Synergistic Dental Composition System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A dental composition system that integrates silanated glass flakes with AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to provide enhanced mechanical properties, improved diagnostic capabilities, and increased authenticity and traceability.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a dental composition comprising a dental filler containing a structural filler and silanated glass flakes. However, this invention had limitations in terms of diagnostic capabilities, curing process control, and authenticity tracking. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by synergistically combining the dental composition with distinct technologies to create a more powerful system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The synergistic dental composition system comprises a dental filler containing a structural filler and silanated glass flakes, which are integrated with an AI-powered diagnostic system to optimize dental restoration. The system also includes an IoT-enabled device to monitor and control the curing process of the dental composition. Furthermore, the system incorporates a blockchain-based tracking system to ensure authenticity and traceability of the dental composition. Additionally, the silanated glass flakes can be combined with new materials having enhanced mechanical properties to provide improved performance. The system can also utilize machine learning algorithms to predict the mechanical properties of the dental composition.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a novel combination of the dental composition with AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials, which provides a synergistic effect that is not obvious from the original patent. The integration of these distinct technologies provides a new and non-obvious solution that addresses the limitations of the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include integrating the dental composition with other diagnostic tools, such as computer vision or robotic systems. The system could also be adapted for use in other medical applications, such as orthopedic or ophthalmic implants. Additionally, the blockchain-based tracking system could be replaced with other authentication technologies, such as RFID or NFC.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic dental composition system has significant commercial potential in the dental industry, particularly in the areas of dental restoration and orthodontics. The system could also be applied in other medical industries, such as orthopedic and ophthalmic implants. The market for dental restoratives is expected to grow significantly in the next decade, and the inventive concept's ability to provide enhanced mechanical properties, improved diagnostic capabilities, and increased authenticity and traceability could give it a competitive advantage in this market.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K6/77 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/17 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/61 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/62 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/802 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/816 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/887 |
| C | C03 | C03C3/087 |
| C | C03 | C03C3/093 |
| C | C08 | C08L33/10 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,650 |
|---|---|
| Title | Dental composition comprising a dental filler containing a structural filler and silanated glass flakes |
| Assignee(s) | Dentsply Sirona Inc. |