DRIVE LA CROSSE WI 54601 US Serial No.: 429100 Series Code: 10 Filed: May 2, 2003 U.S. Current Cla ...

Method of bone expansion and compression for receiving a dental implant using threaded expanders US Patent Office Application Number: 20050026114 Kind Code A1 Publication Number: February 3, 2005 Inventors: Nilo, Patricio; (Pembroke Pines, FL) ; Hollander, Bruce L.; (Boca Raton, FL) Correspondence Name and Address: MELVIN K. SILVERMAN & ASSOC., P.C. SUITE 500 500 WEST CYPRESS CREEK ROAD FORT LAUDERDALE FL 33309 US Serial No.: 630478 Series ...

Method of installing a dental implant USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Malin, Leo J. US Patent Application: 20040219480 Publication Date: November 4, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Malin, Leo J.; (La Crosse, WI) Correspondence Name and Address: ROBERT J. HARTER 4233 CLIFFSIDE DRIVE LA CROSSE WI 54601 US Serial No.: 429088 Series Code: 10 Filed: May 2, 2003 U.S. Current Class: 433/75; 433/173 U.S. Class at Publication: 433/075; 433/173 ...

Method of manufacture, installation, and system for a sinus lift bone graft US Patent Office Application Number: 20050021142 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: January 27, 2005 Inventors: Ganz, Scott D.; (River Vale, NJ) ; Materna, Peter A.; (Metuchen, NJ) ; Bradbury, Thomas J.; (Yardley, PA) ; Stikeleather, Roger C.; (Doylestown, PA) ; Youssef, Adolphe H.; (Kendall Park, NJ) Correspondence Name and Address: SEED INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW GROUP PLLC 701 FIFTH AVE SUIT ...

Method of manufacturing dental restorations USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Jia, Weitao ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040249015 Publication Date: December 9, 2004 Kind Code: A! Inventors: Jia, Weitao; (Wallingford, CT) ; Jin, Shuhua; (Wallingford, CT) Correspondence Name and Address: PENTRON CORPORATION 53 NORTH PLAINS INDUSTRIAL ROAD WALLINGFORD CT 06492 US Serial No.: 862177 Series Code: 10 Filed: June 4, 2004 U.S. Current Class: ...

Methods of commissioning and manufacturing customized dental implants United States Patent Application 20050130104 Kind Code A1 Robichaud, Jean ; et al. Publication Date: June 16, 2005 Inventors: Robichaud, Jean; (Charlesbourg, CA) ; Beaumier, Marc; (St-Redempteur, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: FETHERSTONHAUGH - SMART & BIGGAR 1000 DE LA GAUCHETIERE WEST SUITE 3300 MONTREAL QC H3B 4W5 CA Assignee Name and Adress: CENTRE DE RECHERCHE E ...

Micro-implantable apparatus and method for the stability assessment of a two-stage dental implant US Patent Office Application Number: 20050026113 Kind Code A1 Publication Date; February 3, 2005 Inventors: Chen, Jiunn-Liang; (Taipei City, TW) ; Lee, Sheng-Yang; (Taipei City, TW) ; Huang, Hao-Ming; (Taipei City, TW) ; Cheng, Kuang-Yu; (Sindian City, TW) Correspondence Name and Address: DENNISON, SCHULTZ, DOUGHERTY & MACDONALD 1727 KING STREET SUITE 105 ALEXAND ...

Mill blank library and computer-implemented method for efficient selection of blanks to satisfy given criteria USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Haymann, Basil A. ; et al. US Patent Application: 20050008887 Publication Date: January 13, 2005 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Haymann, Basil A.; (Dallas, TX) ; Quadling, Mark S.; (Plano, TX) ; Quadling, Henley S.; (Addison, TX) ; Frysh, Howard; (Dallas, TX) ; Chernett, Jorey A.; (Plano, TX) Correspondence Name and Address: David H. Judson ...

Modified dental implant fixture United States Patent Application 20040142304 Kind Code A1 Publication Date: July 22, 2 Inventors: Cottrell, Richard; (Lake Forest, IL) Correspondence Name and Address: DAVID M. MUNDT, ESQ. COOK, ALEX, MCFARRON, MANZO, CUMMINGS & MEHLER, LTD. 200 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 2850 CHICAGO IL 60606 US Serial No.: 752189 Series Code: 10 Filed: January 5, 2004 Abstract A modified dental implant fixture desi ...

Modified dental implant fixture United States Patent Application: 20030104338 Kind Code A1 Cottrell, Richard Publication Date; June 5, 2003 Inventors: Cottrell, Richard; (Lake Forest, IL) Correspondence Name and Address: David M. Mundt, Esq. Cook, Alex, McFarron, Manzo, Cummings & Mehler, Ltd. 200 West Adams Street, Suite 3180 Chicago IL 60606 US Serial No.: 223773 Series Code: 10 Filed: August 19, 2002 Abstract A modified denta ...

Mount for holding and releasing dental implant components United States Patent Application 20030224326 Kind Code A1 Day, Thomas ; et al. December 4, 2003 Inventors: Day, Thomas; (Carlsbad, CA) ; Bassett, Jeff; (Vista, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: Attention: Kenneth S. Barrow Centerpulse USA Inc. 12 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1000 Houston TX 77046 US Serial No.: 372364 Series Code: 10 Filed: February 21, 2003 Abstract A mount for ...

MULTIPLE USE IMPRESSION COPING Patent number: WO2004039280 Publication date: 2004-05-13 Inventor: ENGMAN FREDRIK (SE) Applicant: NEOSS LTD (GB);; ENGMAN FREDRIK (SE) Classification: - international: A61C8/00 - european: A61C8/00B Application number: WO2003GB04521 20031020 Priority number(s): GB20020025065 20021029 Abstract of WO2004039280 A dental impression coping which includes a set of components including an attachment screw access means through the impression materia ...

Natural implant system United States Patent Application: 20030124489 Kind Code A1 Hurson, Steven M. ; et al. Publication Date: July 3, 2003 Inventors: Hurson, Steven M.; (Yorba Linda, CA) ; Dragoo, Mickey Ray; (Escondido, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: KNOBBE MARTENS OLSON & BEAR LLP 2040 MAIN STREET FOURTEENTH FLOOR IRVINE CA 92614 US Serial No.: 314454 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 5, 2002 Abstract A dental implant for ...

Organic shaped interface for dental implant devices United States Patent Application 20040121286 Kind Code A1 Aravena, Ines M. ; et al. June 24, 2004 Inventors: Aravena, Ines M.; (Camarillo, CA) ; Kumar, Ajay; (Palmdale, CA) Correspondence Name and Address: Christopher R. Kirby Centerpulse USA Inc. 12 East Greenway Plaza Suite 1000 Houston TX 77046 US Assignee Name and Adress: Zimmer Dental Inc. Serial No.: 610199 Series Code: 10 ...

Orthopedic and dental implant system and method United States Patent Application: 20050119666 Kind Code A1 Bubb, Stephen K. Publication Date: June 2, 2005 Inventors: Bubb, Stephen K.; (Kansas City, MO) Correspondence Name and Address: CHASE LAW FIRM L.C 4400 COLLEGE BOULEVARD, SUITE 130 OVERLAND PARK KS 66211 US Serial No.: 724459 Series Code: 10 Filed: November 28, 2003 Abstract A system for removing osteal cement and prosthetic joint ...

Packaging for a dental implant United States Patent Application 20050035015 Kind Code A1 Bressler, Christian ; et al. February 17, 2005 Inventors: Bressler, Christian; (Frankfurt, DE) ; Clostermann, Volkhard-Hagen; (Hagen, DE) Correspondence Name and Address: NORRIS, MCLAUGHLIN & MARCUS, P.A. 875 THIRD AVE 18TH FLOOR NEW YORK NY 10022 US Assignee Name and Adress: Heraeus Kulzer GmbH & Co. KG Gruner Weg 11 Hanau DE 63450 Serial No.: 7778 ...

Polymer composite with internally distributed deposition matter Inventors: Howdle, Steven Melvyn; (Nottingham, GB) ; Shakesheff, Kevin Morris; (Nottingham, GB) ; Whitaker, Martin James; (Nottingham, GB) ; Watson, Michael Stephen; (Nottingham, GB) Correspondence Name and Address: JACOBSON HOLMAN PLLC 400 SEVENTH STREET N.W. SUITE 600 WASHINGTON DC 20004 US Serial No.: 506618 Series Code: 10 Filed: December 7, 2004 PCT Filed: March 10, 2003 PCT ...

Polymeric dental implant USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Ilan, Daniel US Patent Application: 20040209228 Publication Date: October 21, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Ilan, Daniel; (Nofit, IL) Correspondence Name and Address: LOWE HAUPTMAN GILMAN AND BERNER, LLP 1700 DIAGONAL ROAD SUITE 300 /310 ALEXANDRIA VA 22314 US Serial No.: 476577 Series Code: 10 Filed: May 14, 2004 PCT Filed: April 21, 2002 PCT NO: PCT/IL02/00316 U.S. Cur ...

Positioning device for fitting implant-supported dental prostheses United States Patent Application 20030186187 Kind Code A1 Germanier, Yves October 2, 2003 Inventors: Germanier, Yves; (Geneve, CH) Correspondence Name and Address: STURM & FIX LLP 206 SIXTH AVENUE SUITE 1213 DES MOINES IA 50309-4076 US Serial No.: 429505 Series Code: 10 Filed: May 5, 2003 Abstract The invention concerns a positioning device for setting implanted bearin ...

Prefabricated components for dental appliances USPTO Patent Full-Text and Database Goldberg, A. Jon ; et al. US Patent Application: 20040241614 Publication Date: December 2, 2004 Kind Code: A1 Inventors: Goldberg, A. Jon; (West Hartford, CT) ; Mather, Patrick T.; (Storrs, CT) ; Weiss, Robert A.; (Mansfield, CT) ; Rojanapitayakorn, Pichet; (Bangkoknoi, TH) ; Karmaker, Ajit; (Wallingford, CT) ; Prasad, Arun; (Cheshire, CT) Correspondence Name and Address: PENTRON CORPORATION ...

Provisional dental implant for preparing an alveolus United States Patent Application 20040067467 Kind Code A1 Gault, Philippe Christian April 8, 2004 Inventors: Gault, Philippe Christian; (Orleans, FR) Correspondence Name and Address: Nixon & Vanderhye 8th Floor 1100 North Glebe Road Arlington VA 22201-4714 US Serial No.: 466079 Series Code: 10 Filed: July 11, 2003 PCT Filed: January 11, 2002 PCT NO: PCT/FR02/00097 Abstract Th ...