Patents by Inventor Guy De Vreese

Guy De Vreese 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: 11357601
    Abstract: An electronic impression tray can be used to obtain three-dimensional and temporal measurements in dentistry. There is a device having optical measurement sensor system, and an electronic system including a central management unit capable of collecting, storing and ordering the data obtained by the sensor systems distributed over all or part of the impression tray. An optical impression of all or part of a dental arch can be obtained with a single or multiple impressions. The tray includes a part having the shape of all or part of a dental arch, and the part can change by virtue of its ability to deform and/or a structure formed by multiple elements that are hinged to one another and/or reversibly assembled and secured to one another, such as to provide the optimal shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Inventors: Francois Duret, Guy De Vreese
  • Publication number: 20210045851
    Abstract: An electronic impression tray can be used to obtain three-dimensional and temporal measurements in dentistry. There is a device having optical measurement sensor system, and an electronic system including a central management unit capable of collecting, storing and ordering the data obtained by the sensor systems distributed over all or part of the impression tray. An optical impression of all or part of a dental arch can be obtained with a single or multiple impressions. The tray includes a part having the shape of all or part of a dental arch, and the part can change by virtue of its ability to deform and/or a structure formed by multiple elements that are hinged to one another and/or reversibly assembled and secured to one another, such as to provide the optimal shape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2019
    Publication date: February 18, 2021
    Inventors: Francois DURET, Guy DE VREESE, Veronique QUERBES-DURET
  • Patent number: 8956162
    Abstract: Provided herein is a strip, shaped for the application to the labile surface of the front teeth and/or gums of a subject, which strip is provided with at least one oral care composition for delivery to a pre-determined area of the teeth and/or gums of the subject. Also provided herein are uses for delivery of compositions. Further provided are uses of the strip in combination with a dental device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2015
    Assignee: Sylphar N.V.
    Inventors: Guy De Vreese, Robin List
  • Patent number: 8753612
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a polyurethane foam strip (1), shaped for the application to the labile surface of the front teeth and/or gums of a subject, which strip is provided with one or more oral care compositions for delivery to the teeth and/or gums of the subject. It further relates to its use for delivery of compositions, specifically for whitening teeth. It further relates to use of the strip in combination with a dental device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2014
    Assignee: Sylphar NV
    Inventors: Guy De Vreese, Pol Lombaert
  • Publication number: 20120322024
    Abstract: Provided herein is a strip, shaped for the application to the labile surface of the front teeth and/or gums of a subject, which strip is provided with at least one oral care composition for delivery to a pre-determined area of the teeth and/or gums of the subject. Also provided herein are uses for delivery of compositions. Further provided are uses of the strip in combination with a dental device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2012
    Publication date: December 20, 2012
    Inventors: Guy De Vreese, Robin List
  • Publication number: 20090092643
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a polyurethane foam strip (1), shaped for the application to the labile surface of the front teeth and/or gums of a subject, which strip is provided with one or more oral care compositions for delivery to the teeth and/or gums of the subject. It further relates to its use for delivery of compositions, specifically for whitening teeth. It further relates to use of the strip in combination with a dental device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2005
    Publication date: April 9, 2009
    Inventors: Guy De Vreese, Pol Lombaert
  • Publication number: 20080233541
    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.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2005
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventors: Guy De Vreese, Michael Williams
  • Publication number: 20070292821
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a prosthetic assembly comprising two or more dental prostheses, wherein said prostheses are adjacently connected, and the assembly is pre-shaped to fit the teeth of a subject. It further relates to a dental appliance comprising one or more prosthetic assemblies and a trough wherein said trough corresponds to an improved dental arch. It also relates to methods for the manufacture of an appliance and a method of fitting an appliance. Furthermore, the present invention concerns temporary denture for surrounding a patient's teeth and gums.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2005
    Publication date: December 20, 2007
    Inventor: Guy De Vreese