Patents by Inventor Hyop Seung Rhee

Hyop Seung Rhee 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).

  • METAL MESH ON CERAMIC BRACKET; CERAMIC BRACKET WITH METAL INSERT; METAL BRACKET WITH TOOTH-COLORED COATING; SELF-LEGATING, LOW PROFILE, METAL BRACKET; AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME
    Publication number: 20130196282
    Abstract: An orthodontic bracket includes a bracket portion including a receiving slot extending across at least a portion of the bracket portion and configured to receive an arch wire. The bracket includes a metal mesh bonded to the ceramic bracket portion on a side of the ceramic bracket portion opposite the receiving slot. Another orthodontic bracket includes a metal core coated with a tooth-colored coating. Methods of attaching and aligning the brackets are provided as well as a tool for aligning the brackets. Inserts are also described for reinforcing the brackets and/or increasing a surface area for enhancing bonding strength.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2009
    Publication date: August 1, 2013
    Inventors: John E. Eichelberger, Hyop Seung Rhee, Chris Gipe