Patents by Inventor Amy Kerr

Amy Kerr 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).

  • Publication number: 20230397803
    Abstract: A dental retractor has molded flexural support members to provide upper lip, lower lip, and cheek retraction. The retraction provides unobstructed access and visibility for facial/labial areas of the mouth during dental procedures. The lips are prevented from touching gingival tissue and tooth structure. Lips and soft tissue are retracted and held safely away from dental tools. Labial retraction is provided by flexible members which, when positioned in the use position, provide elevation and retraction for the labial surfaces both maxillary and mandibular, the counteractive forces of the maxillary and mandibular support members keep the lips retracted and away from treatment areas. As the flexural support members are flexed for labial retraction, the medial portions of the support members bilaterally retract the cheeks due to the designed forces in the support members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2022
    Publication date: December 14, 2023
    Inventors: Brian Halleck, Michael Shinn, Jacob Swartz, James Hirsch, Amy Kerr, Shaun Valentine
  • Publication number: 20210346135
    Abstract: A dental mouthpiece can provide multiple features that can benefit both the patient and the doctor. The mouthpiece can take a generally flat configuration when not in use and may be resiliently folded into a C-shape for insertion into the patient's mouth. In some embodiments, the frame may be rigid or semi-rigid. The mouthpiece may provide retraction, suction ability, tongue control, airway and throat protection and a bite block in a single disposable or reusable device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2021
    Publication date: November 11, 2021
    Inventors: Amy Kerr, Adam Ontiveros, Brian Halleck, Jacob Swartz, James Hirsch, Shaun Valentine, Yashdeep Bhatti