Sequential modules for computer aided bracketing systems and associated methods and devices

摘要

A system providing transitional bracket and transfer jig modules that have been custom designed to address a rotated or partially erupted tooth in advance of applying a computer aided bracketing system to the tooth. The transfer jigs and brackets are used until the problem tooth is moved into a position that will allow positioning of the “ideal” bracket. Once the ideal brackets are position, the treatment plan can proceed as it would with existing systems to reach the final ideal position. The transitional modules are integrated into the customized treatment plan such that the orthodontist just follows the digitized plan, including correction of misaligned teeth. The computer system that assists with defining the treatment plan takes into account the starting position of the teeth and can adjust the plan, as well as use of transitional brackets, to accommodate many more patients that have one or more problem teeth needing correction.

主权项

1. A method for computer aided tooth alignment correction, comprising:
receiving digital information regarding initial teeth positions; determining desired final teeth positions and a treatment plan of ideal brackets, ideal jigs for placing the ideal brackets in ideal positions on the teeth and wires for achieving the final teeth positions; identifying whether there will be an interference between at least one of the ideal brackets, jigs, and wires and at least one of teeth and gums; and upon identification of the interference, generating one or more sequential treatment modules, each comprising an offset bracket and an offset jig for placing the offset bracket on a specified tooth in a position offset from the ideal position for the specified tooth, to address the identified interference prior to application of the ideal bracket with the ideal jig in the ideal position to the specified tooth.