Method and Device for Enhancing the Treatment of Teeth and Gums
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1. A dental device for treatment of teeth comprising:
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a trough, shaped for the immersion of teeth and/or gums of a dental arch, or—
a dental brace, shaped for attachment to the teeth of a dental arch, and(b) one or more electroluminescent devices, ELDs, positioned such that light is directed towards the anterior surface of said teeth and/or gums.
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Abstract
An autonomous device which includes a trough, shaped for the immersion of teeth and/or gums of a dental arch, or a dental brace and one or more electrical components which provide functionality is disclosed. The device is useful in methods for whitening teeth, relieving pain, treating bacteria, treating bad breath, and healing. Inserts for use with the device are also disclosed.
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1. A dental device for treatment of teeth comprising:
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a trough, shaped for the immersion of teeth and/or gums of a dental arch, or—
a dental brace, shaped for attachment to the teeth of a dental arch, and(b) one or more electroluminescent devices, ELDs, positioned such that light is directed towards the anterior surface of said teeth and/or gums. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 72, 73, 76, 79, 84, 85, 86)
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