Method, system and model for indirect bonding

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9956058
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15426653

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A physical model of at least a portion of a patient's dentition has model dental surfaces corresponding to real dental surfaces of the patient's dentition. The physical model includes one or more targets, each configured for facilitating placement of an orthodontic appliance on the model at a desired location. The targets lack mechanical stops that are outwardly protruding from the original model dental surfaces. Also provided are a method of manufacturing a physical model for use in indirect bonding procedures, a method for indirect bonding for use in an orthodontic procedure, a method for providing an indirect bonding transfer tray for use in an orthodontic procedure, and a system for providing a physical model for use in indirect bonding orthodontic procedures.

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ALIGN TECHNOLOGY INC2820 ORCHARD PARKWAY SAN JOSE CA 95134

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Kopelman, Avi Palo Alto, US 333 13316

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