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Patent Inventor Names
David K. Cinader0
James D. Cleary0
Jirina V. Pospisil0
Date of Patent
November 28, 2006
Patent Application Number
10698285
Date Filed
October 31, 2003
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Patent abstract
An orthodontic appliance includes a latch that comprises at least one clip with a region for receiving an archwire. The clip also includes a recess for receiving a post of the appliance, and the recess is not in communication with the archwire-receiving region. The post functions to secure the clip to remaining components of the appliance, such as a body or base of the appliance. Optionally, the clip may include a second recess for receiving a second post of the appliance.
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