US5087259A
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Orthopedic plate to fix in position portions of bone when reconstructing the lower jaw
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1990-12-12
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Granted: 1992-02-11
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Expires: 2010-12-12
Abstract
Abstract Described is a splint to fix in position portions of bone (5',5") when reconstructing the lower jaw, where the two end regions (1) of the splint made especially of titanium exhibit openings (6) to receive attachment screws (3), the center portion (2) of the splint can be permanently deformed by bending, and the cross section of the center portion (2) of the splint is a square (7).
Inventors
- 👤 Christian Krenkel
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 19:26
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61B; A61B17/00; A61B17/56; A61B17/58; A61B17/68; A61B17/80; A61B17/8061; A61B17/8071; A61B17/8085
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
103 words
An orthopedic plate to fix in position portions of bone during reconstruction of the lower jaw, comprising an elongate body having opposite flat end regions and a center portion; said end regions having a width and a thickness, and having a plurality of openings through the thickness for receiving attachment screws; said center portion extending between said end regions in a plane perpendicular to the axis of said openings, wherein said center portion is composed of a material which can be permanently deformed by bending; and wherein the center portion of the plate is essentially in the shape of a square in cross-section.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
103 words
An orthopedic plate to fix in position portions of bone during reconstruction of the lower jaw, comprising an elongate body having opposite flat end regions and a center portion; said end regions having a width and a thickness, and having a plurality of openings through the thickness for receiving attachment screws; said center portion extending between said end regions in a plane perpendicular to the axis of said openings, wherein said center portion is composed of a material which can be permanently deformed by bending; and wherein the center portion of the plate is essentially in the shape of a square in cross-section.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
Orthopedic plate as claimed in claim 4, wherein the corners of the square forming the cross-section are rounded off.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
Orthopedic plate as claimed in claim 1, wherein said opposite end regions are comprised of titanium.
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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) | 1995-02-10 | 1995-08-12 | 1996-02-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1999-02-10 | 1999-08-12 | 2000-02-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2003-02-10 | 2003-08-12 | 2004-02-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |