US4300883A
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Orthodonic model trimmer aid
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-04-22
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Granted: 1981-11-17
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Expires: 2000-04-22
Abstract
Abstract An Orthodonic model trimmer aid is provided which consists of a work table comprising a trough portion in which is placed a sliding plate which houses a sliding angulating holder comprising a hinge and a tapered locking pin. The locking pin is placed into selected holes on an angulating fence at desired angles. A surface portion of the fence can be set at varying angles depending on the desired angle for cutting of the dental model utilizing a typical dental trimming machine.
Inventors
- 👤 John A. Mier
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 04:41
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61C; A61C19/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
111 words
An angulating device for an orthodonic model trimmer comprising: (a) A base comprising a lateral trough portion; (b) A sliding angulating holder to which is attached an arm and said holder being positioned within said trough portion of said base; (c) An angulating fence containing a vertical portion adapted for placement onto said sliding angulating holder; (d) A plate attached to a flat portion of said fence; an opening within said holder for placement of said plate; (e) Means for locking said arm and said angulating fence in a multitude of angular positions; (f) Means whereby a dental cast can be placed onto said device for the trimming of said model.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
111 words
An angulating device for an orthodonic model trimmer comprising: (a) A base comprising a lateral trough portion; (b) A sliding angulating holder to which is attached an arm and said holder being positioned within said trough portion of said base; (c) An angulating fence containing a vertical portion adapted for placement onto said sliding angulating holder; (d) A plate attached to a flat portion of said fence; an opening within said holder for placement of said plate; (e) Means for locking said arm and said angulating fence in a multitude of angular positions; (f) Means whereby a dental cast can be placed onto said device for the trimming of said model.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
The device of claim 1 containing a tapered locking pin attached to said (hinging) arm.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
The device of claim 1 containing a circular plate attached to a flat portion of said fence and a circular opening within said holder for placement of said circular plate.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
121 words
An angulating device for an orthodontic model trimmer comprising: (a) A base comprising a lateral trough portion; (b) A sliding angulating holder to which is attached an arm and said holder being positioned within said trough portion of said base; (c) A locking pin communicating with said arm; (d) An angulating fence containing a multitude of holes and containing a vertical portion adapted for placement onto said sliding angulating holder, said holes adapted for placement of said locking pin; (e) A circular plate attached to a flat portion of said fence; a circular opening within said holder for placement of said circular plate; (f) Means whereby a dental cast can be placed onto said device for the trimming of said model.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
121 words
An angulating device for an orthodontic model trimmer comprising: (a) A base comprising a lateral trough portion; (b) A sliding angulating holder to which is attached an arm and said holder being positioned within said trough portion of said base; (c) A locking pin communicating with said arm; (d) An angulating fence containing a multitude of holes and containing a vertical portion adapted for placement onto said sliding angulating holder, said holes adapted for placement of said locking pin; (e) A circular plate attached to a flat portion of said fence; a circular opening within said holder for placement of said circular plate; (f) Means whereby a dental cast can be placed onto said device for the trimming of said model.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1984-11-16 | 1985-05-18 | 1985-11-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-11-16 | 1989-05-18 | 1989-11-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-11-16 | 1993-05-18 | 1993-11-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |