Abstract: A cover device formed of a plastic or similar composition is structured for removable attachment over a bracket of an orthodontic appliance to conceal the bracket from view. The cover device includes a main plate with an outer front face, and top and bottom claws integrally formed with the main plate, curling behind the main plate, and each terminating at distal ends in spaced, opposing relation to each other behind the main plate. The front face includes an ornamental design or other indicia that is applied by polymer fusion technology to significantly reduce the risk of exposing the user to inks and pigment compositions, particularly if the cover device is accidentally swallowed. The application of the indicia by polymer fusion technology also increases the structural integrity of the cover device; mechanically strengthening the cover device at its point of greatest flexure.

Abstract: A cover device formed of a plastic or similar composition is structured for removable attachment over a bracket of an orthodontic appliance to conceal the bracket from view. The cover device includes a main plate with an outer front face, and top and bottom claws integrally formed with the main plate, curling behind the main plate, and each terminating at distal ends in spaced, opposing relation to each other behind the main plate. The front face includes an ornamental design or other indicia that is applied by polymer fusion technology to significantly reduce the risk of exposing the user to inks and pigment compositions, particularly if the cover device is accidentally swallowed. The application of the indicia by polymer fusion technology also increases the structural integrity of the cover device; mechanically strengthening the cover device at its point of greatest flexure.

Abstract: A cover device formed of a plastic or similar composition is structured for removable attachment over a bracket of an orthodontic appliance and includes a main plate with an outer front face, and top and bottom claws integrally formed with the main plate, curling behind the main plate, and each terminating at distal ends in spaced, opposing relation to each other behind the main plate. The main plate is bowed outwardly from top to bottom to allow the claws to flex away from each other and snap over the bracket upon application of inward pressure on the front face while the claws are pressed against the bracket, to thereby attach the cover to the bracket, with the bracket concealed from view behind the cover device. The front face may include an ornamental design. In another embodiment, the cover device includes a bottom tab for cooperating engagement with a removal tool.

Abstract: A cover device formed of a plastic or similar composition is structured for removable attachment over a bracket of an orthodontic appliance and includes a main plate with an outer front face, and top and bottom claws integrally formed with the main plate, curling behind the main plate, and each terminating at distal ends in spaced, opposing relation to each other behind the main plate. The main plate is bowed outwardly from top to bottom to allow the claws to flex away from each other and snap over the bracket upon application of inward pressure on the front face while the claws are pressed against the bracket, to thereby attach the cover to the bracket, with the bracket concealed from view behind the cover device. The front face may include an ornamental design. In another embodiment, the cover device includes a bottom tab for cooperating engagement with a removal tool.

Abstract: A ligation device for use with an orthodontic appliance having individual brackets attached to a patient's teeth and an arch wire received within a slot of each of the brackets. The ligator is formed of an elastomeric material and includes an O-ring portion surrounding a central area and an integral membrane covering the central area. The O-ring portion is adapted to stretch over hook shaped projections on the bracket for producing a continually acting tractive force that urges the arch wire against the bracket. The membrane has a diameter equal to or less than the outermost diameter of the O-ring portion so that, when the ligator is attached to the bracket, the membrane is pulled tight and the prongs and slot are concealed from view. An ornamental design or indicia on the outer face of the membrane is visibly exposed to provide an aesthetically appealing and fashionable appearance.

Abstract: A ligation device for use with an orthodontic appliance having individual brackets attached to a patient's teeth and an arch wire received within a slot of each of the brackets. The ligator is formed of an elastomeric material and includes an O-ring portion surrounding a central area and an integral membrane covering the central area. The O-ring portion is adapted to stretch over hook shaped projections on the bracket for producing a continually acting tractive force that urges the arch wire against the bracket. The membrane has a diameter equal to or less than the outermost diameter of the O-ring portion so that, when the ligator is attached to the bracket, the membrane is pulled tight and the prongs and slot are concealed from view. An ornamental design or indicia on the outer face of the membrane is visibly exposed to provide an aesthetically appealing and fashionable appearance.

Abstract: A method and portable apparatus to be carried by a potential user for preventing a heart attack or reducing the effect of a heart attack that provides warning through the person experiencing chest pain or angina by applying a narrow beam (circle of one inch diameter) directly to the chest above the heart with a vibrational device that is sized in diameter to be directed to a very small area of the heart muscle for maximum energy transfer to the patient. The purpose of the method and apparatus is to stimulate blood flow to the heart muscle to prevent the heart attack.