Advanced Load-Responsive Motor Control for Enhanced Dental Treatment

Publication ID: 24-11857384_0001_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Load-Responsive Motor Control for Enhanced Dental Treatment,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857384_0001_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857384_0001_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,384.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved dental device with load-responsive motor control that optimizes performance, efficiency, and safety through advanced feedback mechanisms, treatment protocol databases, and calibration methods.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'Dental device with load-responsive motor control', introduced a motor-driven dental device that adjusts its speed based on the load placed upon the motor. However, it had limitations in terms of efficiency, effectiveness, and safety. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing advanced features that enhance the overall performance of the dental device.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The advanced load-responsive motor control system comprises a feedback mechanism that continuously monitors the load placed upon the motor and adjusts the speed accordingly. This ensures optimal performance, reduces energy consumption, and prevents motor damage. Additionally, the system includes a database of treatment protocols for different types of dental treatments, allowing the motor control to adjust its speed based on the specific treatment being performed. The system also features a calibration method that applies a series of known loads to the motor, optimizing its performance for each load condition. Furthermore, the system includes a user interface that provides real-time feedback to the practitioner, enabling them to adjust their technique and optimize treatment outcomes.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces several novel features that distinguish it from the original patent. The advanced feedback mechanism, treatment protocol database, and calibration method provide a significant improvement in performance, efficiency, and safety. These features are non-obvious and represent a significant inventive step over the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include different types of sensors for detecting changes in the load, such as optical or acoustic sensors. Additionally, the system could be integrated with other dental devices, such as imaging systems or suction devices, to provide a more comprehensive dental treatment platform.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The advanced load-responsive motor control system has significant commercial potential in the dental industry, particularly in the areas of restorative dentistry, endodontics, and oral surgery. The system's ability to optimize performance, efficiency, and safety makes it an attractive solution for dental practitioners and clinics seeking to improve treatment outcomes and reduce costs.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61C1/003
A A61 A61C1/0038
A A61 A61C1/186
H H02 H02P29/0016
A A61 A61C17/005

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,384
TitleDental device with load-responsive motor control
Assignee(s)Dentsply Sirona Inc.