Specialized Dental Implants for Extreme Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857390_0009_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized Dental Implants for Extreme Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857390_0009_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857390_0009_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. 11,857,390.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A dental implant system with implant extensions adapted for specific, narrow market or unique operational environments, ensuring safe and reliable transportation and use in extreme weather conditions, high-security needs, disaster relief, or high-hygiene environments.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the need for safe transportation of dental implants, but it did not consider the challenges posed by extreme environments. The present inventive concept solves this problem by introducing specialized dental implants with implant extensions designed for specific, demanding conditions.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a dental implant with an implant extension featuring a third section with a temperature-resistant coating for use in extreme weather conditions, a reinforced shaft section for use in disaster relief operations, or a section with a biocompatible, antimicrobial coating for use in high-hygiene environments. Additionally, the system includes a high-security receptacle with a tamper-evident seal and a tracking device, as well as a climate-controlled storage unit and a GPS tracking device for secure storage and transportation.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel features not present in the original patent, such as temperature-resistant coatings, reinforced shaft sections, biocompatible coatings, and specialized receptacles and storage units. These features provide a non-obvious solution to the problem of using dental implants in extreme environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include dental implants with implant extensions featuring adjustable or removable coatings, or implant extensions with integrated sensors for monitoring environmental conditions. Variations may include dental implants with implant extensions designed for use in specific industries, such as aerospace or military.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the dental industry, particularly in niche markets such as disaster relief, high-security environments, or extreme weather conditions. Target industries may include dental clinics, hospitals, and research institutions operating in these environments.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61C8/0037
A A61 A61C8/0089
A A61 A61C8/0087

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,390
TitleDental implant
Assignee(s)STRAUMANN HOLDING AG