Patents by Inventor Fred B. Dinger

Fred B. Dinger has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 9655610
    Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: ArthroCare Corporation
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
  • Patent number: 9474915
    Abstract: A system, device and method for dilating an anatomical structure. Systems, devices and methods may comprise a therapeutic component configured to treat a paranasal sinus. Specific embodiments may use high frequency pressure waves and/or cryogenic temperatures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2016
    Assignee: Entrigue Surgical, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri
  • Publication number: 20150157313
    Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2015
    Publication date: June 11, 2015
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
  • Patent number: 8979875
    Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Assignee: ArthroCare Corporation
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
  • Publication number: 20140066901
    Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods comprising an instrument for treating an anatomical opening such as a paranasal sinus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2013
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Inventors: Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri
  • Publication number: 20130090685
    Abstract: Fastening devices are provided that are designed to effectively close tissue as well as instruments for applying the inventive fastening devices. The devices are useful for closing tissue such as mucosa in the oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx, laryngeal surfaces, oronasopharynx, or other mucosal tissues. In particular, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP), uvulopalatal flap (UPF) technique, and tonsillectomy can be assisted using the inventive system. Embodiments also provide methods of using the fastening devices and/or instruments, and kits including the fastening devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2010
    Publication date: April 11, 2013
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Kevin L. Ohashi, Anthony Natale, Fred B. Dinger
  • Publication number: 20130066358
    Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods comprising an instrument for expanding a paranasal sinus. The instrument may comprise an expandable disposable medical device is adapted to extend away from a distal portion of a shaft of an insertion device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2012
    Publication date: March 14, 2013
    Inventors: Prasad Nalluri, Fred B. Dinger, III, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer
  • Publication number: 20120232584
    Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2012
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Applicant: ENTrigue Surgical, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald A. GONZALES, Fred B. DINGER, III, Gabriele G. NIEDERAUER, Jeffrey S. WRANA
  • Publication number: 20120221034
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods for removing tissue a body cavity. Apparatus and methods comprise an inner sleeve, a middle sleeve, an outer sleeve, and an irrigation conduit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2010
    Publication date: August 30, 2012
    Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
  • Patent number: 8192450
    Abstract: Methods and systems for medializing a turbinate. Exemplary embodiments comprise methods and systems for repositioning a turbinate proximal to a septum. Certain embodiments comprise an implant and a flexible member coupled to the implant. Embodiments may also comprise an insertion device to install the implant in a desired location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Assignee: ENTrigue Surgical, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Jeffrey S. Wrana
  • Publication number: 20120078377
    Abstract: A system, device and method for dilating an anatomical structure. Systems, devices and methods may comprise a therapeutic component configured to treat a paranasal sinus. Specific embodiments may use high frequency pressure waves and/or cryogenic temperatures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri
  • Publication number: 20110166598
    Abstract: Tongue-stabilization devices and methods, such as, for example, for treatment and/or reduction of symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2010
    Publication date: July 7, 2011
    Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonazles, Anthony Natale, Fred B. Dinger, III
  • Publication number: 20110022172
    Abstract: A disposable medical device for engaging with a reusable medical instrument and methods of using same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Michi E. Garrison
  • Publication number: 20110015667
    Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods comprising an instrument for expanding a paranasal sinus. The instrument may comprise an articulatable shaft and a positioning member configured to move the articulatable shaft from a first position to a second position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Publication date: January 20, 2011
    Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Michi E. Garrison
  • Publication number: 20110015734
    Abstract: Methods for providing therapy to an anatomical structure. In specific embodiments, the anatomical structure is a paranasal sinus outflow tract. In particular embodiments, the paranasal outflow tract may be dilated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Publication date: January 20, 2011
    Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Michi E. Garrison
  • Publication number: 20100312338
    Abstract: A system, device and method for dilating an anatomical structure. Systems, devices and methods may comprise a therapeutic component configured to treat a paranasal sinus. Specific embodiments may comprise a shaft with an articulating portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2010
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Applicant: ENTRIGUE SURGICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Prasad Nalluri, Jeffrey S. Wrana, Gabriele G. Niederauer, Michi E. Garrison
  • Patent number: D643115
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2011
    Assignee: Entrigue Surgical, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Jeffrey S. Wrana
  • Patent number: D683852
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2013
    Assignee: Entrigue Surgical, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Jeffrey S. Wrana
  • Patent number: D697618
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2014
    Assignee: Entrigue Surgical, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, III, Jeffrey S. Wrana
  • Patent number: D750240
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2016
    Assignee: ArthroCare Corporation
    Inventors: Donald A. Gonzales, Fred B. Dinger, Jeffrey S. Wrana