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Direct assembly framework for an osseointegrated implant
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1988-04-15
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Granted: 1990-04-10
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Expires: 2008-04-15
Abstract
Abstract The present invention relates to a framework adapted to be directly assembly onto an osseointegrated implant. The framework is adapted to be assembled intraorally to allow a precise adaptation of the cast member of the framework to one or more implant-supported abutments. Preferably, the framework includes first and second conical-shaped sleeves adapted to be removably supported in first and second tapered recesses of the cast member. The sleeves cooperate with and are supported by a plurality of cement layers to cushion forces applied to the abutment and to fix the position of the cast member relative to the implant during assembly.
Inventors
- 👤 Grady C. Sellers
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 21:16
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61C; A61C8/00; A61C8/0048; A61C8/0086; A61C8/0001
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 22
Claim 1
Independent Claim
121 words
A framework for a fixed/detachable prosthesis that is assembled intraorally onto at least one abutment supported by an osseointegrated implant, the framework comprising: a cast member having an upper surface and a lower surface each including a recess therein, the upper surface for supporting an aesthetic veneer; a sleeve supported on the abutment between the abutment and the recess in the lower surface; a sleeve supported in the recess in the upper surface; fastening means supported in the sleeve in the upper surface for securing the cast member to the abutment; and cement means located in the recesses in the upper and lower surfaces to provide accurate adaptation of the cast member to the abutment upon installation of the cast member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
121 words
A framework for a fixed/detachable prosthesis that is assembled intraorally onto at least one abutment supported by an osseointegrated implant, the framework comprising: a cast member having an upper surface and a lower surface each including a recess therein, the upper surface for supporting an aesthetic veneer; a sleeve supported on the abutment between the abutment and the recess in the lower surface; a sleeve supported in the recess in the upper surface; fastening means supported in the sleeve in the upper surface for securing the cast member to the abutment; and cement means located in the recesses in the upper and lower surfaces to provide accurate adaptation of the cast member to the abutment upon installation of the cast member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
41 words
The framework as described in claim 1 wherein the cement means is a cement composition having a compression strength sufficiently high enough to tolerate occlusal forces on the implant and having a modulus of elasticity sufficiently low enough to absorb shocks.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
49 words
The framework as described in claim 2 wherein the cement means includes a first layer located adjacent an outer peripheral surface of the sleeve supported on the abutment, and a second layer located adjacent the outer peripheral surface of the sleeve supported in the recess in the upper surface.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
34 words
The framework as described in claim 3 wherein the outer peripheral surface of each of the sleeves is coarse and includes a plurality of grooves for increasing the area of said outer peripheral surface.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
13 words
The framework as described in claim 4 wherein the grooves are substantially horizontal.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
26 words
The framework as described in claim 4 wherein each of the recesses is coarse and includes a plurality of grooves for increasing the surface area thereof.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
15 words
The framework as described in claim 6 wherein each of the grooves is substantially horizontal.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
49 words
The framework as described in claim 3 wherein the cement means includes a third layer located adjacent the inner peripheral surface of the sleeve supported on the abutment, and a fourth layer located adjacent the inner peripheral surface of the sleeve supported in the recess in the upper surface.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
22 words
The framework as described in claim 8 wherein each of the layers is a cement composition comprising a polymer and inorganic filler.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
24 words
The framework as described in claim 1 wherein the recesses are located in opposed facing relation along a longitudinal axis of the cast member.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
19 words
The framework as described in claim 1 wherein the sleeve includes an integral flange along a top surface thereof.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
125 words
A framework for a fixed detachable prosthesis that is assembled intraorally onto abutments supported by osseointegrated implants, the framework comprising: a one-piece cast member having an upper surface and a lower surface each including a plurality of recesses therein, the upper surface for supporting an aesthetic veneer; a substantially conical-shaped sleeve supported on each abutment; a substantially conical-shaped sleeve supported in each recess in the upper surface; fastening means for securing the cast member to the abutments, the fastening means including a plurality of coping screws each supported in a recess in the upper surface; and cement means located in the recess in the upper and lower surfaces to provide accurate adaptation of the cast member to the abutments upon installation of the cast member.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
125 words
A framework for a fixed detachable prosthesis that is assembled intraorally onto abutments supported by osseointegrated implants, the framework comprising: a one-piece cast member having an upper surface and a lower surface each including a plurality of recesses therein, the upper surface for supporting an aesthetic veneer; a substantially conical-shaped sleeve supported on each abutment; a substantially conical-shaped sleeve supported in each recess in the upper surface; fastening means for securing the cast member to the abutments, the fastening means including a plurality of coping screws each supported in a recess in the upper surface; and cement means located in the recess in the upper and lower surfaces to provide accurate adaptation of the cast member to the abutments upon installation of the cast member.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
25 words
The framework as described in claim 12 wherein the tapered recesses are located in opposed facing relation along a longitudinal axis of the cast member.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
22 words
The framework as described in claim 12 wherein the cement means is a self-cure composition comprising a polymer and an inorganic filler.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
15 words
The framework as described in claim 12 wherein the sleeves are formed of dental gold.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
14 words
The framework as described in claim 12 wherein the sleeves are formed of titanium.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
29 words
The framework as described in claim 12 wherein the outer peripheral surfaces of the sleeves include a plurality of substantially horizontal grooves for increasing the area of the sleeves.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
17 words
The framework as described in claim 12 wherein the cast member is formed of a palladium alloy.
Claim 21
Independent Claim
54 words
A method for accurately adapting a cast member on an osseointegrated implant having at least one abutment, the cast member for supporting an aesthetic veneer, comprising the steps of: supporting a sleeve on the abutment; intraorally cementing the cast member to the sleeve; and fastening the cast member to the abutment using a fastener.
Claim 22
Independent Claim
54 words
A method for accurately adapting a cast member on an osseointegrated implant having at least one abutment, the cast member for supporting an aesthetic veneer, comprising the steps of: supporting a sleeve on the abutment; intraorally cementing the cast member to the sleeve; and fastening the cast member to the abutment using a fastener.
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