A water coolant circuit for a dental unit includes a plurality of defined dental device positions to which dental devices that use water coolant can be connected and a water coolant valve connected to the plurality of dental device positions and connectible to a pressurized water coolant source. The water coolant valve is operable via pulse width modulation (PWM) and selectively controllable to supply the water coolant from the water coolant source to at least one of the plurality of dental device positions at a time. The water coolant valve used for the plurality of dental device positions can have an associated water holdback valve for each of the dental device positions. A new proportional air coolant valve is described.
A water coolant circuit for a dental unit includes a plurality of defined dental device positions to which dental devices that use water coolant can be connected and a water coolant valve connected to the plurality of dental device positions and connectible to a pressurized water coolant source. The water coolant valve is operable via pulse width modulation (PWM) and selectively controllable to supply the water coolant from the water coolant source to at least one of the plurality of dental device positions at a time. The water coolant valve used for the plurality of dental device positions can have an associated water holdback valve for each of the dental device positions. A new proportional air coolant valve is described.
Dental operatories with a plurality of networked devices may only require firmware updates for a subset of the devices. In embodiments, the plurality of networked devices are queried to determine a current firmware revision for each device. An update service then builds an update package that only includes firmware update images for those devices determined to have out of date firmware, thereby saving time and network bandwidth. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
Dental operatories with a plurality of networked devices may only require firmware updates for a subset of the devices. In embodiments, the plurality of networked devices are queried to determine a current firmware revision for each device. An update service then builds an update package that only includes firmware update images for those devices determined to have out of date firmware, thereby saving time and network bandwidth. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
G06F 8/71 - Version control ; Configuration management
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
A dental equipment service application that allows for capture of an image of a component of a dental equipment, and using the image to search for a replacement, is described. In embodiments, the image is used to search a database of replacement parts, such as with a machine learning algorithm. Possible replacement parts may be provided via an API to facilitate purchase. The application may further allow access to diagnostic information on the equipment and documentation relevant to the replacement parts. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
G16H 40/40 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities; ICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management of medical equipment or devices, e.g. scheduling maintenance or upgrades
A dental equipment service application that allows for capture of an image of a component of a dental equipment, and using the image to search for a replacement, is described. In embodiments, the image is used to search a database of replacement parts, such as with a machine learning algorithm. Possible replacement parts may be provided via an API to facilitate purchase. The application may further allow access to diagnostic information on the equipment and documentation relevant to the replacement parts. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
(1) Dental instruments
(2) Dental instruments, namely, vacuums; dental instruments, namely, dental air compressors for providing air pressure to dental devices for use during diagnostic and therapeutic treatment;
Systems and methods for synchronizing icons across interfaces for a dental chair are disclosed. In embodiments, a dental chair has a first interface and a second interface. Each interface includes a plurality of icons that graphically depict a stored position that can be actuated to command the chair to the stored position. The chair's position may be adjusted, and the adjusted position stored to one of the icons. Upon storage, the corresponding icon on both the first and second interfaces are updated to graphically depict the new stored position. Profiles that allow selection of different sets of stored positions may be provided. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
A61G 15/02 - Chairs with means to adjust position of patient; Controls therefor
G06F 3/04817 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] based on specific properties of the displayed interaction object or a metaphor-based environment, e.g. interaction with desktop elements like windows or icons, or assisted by a cursor's changing behaviour or appearance using icons
G06F 3/0488 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures
G06F 3/0482 - Interaction with lists of selectable items, e.g. menus
G06F 3/04847 - Interaction techniques to control parameter settings, e.g. interaction with sliders or dials
Systems and methods for synchronizing icons across interfaces for a dental chair are disclosed. In embodiments, a dental chair has a first interface and a second interface. Each interface includes a plurality of icons that graphically depict a stored position that can be actuated to command the chair to the stored position. The chair's position may be adjusted, and the adjusted position stored to one of the icons. Upon storage, the corresponding icon on both the first and second interfaces are updated to graphically depict the new stored position. Profiles that allow selection of different sets of stored positions may be provided. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A61G 7/012 - Beds specially adapted for nursing; Devices for lifting patients or disabled persons having adjustable mattress frame raising or lowering of the whole mattress frame
A47C 3/20 - Chairs or stools with vertically-adjustable seats
An apparatus to support dental simulation, the apparatus including a torso to support a dental simulation manikin, an arm rotatably coupled to the torso, the torso rotatable along a first axis with respect to the arm, and a connector base to rotatably couple the arm to a hub portion, the connector base rotatable along a second axis, the second axis different than the first axis.
A method for automatically initiating a dental handpiece waterline flushing mode in a dental delivery system comprises detecting whether at least first and second handpiece waterlines from a plurality of handpiece waterlines are removed from respective first and second rest positions of a control head for the dental delivery system. According to some implementations, if it is determined that no additional dental handpiece waterline which is flushable remains in a rest position of the control head, then the dental handpiece waterline flushing mode is automatically initiated for the first and second dental handpiece waterlines. In some implementations, a display is updated to provide information to a user, and an input from the user is received to begin flushing.
A method for automatically initiating a dental handpiece waterline flushing mode in a dental delivery system comprises detecting whether at least first and second handpiece waterlines from a plurality of handpiece waterlines are removed from respective first and second rest positions of a control head for the dental delivery system. According to some implementations, if it is determined that no additional dental handpiece waterline which is flushable remains in a rest position of the control head, then the dental handpiece waterline flushing mode is automatically initiated for the first and second dental handpiece waterlines. In some implementations, a display is updated to provide information to a user, and an input from the user is received to begin flushing.
A method for automatically initiating a dental handpiece waterline flushing mode in a dental delivery system includes detecting whether at least first and second handpiece waterlines from a plurality of handpiece waterlines are removed from respective first and second rest positions of a control head for the dental delivery system. According to some implementations, if it is determined that no additional dental handpiece waterline which is flushable remains in a rest position of the control head, then the dental handpiece waterline flushing mode is automatically initiated for the first and second dental handpiece waterlines. In some implementations, a display is updated to provide information to a user, and an input from the user is received to begin flushing.
A dental light comprises at least one light emitting diode light source configured to produce a light beam and at least one collimating lens system situated to receive the light beam. The collimating lens system is configured to collect and collimate the light beam. The collimating lens system can additionally modify the beam through controlled diffusion or shape the beam using an aperture.
F21V 29/70 - Cooling arrangements characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks
F21V 29/507 - Cooling arrangements characterised by the adaptation for cooling of specific components of means for protecting lighting devices from damage, e.g. housings
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
F21K 9/62 - Optical arrangements integrated in the light source, e.g. for improving the colour rendering index or the light extraction using mixing chambers, e.g. housings with reflective walls
A61B 1/06 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements
A61B 1/24 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor for the mouth, i.e. stomatoscopes, e.g. with tongue depressors; Instruments for opening or keeping open the mouth
A61C 1/08 - Machine parts specially adapted for dentistry
F21V 5/04 - Refractors for light sources of lens shape
F21V 21/28 - Pivoted arms adjustable in more than one plane
F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
A dental chair assembly comprises a base, a support, a first pivot mount and a second pivot mount. The support is configured to support a chair seat defined to extend in a forward direction and a chair back positioned rearward of the chair seat. The support has a forward side, an opposite rearward side and a longitudinal axis extending through the forward and rearward sides. The first pivot mount is positioned along the longitudinal axis forward of the rear side of the support and configured to support at least one movable arm. The first pivot mount defines a first upright pivot axis. The second pivot mount is positioned along the longitudinal axis and spaced forwardly from the first pivot mount. The second pivot mount is configured to support at least one movable arm and defines a second upright pivot axis parallel to the first upright pivot axis.
A conduit guide includes a main body having a first and second portions, the first portion being configured for attachment to a dental delivery unit, the main body defining a channel along at least a portion of its length configured to receive a utility conduit. A positioning assembly is disposed within the main body, and includes a first attachment member, a second attachment member, a biasing member, and an adjustment member. The biasing member is coupled to the first attachment member and to the second attachment member, and extends between the first attachment member and the second attachment member. The adjustment member is coupled to the biasing member and configured to axially move the biasing member to adjust a position of the conduit guide. The conduit guide is configured such that at least the adjustment member of the positioning assembly can be selectively accessed and enclosed within the main body.
A dental delivery system can comprise a first fluid conduit for supplying fluid via the delivery system to a handpiece connected to a distal end of the conduit, a plurality of flow control adjusters positioned on the delivery system at a location remote from the at least one fluid conduit, and an indicator circuit comprising a plurality of sensors and a plurality of indicators corresponding to the plurality of flow control adjusters. A first flow control adjuster of the plurality of flow control adjusters can be operable to change a fluid flow rate in the first fluid conduit. A first sensor of the plurality of sensors can be operable to trigger a first indicator of the plurality of indicators in response to predetermined motion of the first fluid conduit to indicate that the first flow control adjuster is associated with the first fluid conduit.
A conduit guide includes a main body having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion being configured for attachment to a dental delivery unit, the main body defining a channel along at least a portion of its length configured to receive a utility conduit. A positioning assembly is disposed within the main body, and includes a first attachment member, a second attachment member, a biasing member, and an adjustment member. The biasing member is coupled to the first attachment member and to the second attachment member, and extends between the first attachment member and the second attachment member. The adjustment member is coupled to the biasing member and configured to axially move the biasing member to adjust a position of the conduit guide. The conduit guide is configured such that at least the adjustment member of the positioning assembly can be selectively accessed and enclosed within the main body.
A dental delivery system can comprise a first fluid conduit for supplying fluid via the delivery system to a handpiece connected to a distal end of the conduit, a plurality of flow control adjusters positioned on the delivery system at a location remote from the at least one fluid conduit, and an indicator circuit comprising a plurality of sensors and a plurality of indicators corresponding to the plurality of flow control adjusters. A first flow control adjuster of the plurality of flow control adjusters can be operable to change a fluid flow rate in the first fluid conduit. A first sensor of the plurality of sensors can be operable to trigger a first indicator of the plurality of indicators in response to predetermined motion of the first fluid conduit to indicate that the first flow control adjuster is associated with the first fluid conduit.
A shelf for a dental delivery system comprises a shelf member and device mounting locations on the shelf member. The shelf member is shaped to fit within a dental delivery system housing. The shelf member is movable between at least a closed position and an open position. The device mounting locations define locations devices can be coupled. According to another implementation, a dental delivery system comprising a housing defining an interior, at least one connection extending from the housing to a dental handpiece holding area, a removable cover and a shelf member movable between at least open and closed positions is described.
A dental delivery system can comprise a first fluid conduit for supplying fluid via the delivery system to a handpiece connected to a distal end of the conduit, a plurality of flow control adjusters positioned on the delivery system at a location remote from the at least one fluid conduit, and an indicator circuit comprising a plurality of sensors and a plurality of indicators corresponding to the plurality of flow control adjusters. A first flow control adjuster of the plurality of flow control adjusters can be operable to change a fluid flow rate in the first fluid conduit. A first sensor of the plurality of sensors can be operable to trigger a first indicator of the plurality of indicators in response to predetermined motion of the first fluid conduit to indicate that the first flow control adjuster is associated with the first fluid conduit.
A dental chair assembly comprises a base, a support, a first pivot mount and a second pivot mount. The support is configured to support a chair seat defined to extend in a forward direction and a chair back positioned rearward of the chair seat. The support has a forward side, an opposite rearward side and a longitudinal axis extending through the forward and rearward sides. The first pivot mount is positioned along the longitudinal axis forward of the rear side of the support and configured to support at least one movable arm. The first pivot mount defines a first upright pivot axis. The second pivot mount is positioned along the longitudinal axis and spaced forwardly from the first pivot mount. The second pivot mount is configured to support at least one movable arm and defines a second upright pivot axis parallel to the first upright pivot axis.
A shelf for a dental delivery system comprises a shelf member and device mounting locations on the shelf member. The shelf member is shaped to fit within a dental delivery system housing. The shelf member is movable between at least a closed position and an open position. The device mounting locations define locations devices can be coupled. According to another implementation, a dental delivery system comprising a housing defining an interior, at least one connection extending from the housing to a dental handpiece holding area, a removable cover and a shelf member movable between at least open and closed positions is described.
A dental chair assembly comprises a base, a support, a first pivot mount and a second pivot mount. The support is configured to support a chair seat defined to extend in a forward direction and a chair back positioned rearward of the chair seat. The support has a forward side, an opposite rearward side and a longitudinal axis extending through the forward and rearward sides. The first pivot mount is positioned along the longitudinal axis forward of the rear side of the support and configured to support at least one movable arm. The first pivot mount defines a first upright pivot axis. The second pivot mount is positioned along the longitudinal axis and spaced forwardly from the first pivot mount. The second pivot mount is configured to support at least one movable arm and defines a second upright pivot axis parallel to the first upright pivot axis.
A conduit guide includes a main body having a first and second portions, the first portion being configured for attachment to a dental delivery unit, the main body defining a channel along at least a portion of its length configured to receive a utility conduit. A positioning assembly is disposed within the main body, and includes a first attachment member, a second attachment member, a biasing member, and an adjustment member. The biasing member is coupled to the first attachment member and to the second attachment member, and extends between the first attachment member and the second attachment member. The adjustment member is coupled to the biasing member and configured to axially move the biasing member to adjust a position of the conduit guide. The conduit guide is configured such that at least the adjustment member of the positioning assembly can be selectively accessed and enclosed within the main body.
A shelf for a dental delivery system comprises a shelf member and device mounting locations on the shelf member. The shelf member is shaped to fit within a dental delivery system housing. The shelf member is movable between at least a closed position and an open position. The device mounting locations define locations devices can be coupled. According to another implementation, a dental delivery system comprising a housing defining an interior, at least one connection extending from the housing to a dental handpiece holding area, a removable cover and a shelf member movable between at least open and closed positions is described.
A system comprises a plurality of nodes connected in a peer-to-peer network via a communication interface. At least one node of the plurality of nodes comprises a transceiver, at least two connectors, at least one termination resistance module coupled to the transceiver, the at least one termination resistance module providing termination resistance within the node, a first detection circuit coupled to a first connector of the at least two connectors, and a second detection circuit coupled to a second connector of the at least two connectors. The first and second detection circuits are configured to detect that the node is coupled to one or more other nodes in the peer-to-peer network, and automatically adjust the termination resistance based on the detecting.
A dental light comprises at least one light emitting diode light source configured to produce a light beam and at least one collimating lens system situated to receive the light beam. The collimating lens system is configured to collect and collimate the light beam. The collimating lens system can additionally modify the beam through controlled diffusion or shape the beam using an aperture.
F21V 29/70 - Cooling arrangements characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks
F21V 29/507 - Cooling arrangements characterised by the adaptation for cooling of specific components of means for protecting lighting devices from damage, e.g. housings
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
F21K 9/62 - Optical arrangements integrated in the light source, e.g. for improving the colour rendering index or the light extraction using mixing chambers, e.g. housings with reflective walls
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A61C 1/08 - Machine parts specially adapted for dentistry
F21V 5/04 - Refractors for light sources of lens shape
F21V 21/28 - Pivoted arms adjustable in more than one plane
F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
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(1) Dental equipment upholstery cleaners and conditioners;
(2) Biocides for dental unit waterlines; biocides for waterlines in dental units and other professional dental devices; antiseptic, sanitizing and disinfecting wipes and cleaners for controlling infections in dental offices;
(3) Computer application software for computers, handheld computers, and tablet computers, namely, software for use in controlling the functions of dental chairs and dental devices; mounts for computer monitors; computer hardware; computer hardware for controlling the functions of dental chairs and dental devices; touch screens; dental equipment, namely, junction boxes;
(4) Medical and dental apparatus and instruments for use in dental procedures, namely, oral irrigators, implant-supported bridges for dental purposes, and structural parts and fittings therefore; dental equipment, namely, dental handpieces being dental drills, dental syringes, cuspidors, dental trays for holding dental equipment, carts specifically adapted for mounting dental instruments, delivery system and power supply for controlling the flow of air and water to dental hand pieces being dental drills, saliva ejectors, extractors, tooth dryers, teeth cleaning equipment in the nature of oral evacuators for removing particles from the oral cavity, dental accessory support structures being dental instruments and intra-oral cameras, vacuum valves, ancillary housings for holding dental accessories, amalgam separator housings; dental equipment, namely, dental chairs and delivery systems with control pads for supplying air and treated or self-contained untreated water to dental handpieces and dental implements; dental led lights and structural parts and fittings therefore and intra-oral light systems; dental chairs; cabinets customized for holding dental delivery systems and dental supplies; dental examination and dental operatory chairs and support arms and attachments therefor; dental examination and dental operatory apparatus for controlling flow of air/water to dental handpieces and instruments; dental instruments, namely, vacuums and air compressors; dental covers for protection of dental equipment, dental lights, and dental chairs;
(5) Dental equipment, namely, water heaters with heated syringe tubing for dental use;
A positive positioning device comprises a plurality of stacked plates, a body, a spring-biased piston and a piston release device. The plurality of stacked plates have a central opening defined to receive a pivot shaft. The body houses the plurality of stacked plates and has an internal bore within which a cylinder is defined. The spring-biased piston is shaped to slide within the bore to apply a force to the stacked plates to resist rotation of a pivot shaft inserted through the central opening in the stacked plates. The piston release device is actuatable by a user to release the piston to decrease force applied to the stacked plates and allow free rotation of the pivot shaft.
F16M 11/06 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
A61G 15/14 - Dental work stands; Accessories therefor
A positive positioning device comprises a plurality of stacked plates, a body, a spring-biased piston and a piston release device. The plurality of stacked plates have a central opening defined to receive a pivot shaft. The body houses the plurality of stacked plates and has an internal bore within which a cylinder is defined. The spring-biased piston is shaped to slide within the bore to apply a force to the stacked plates to resist rotation of a pivot shaft inserted through the central opening in the stacked plates. The piston release device is actuatable by a user to release the piston to decrease force applied to the stacked plates and allow free rotation of the pivot shaft.
F16M 11/06 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting
A61G 15/14 - Dental work stands; Accessories therefor
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
A positive positioning device comprises a plurality of stacked plates, a body, a spring-biased piston and a piston release device. The plurality of stacked plates have a central opening defined to receive a pivot shaft. The body houses the plurality of stacked plates and has an internal bore within which a cylinder is defined. The spring-biased piston is shaped to slide within the bore to apply a force to the stacked plates to resist rotation of a pivot shaft inserted through the central opening in the stacked plates. The piston release device is actuatable by a user to release the piston to decrease force applied to the stacked plates and allow free rotation of the pivot shaft.
B25J 19/00 - Accessories fitted to manipulators, e.g. for monitoring, for viewing; Safety devices combined with or specially adapted for use in connection with manipulators
A61G 15/16 - Storage, holding or carrying means for dental handpieces or the like
F16D 25/0638 - Fluid-actuated clutches in which the fluid actuates a piston incorporated in the clutch the clutch having friction surfaces with clutch members exclusively moving axially with flat friction surfaces, e.g. discs with more than two discs, e.g. multiple lamellae
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Chemical additives to maintain water quality in a dental water system Biocides for dental unit waterlines; biocides for waterlines in dental units and other professional dental devices downloadable computer application software for computers, namely, software for use in controlling the functions of dental chairs and dental devices; recorded computer application software for computers, namely, software for use in controlling the functions of dental chairs and dental devices Surgical apparatus and instruments, and parts and fittings therefor; medical apparatus and instruments for use in dental procedures, namely, tooth restoration, crown preparation, endodontic, orthodontic, hygiene, and implant procedures, and parts and fittings therefor; dental apparatus and instruments for use in dental procedures, namely, tooth restoration, crown preparation, endodontic, orthodontic, hygiene, and implant procedures, and parts and fittings therefor; dental equipment, namely, dental handpieces, dental syringes, cuspidors, dental trays for holding dental equipment, carts for mounting dental equipment, delivery system and power supply for controlling the flow of air and water to dental hand pieces, saliva ejectors, extractors, tooth dryers, teeth cleaning equipment in the nature of ultrasonic scalers and polishers, oral evacuators for removing particles from the oral cavity, accessory support structures and intra-oral cameras, water heaters with heated syringe tubing for dental use, vacuum valves, junction boxes, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, ancillary housings for holding dental accessories, amalgam separator housings; dental equipment, namely, dental chairs and delivery systems with control units for supplying air and treated and/or self-contained untreated water to dental handpieces and implements and for supplying information to dentists and dental assistants; dental lights and apparatus and parts and fittings therefor and intra-oral light systems; dental chairs; dental examination and dental operatory chairs and support arms and attachments therefor; dental examination and dental operatory apparatus for controlling flow of air/water to dental handpieces and instruments; dental instruments, namely, vacuums and air compressors; and parts and fittings for all the aforesaid goods
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Chemical additives to maintain water quality in a dental water system Biocides for dental unit waterlines; biocides for waterlines in dental units and other professional dental devices downloadable computer application software for computers, namely, software for use in controlling the functions of dental chairs and dental devices; recorded computer application software for computers, namely, software for use in controlling the functions of dental chairs and dental devices Surgical apparatus and instruments, and parts and fittings therefor; medical apparatus and instruments for use in dental procedures, namely, tooth restoration, crown preparation, endodontic, orthodontic, hygiene, and implant procedures, and parts and fittings therefor; dental apparatus and instruments for use in dental procedures, namely, tooth restoration, crown preparation, endodontic, orthodontic, hygiene, and implant procedures, and parts and fittings therefor; dental equipment, namely, dental handpieces, dental syringes, cuspidors, dental trays for holding dental equipment, carts for mounting dental equipment, delivery system and power supply for controlling the flow of air and water to dental hand pieces, saliva ejectors, extractors, tooth dryers, teeth cleaning equipment in the nature of ultrasonic scalers and polishers, oral evacuators for removing particles from the oral cavity, accessory support structures and intra-oral cameras, water heaters with heated syringe tubing for dental use, vacuum valves, junction boxes, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, ancillary housings for holding dental accessories, amalgam separator housings; dental equipment, namely, dental chairs and delivery systems with control units for supplying air and treated and/or self-contained untreated water to dental handpieces and implements and for supplying information to dentists and dental assistants; dental lights and apparatus and parts and fittings therefor and intra-oral light systems; dental chairs; dental examination and dental operatory chairs and support arms and attachments therefor; dental examination and dental operatory apparatus for controlling flow of air/water to dental handpieces and instruments; dental instruments, namely, vacuums and air compressors; and parts and fittings for all the aforesaid goods
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(1) Dental equipment upholstery cleaners and conditioners
(2) Antiseptic, sanitizing and disinfecting wipes and cleaners
(3) Dental plastic covers for protection of dental equipment, dental lights, dental chairs; Bacteria barriers, namely, plastic covers used as a protective germ shield barrier in the dental field (1) Providing extended warranties on dental equipment and products
A dental light comprises at least one light emitting diode light source configured to produce a light beam and at least one collimating lens system situated to receive the light beam. The collimating lens system is configured to collect and collimate the light beam. The collimating lens system can additionally modify the beam through controlled diffusion or shape the beam using an aperture.
A61B 1/06 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements
A61B 1/24 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor for the mouth, i.e. stomatoscopes, e.g. with tongue depressors; Instruments for opening or keeping open the mouth
A61C 1/08 - Machine parts specially adapted for dentistry
F21K 9/62 - Optical arrangements integrated in the light source, e.g. for improving the colour rendering index or the light extraction using mixing chambers, e.g. housings with reflective walls
F21V 29/507 - Cooling arrangements characterised by the adaptation for cooling of specific components of means for protecting lighting devices from damage, e.g. housings
A system comprises a plurality of nodes connected in a peer-to-peer network via a communication interface. At least one node of the plurality of nodes comprises a transceiver, at least two connectors, at least one termination resistance module coupled to the transceiver, the at least one termination resistance module providing termination resistance within the node, a first detection circuit coupled to a first connector of the at least two connectors, and a second detection circuit coupled to a second connector of the at least two connectors. The first and second detection circuits are configured to detect that the node is coupled to one or more other nodes in the peer-to-peer network, and automatically adjust the termination resistance based on the detecting.
A dental light comprises at least one light emitting diode light source configured to produce a light beam and at least one collimating lens system situated to receive the light beam. The collimating lens system is configured to collect and collimate the light beam. The collimating lens system can additionally modify the beam through controlled diffusion or shape the beam using an aperture.
A61B 1/06 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements
F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
F21V 29/70 - Cooling arrangements characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks
F21V 11/08 - Screens not covered by groups , , or using diaphragms containing one or more apertures
F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
F21K 9/62 - Optical arrangements integrated in the light source, e.g. for improving the colour rendering index or the light extraction using mixing chambers, e.g. housings with reflective walls
F21V 29/507 - Cooling arrangements characterised by the adaptation for cooling of specific components of means for protecting lighting devices from damage, e.g. housings
F21V 21/28 - Pivoted arms adjustable in more than one plane
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
A61B 1/24 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor for the mouth, i.e. stomatoscopes, e.g. with tongue depressors; Instruments for opening or keeping open the mouth
F21V 5/04 - Refractors for light sources of lens shape
F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements
A seat assembly for task-oriented seating comprises a seat support and a seat coupled to the seat support. The seat is movable under load, such as from the user's weight and movements, relative to the seat support. The seat has a cushion molded over a supporting armature with multiple bias elements. The seat and seat support are configured to deflect by predetermined amounts at defined locations over an extent of the seat assembly. In this way, the seat assembly provides for a range of comfortable and effective positions for users engaged in different active motions and having different preferences and sizes.
A height adjusting mechanism for a dentistry stool comprises a support member, a movable height adjusting assembly and a pushbutton actuator. The support member is coupleable to the stool adjacent a seat of the stool. The movable height adjusting assembly is selectively movable up and down relative to the support member. The pushbutton actuator is positionable on a side of the movable height adjusting assembly adjacent a seated user, and is manually actuatable by the seated user to release the movable height adjusting assembly from a locked position at a current height to allow the movable height adjusting assembly to be moved to a new height. The height adjusting mechanism can be implemented to provide a height-adjustable seat back and/or a height-adjustable torso bar.
A shelf assembly comprises a shelf, an arm having a distal end and a proximal end, a first pivot connection between the shelf and the distal end of the arm, and a second pivot connection between the proximal end of the arm and a base. The base comprises a drawer movable in translation between at least a storage position and an operating position. A cabinet for a swing-out shelf is also described.
A61G 15/16 - Storage, holding or carrying means for dental handpieces or the like
A47B 46/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, having one or more surfaces adapted to be brought into position for use by extending or pivoting
A47B 88/40 - Sliding drawers; Slides or guides therefor
A47B 49/00 - Revolving cabinets or racks; Cabinets or racks with revolving parts
A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports
A47B 81/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units specially adapted for other particular purposes, e.g. for storing guns or skis
A61G 15/14 - Dental work stands; Accessories therefor
A47B 88/919 - Accessories or additional elements for drawers, e.g. drawer lighting
A foot for a cabinet comprises a body having a longitudinal axis, an upper end and a lower end, a leveler adjustably connected to the lower end of the body and mounting locations. The leveler is adjustable to vary a longitudinal dimension of the foot. The mounting locations are on the body and ferromagnetically couple one or more foundation members in place adjacent the foot. A foot system and other components are also described.
A system comprises a plurality of nodes connected in a peer-to-peer network via a communication interface. At least one node of the plurality of nodes comprises a transceiver, at least two connectors, at least one termination resistance module coupled to the transceiver, the at least one termination resistance module providing termination resistance within the node, a first detection circuit coupled to a first connector of the at least two connectors, and a second detection circuit coupled to a second connector of the at least two connectors. The first and second detection circuits are configured to detect that the node is coupled to one or more other nodes in the peer-to-peer network, and automatically adjust the termination resistance based on the detecting.
A dental light comprises at least one light emitting diode light source configured to produce a light beam and at least one collimating lens system situated to receive the light beam. The collimating lens system is configured to collect and collimate the light beam. The collimating lens system can additionally modify the beam through controlled diffusion or shape the beam using an aperture.
A61B 1/06 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements
F21V 29/70 - Cooling arrangements characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks
F21V 29/00 - Protecting lighting devices from thermal damage; Cooling or heating arrangements specially adapted for lighting devices or systems
F21V 29/507 - Cooling arrangements characterised by the adaptation for cooling of specific components of means for protecting lighting devices from damage, e.g. housings
F21K 9/62 - Optical arrangements integrated in the light source, e.g. for improving the colour rendering index or the light extraction using mixing chambers, e.g. housings with reflective walls
A61B 1/24 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes; Illuminating arrangements therefor for the mouth, i.e. stomatoscopes, e.g. with tongue depressors; Instruments for opening or keeping open the mouth
A61C 1/08 - Machine parts specially adapted for dentistry
F21V 5/04 - Refractors for light sources of lens shape
F21V 21/28 - Pivoted arms adjustable in more than one plane
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
A height adjusting mechanism for a dentistry stool comprises a support member, a movable height adjusting assembly and a pushbutton actuator. The support member is coupleable to the stool adjacent a seat of the stool. The movable height adjusting assembly is selectively movable up and down relative to the support member. The pushbutton actuator is positionable on a side of the movable height adjusting assembly adjacent a seated user, and is manually actuatable by the seated user to release the movable height adjusting assembly from a locked position at a current height to allow the movable height adjusting assembly to be moved to a new height. The height adjusting mechanism can be implemented to provide a height-adjustable seat back and/or a height-adjustable torso bar.
A seat assembly for task-oriented seating comprises a seat support and a seat coupled to the seat support. The seat is movable under load, such as from the user's weight and movements, relative to the seat support. The seat has a cushion molded over a supporting armature with multiple bias elements. The seat and seat support are configured to deflect by predetermined amounts at defined locations over an extent of the seat assembly. In this way, the seat assembly provides for a range of comfortable and effective positions for users engaged in different active motions and having different preferences and sizes.
An adjustable armrest assembly for a stool or chair comprises an armrest base, an armrest support member and an adjustment assembly. The armrest base is connectible to the stool or chair and has a first opening. The armrest support member has a first end with a second opening. The first end is positionable with the second opening aligned with the first opening. The armrest support member has a second end opposite the first end and extending distally to support an armrest. An adjustment assembly is positionable to extend through the second opening and the first opening to define a pivot axis and an adjustable pivot connection between the support member and the base. The assembly is movable within at least one of the first opening and the second opening to laterally reposition the pivot axis. A variable friction member applies a selected degree of resistance to the adjustable pivot connection.
An arm for supporting a monitor comprises a telescoping arm assembly, a support member and a cord storage device. The telescoping arm assembly has at least first and second telescoping members telescopingly movable relative to each other, a distal end configured to support a monitor and a hollow interior through which at least one cord from the monitor can be routed. The support member is connected to the telescoping arm assembly proximally of the distal end to suspend the telescoping arm assembly. The support member is configured to extend transverse to the telescoping arm assembly and to be attached to a support surface. The cord storage device is positioned at least partially within at least one of the telescoping arm assembly or the support member. The cord storage device winds and unwinds the cord from the monitor as the first and second telescoping members are moved toward and away from each other, respectively.
F16L 3/00 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets
H02G 11/00 - Arrangements of electric cables or lines between relatively-movable parts
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles; Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
F16M 11/20 - Undercarriages with or without wheels
F16M 11/28 - Undercarriages for supports with one single telescoping pillar
A47B 97/00 - Furniture or accessories for furniture, not provided for in other groups of this subclass
A dental light comprises at least one light emitting diode light source configured to produce a light beam and at least one collimating lens system situated to receive the light beam. The collimating lens system is configured to collect and collimate the light beam. The collimating lens system can additionally modify the beam through controlled diffusion or shape the beam using an aperture.
F21V 29/507 - Cooling arrangements characterised by the adaptation for cooling of specific components of means for protecting lighting devices from damage, e.g. housings
F21W 131/202 - Lighting for medical use for dentistry
F21Y 101/02 - Miniature, e.g. light emitting diodes (LED)
82.
Dental delivery systems, related components and methods
Described herein are various embodiments of a dental delivery system. For example, in one exemplary embodiment, a rear dental delivery system through which at least one of water, air and vacuum are delivered for use by a care giver in treating a patient occupying a nearby dental chair can include at least one movable arm that is pivotably mounted to a pivot connection and an upright mounted to the at least one movable arm. The pivot connection can be mounted at approximately a floor level and the at least one movable arm can be configured to pivot slightly above the floor level so as to reduce obstruction in a space separating the dental chair from the dental delivery system.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
20 - Furniture and decorative products
Goods & Services
Metal wall, ceiling and cabinet mounts for computer monitors Dental equipment, namely, dental chairs; dental equipment, namely, delivery systems with control units for supplying air and water to hand pieces and featuring computers for supplying dental information to dentists and dental assistants; dental equipment, namely, assistants' instrumentation in the nature of syringes that deliver air and water, saliva ejectors for removing liquids, and high-volume evacuators for collecting spray and debris during dental procedures; dental equipment, namely, lights to illuminate work areas in the nature of dental examination lamps, dental operating lamps, and dental surgical lamps; dental equipment, namely, cuspidors, self-contained water units for use in dental irrigation, ancillary housings for holding dental accessories, supporting arms for holding dental instruments, tray holders for holding dental instruments, furniture for medical and dental purposes, namely, cabinets for dental operatories and sterilization cabinets for housing sterilization units for medical and dental instruments [, and amalgam separators ] Furniture, namely, stools, cabinets, fixed and mobile cabinets for dental offices, and fixed non-metal dispensers for disposable cups [, towels, and sanitary gloves ]
A fluid control system for use with a patient support apparatus is moveable from a first height to a second height. The system includes a lift arm and a substantially upright cylinder. A first end of the lift arm is pivotably coupled to a base member and a second end of the lift arm is coupled to a chair structure. The cylinder assembly has a base portion and an extendable member configured to contact and support the lift arm. The cylinder assembly includes a bypass valve having a first end in fluid contact with an upper reservoir and a second end in fluid contact with a lower reservoir.
A patient support apparatus is configured to pivot about a pivot axis to move from an upright configuration to a reclined configuration. The apparatus comprises a first frame member, a pivot member, a pivot base member, and an actuator assembly. A first end of the actuator assembly is coupled to the pivot member at an area off-axis from the pivot axis and the second end of the actuator assembly is coupled to the pivot base member. Movement of the actuator assembly from a first configuration to a second configuration causes the pivot member to pivot about the pivot axis.
(1) Dental equipment, namely, dental chairs, delivery systems with control units for supplying air and water to hand pieces and for supplying information to dentists and dental assistants, assistants' instrumentation, lights to illuminate work areas, cuspidors, self-contained water units, ancillary housings for holding dental accessories, supporting arms for dental equipment, tray holders and amalgam separators.
(1) Device for cleaning vacuum lines in dental and medical equipment, namely, a device comprising a mount with one or more auxiliary connections for vacuum and/or water lines allowing connected lines to be flushed with cleaning solutions.
(2) Device for cleaning vacuum lines in dental and medical equipment, namely, a device comprising a mount with one or more auxiliary connections for vacuum and/or water lines allowing connected lines to be flushed with cleaning solutions.
A back for a patient chair having a back shell with a substantially rigid central S-shaped central portion and laterally extending wing portions which have sufficient flexibility to allow deflection in the direction of the front surface upon imposition of a force. The back consists of a formed back shell, a cushion layer laid thereover and an upholstery layer covering the cushion, with the upholstery layer adhered to the cushion and having edge margins wrapped around the outer edge margins of the cushion. The cushion and upholstery material are secured to the back shell through adhesive applied between the wrapped over edge margin portions of the upholstery material and the back shell.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
20 - Furniture and decorative products
Goods & Services
chemical additives to maintain water quality in dental water systems Surgical, medical and dental apparatus and instruments, and parts, fittings, implements and support arms therefore, namely, dental handpieces and dental syringes, cuspidors, dental trays, control units for controlling the flow of air and water to dental handpieces, self-contained water supplying apparatus for supplying treated and/or untreated water to teeth cleaning equipment, saliva ejectors, tooth dryers, evacuators, accessory support structures and intra-oral cameras, water heaters with heated syringe tubing for dental use, vacuum valves, junction boxes, sterilizers, ancillary housings for holding dental accessories, amalgam separator housings; delivery systems for dentists and dental assistants comprised of air and treated and/or untreated water conduits and valves for controlling the supply of air and water to dental handpieces and implements; dental lights and apparatus and parts and fittings therefore and intra-oral light systems furniture; namely, chairs, stools, cabinets, sterilization cabinets and carts for mounting equipment, mounts for computer monitors
(1) Dental equipment, namely, control units for controlling the flow of air and water to handpieces, dental chairs, delivery systems for dentists and dental assistants, lights, cuspidors, mounting posts, supporting arms for articulated equipment, ancillary housing, supporting arms for dental instruments and amalgam separator housing.
(2) Dental equipment, namely, stools.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
20 - Furniture and decorative products
Goods & Services
(1) Dental equipment, namely control units for controlling the flow of air and water to handpieces; dental operatory apparatus, namely cords to connect instruments to power, foot controls and switches, power cords and touch pads, and parts and fittings thereof.
(2) Dental equipment namely, control units for controlling the flow of air and water to handpieces, junction boxes.
(3) Surgical instruments; dental instruments; surgical, medical and dental apparatus, namely dental drills, motors for use with dental drills, dental scalers, intraoral cameras; dental equipment, namely chairs, cuspidors, syringes, saliva ejectors; dental operatory apparatus, namely tubing, lines and cords to connect instruments to sources of water and air, and parts and fittings thereof; curing lights for use in the curing of materials applied to teeth, and parts and fittings thereof.
(4) Dental equipment namely, syringes, trays, analgesia units, extractors, vacuum valves.
(5) Dental equipment namely, water heaters, light bases, namely supports for dental lights, and water supplying apparatus for teeth cleaning equipment, namely water reservoirs and water pressure controllers.
(6) Sterilizers for surgical, medical and dental equipment, apparatus and instruments; dental equipment, namely lights; dental lights, and parts and fittings thereof.
(7) Dental equipment, namely stools, carts for mounting equipment; furniture, namely chairs, stools, cabinets and carts for mounting equipment.
(8) Dental equipment namely, carts.
