David R Musich

US Patent:

20130295515, Nov 7, 2013

Filed:

May 1, 2013

Appl. No.:

13/874578

Inventors:

David R Musich - Inverness IL, US
Paul Gange - Itasca IL, US

International Classification:

A61C 7/00

US Classification:

433 18, 433 24

Abstract:

An orthodontic arch stabilization device comprises a plurality of “s” shaped links connected, in double rows; to form an elongated chain is provided. The device is secured through selected links directly to a patient's teeth which are to be stabilized. The links can be rigid and of metal, such as stainless steel or a noble metal. A method of stabilizing teeth employs the arch stabilization device includes preparing the lingual surfaces of the teeth to be stabilized, applying adhesive to the lingual surfaces of the teeth, placing the device in direct contact with the adhesive on the lingual surfaces to affix the device in close proximity to the teeth within the mouth.

US Patent:

59645890, Oct 12, 1999

Filed:

Mar 5, 1998

Appl. No.:

9/035253

Inventors:

David R. Musich - Inverness IL

International Classification:

A61C 300

US Classification:

433 20

Abstract:

An orthodontic arch stabilization device comprises a plurality of links connected to form an elongated chain is secured through selected links directly or through bracket bases to a patient's teeth which are to be stabilized. The links can be rigid and of metal, such as stainless steel or a noble metal. A method of stabilizing teeth employs the arch stabilization device and includes preparing the lingual surfaces of the teeth to be stabilized, applying adhesive to the lingual surfaces of the teeth, placing the device in passive contact with the adhesive on the lingual surfaces, and at least partially curing the adhesive.