Patents by Inventor Craig Hines
Craig Hines 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).
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Patent number: 11877737Abstract: Cheek and lip expansion devices including an upper frame portion configured to extend about an upper dental arch, and a lower frame portion configured to extend about a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame portions may each include first and second side members, each with anterior and posterior regions. An upper connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the upper side members. A lower connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the lower side members. The posterior regions of the upper and lower side members on respective sides of the frame are joined to one another to form a bendable radius that resists bending at a distinct point. The bendable radius on opposed sides permits the frame to be collapsed top to bottom. The frame may be collapsible side-to-side. A posterior crossbar may be provided extending between the posterior regions of the side members.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2020Date of Patent: January 23, 2024Assignee: ULTRADENT PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Patent number: 11020103Abstract: Cheek retraction devices including an upper frame element configured to bear against and retract soft oral tissue from one or more teeth of an upper dental arch, a lower frame element configured to bear against and retract soft oral tissue from one or more teeth of a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame elements may each include left and right frame portions wherein the upper and lower left frame portions are joined to one another to form a v-shaped hinge on one side of the frame, while upper and lower right frame portions are joined to one another to form a v-shaped hinge on another side of the frame. The v-shaped hinges on opposed sides permit the upper and lower frame elements to be at least partially folded toward each other. A posterior frame element may be provided extending between the v-shaped hinges.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 2018Date of Patent: June 1, 2021Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Publication number: 20200397535Abstract: Cheek and lip expansion devices including an upper frame portion configured to extend about an upper dental arch, and a lower frame portion configured to extend about a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame portions may each include first and second side members, each with anterior and posterior regions. An upper connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the upper side members. A lower connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the lower side members. The posterior regions of the upper and lower side members on respective sides of the frame are joined to one another to form a bendable radius that resists bending at a distinct point. The bendable radius on opposed sides permits the frame to be collapsed top to bottom. The frame may be collapsible side-to-side. A posterior crossbar may be provided extending between the posterior regions of the side members.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2020Publication date: December 24, 2020Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Patent number: 10765493Abstract: Cheek and lip expansion devices including an upper frame portion configured to extend about an upper dental arch, and a lower frame portion configured to extend about a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame portions may each include first and second side members, each with anterior and posterior regions. An upper connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the upper side members. A lower connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the lower side members. The posterior regions of the upper and lower side members on respective sides of the frame are joined to one another to form a bendable radius that resists bending at a distinct point. The bendable radius on opposed sides permits the frame to be collapsed top to bottom. The frame may be collapsible side-to-side. A posterior crossbar may be provided extending between the posterior regions of the side members.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2018Date of Patent: September 8, 2020Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Publication number: 20190269312Abstract: Provided herein is a retraction device for retracting soft tissue from the dental surfaces in the oral cavity of a patient. The retraction device is comprised of a topology conformable structure, where the topology conformable structure is adaptable to be delivered to the oral cavity in a constrained shape. The device can then undergo a conformation change in the oral cavity, where the device transforms into its unconstrained shape. The unconstrained shape of the device creates a useable working field in the oral cavity. The useable working field can provide increased accessibility to and/or visibility within the oral cavity. Also provided herein are methods for using the device and kits.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2019Publication date: September 5, 2019Inventors: Craig Hines, Curtis Pontynen
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Patent number: 10307049Abstract: Provided herein is a retraction device for retracting soft tissue from the dental surfaces in the oral cavity of a patient. The retraction device is comprised of a topology conformable structure, where the topology conformable structure is adaptable to be delivered to the oral cavity in a constrained shape. The device can then undergo a conformation change in the oral cavity, where the device transforms into its unconstrained shape. The unconstrained shape of the device creates a useable working field in the oral cavity. The useable working field can provide increased accessibility to and/or visibility within the oral cavity. Also provided herein are methods for using the device and kits.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2016Date of Patent: June 4, 2019Assignee: ULTRADENT PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Craig Hines, Curtis Pontynen
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Publication number: 20180318041Abstract: Cheek and lip expansion devices including an upper frame portion configured to extend about an upper dental arch, and a lower frame portion configured to extend about a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame portions may each include first and second side members, each with anterior and posterior regions. An upper connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the upper side members. A lower connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the lower side members. The posterior regions of the upper and lower side members on respective sides of the frame are joined to one another to form a bendable radius that resists bending at a distinct point. The bendable radius on opposed sides permits the frame to be collapsed top to bottom. The frame may be collapsible side-to-side. A posterior crossbar may be provided extending between the posterior regions of the side members.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2018Publication date: November 8, 2018Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Publication number: 20180193012Abstract: Cheek retraction devices including an upper frame element configured to bear against and retract soft oral tissue from one or more teeth of an upper dental arch, a lower frame element configured to bear against and retract soft oral tissue from one or more teeth of a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame elements may each include left and right frame portions wherein the upper and lower left frame portions are joined to one another to form a v-shaped hinge on one side of the frame, while upper and lower right frame portions are joined to one another to form a v-shaped hinge on another side of the frame. The v-shaped hinges on opposed sides permit the upper and lower frame elements to be at least partially folded toward each other. A posterior frame element may be provided extending between the v-shaped hinges.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2018Publication date: July 12, 2018Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Patent number: 10016258Abstract: Cheek and lip expansion devices including an upper frame portion configured to extend about an upper dental arch, and a lower frame portion configured to extend about a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame portions may each include first and second side members, each with anterior and posterior regions. An upper connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the upper side members. A lower connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the lower side members. The posterior regions of the upper and lower side members on respective sides of the frame are joined to one another to form a bendable radius that resists bending at a distinct point. The bendable radius on opposed sides permits the frame to be collapsed top to bottom. The frame may be collapsible side-to-side. A posterior crossbar may be provided extending between the posterior regions of the side members.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2015Date of Patent: July 10, 2018Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Patent number: 9901332Abstract: Cheek retraction devices including an upper frame element configured to bear against and retract soft oral tissue from one or more teeth of an upper dental arch, a lower frame element configured to bear against and retract soft oral tissue from one or more teeth of a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame elements may each include left and right frame portions wherein the upper and lower left frame portions are joined to one another to form a v-shaped hinge on one side of the frame, while upper and lower right frame portions are joined to one another to form a v-shaped hinge on another side of the frame. The v-shaped hinges on opposed sides permit the upper and lower frame elements to be at least partially folded toward each other. A posterior frame element may be provided extending between the v-shaped hinges.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2014Date of Patent: February 27, 2018Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Publication number: 20160270880Abstract: Provided herein is a retraction device for retracting soft tissue from the dental surfaces in the oral cavity of a patient. The retraction device is comprised of a topology conformable structure, where the topology conformable structure is adaptable to be delivered to the oral cavity in a constrained shape. The device can then undergo a conformation change in the oral cavity, where the device transforms into its unconstrained shape. The unconstrained shape of the device creates a useable working field in the oral cavity. The useable working field can provide increased accessibility to and/or visibility within the oral cavity. Also provided herein are methods for using the device and kits.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 26, 2016Publication date: September 22, 2016Inventors: Craig Hines, Curtis Pontynen
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Patent number: 9387054Abstract: Provided herein is a retraction device for retracting soft tissue from the dental surfaces in the oral cavity of a patient. The retraction device is comprised of a topology conformable structure, where the topology conformable structure is adaptable to be delivered to the oral cavity in a constrained shape. The device can then undergo a conformation change in the oral cavity, where the device transforms into its unconstrained shape. The unconstrained shape of the device creates a useable working field in the oral cavity. The useable working field can provide increased accessibility to and/or visibility within the oral cavity. Also provided herein are methods for using the device and kits.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2013Date of Patent: July 12, 2016Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Craig Hines, Curtis Pontynen
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Publication number: 20160022381Abstract: Cheek retraction devices including an upper frame element configured to bear against and retract soft oral tissue from one or more teeth of an upper dental arch, a lower frame element configured to bear against and retract soft oral tissue from one or more teeth of a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame elements may each include left and right frame portions wherein the upper and lower left frame portions are joined to one another to form a v-shaped hinge on one side of the frame, while upper and lower right frame portions are joined to one another to form a v-shaped hinge on another side of the frame. The v-shaped hinges on opposed sides permit the upper and lower frame elements to be at least partially folded toward each other. A posterior frame element may be provided extending between the v-shaped hinges.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2014Publication date: January 28, 2016Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Publication number: 20160008094Abstract: Cheek and lip expansion devices including an upper frame portion configured to extend about an upper dental arch, and a lower frame portion configured to extend about a lower dental arch. The upper and lower frame portions may each include first and second side members, each with anterior and posterior regions. An upper connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the upper side members. A lower connecting member may extend between the anterior regions of the lower side members. The posterior regions of the upper and lower side members on respective sides of the frame are joined to one another to form a bendable radius that resists bending at a distinct point. The bendable radius on opposed sides permits the frame to be collapsed top to bottom. The frame may be collapsible side-to-side. A posterior crossbar may be provided extending between the posterior regions of the side members.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2015Publication date: January 14, 2016Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Patent number: 8939855Abstract: The invention relates to devices and kits adapted and configured to convert engine systems to enable the engine to use wider belts. The engine systems suitable for conversion can include, for example, an internal combustion engine, an electric alternator driven by the engine from its mechanical power take off, all disposed in an engine compartment. The mechanical power take-off includes a belt pulley connected to a free end of an engine crankshaft.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2009Date of Patent: January 27, 2015Assignee: Balmar Acquistion LLCInventors: Craig Hines, Dustin Harlan Cram
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Patent number: D737964Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2014Date of Patent: September 1, 2015Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Patent number: D761958Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 2015Date of Patent: July 19, 2016Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Patent number: D763444Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2015Date of Patent: August 9, 2016Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Patent number: D792590Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2016Date of Patent: July 18, 2017Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines
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Patent number: D820445Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2016Date of Patent: June 12, 2018Assignee: Ultradent Products, Inc.Inventors: Neil T. Jessop, Bruce S. McLean, Craig Hines