Patents by Inventor Hermon K. Herrin

Hermon K. Herrin 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).

  • Apparatus for inhibiting nocturnal drying of the oral cavity
    Patent number: 6148820
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for inhibiting nocturnal drying of the oral cavity from breathing through a person's mouth. More particularly, the invention is directed to an apparatus comprising an air permeable cover, an elastic strap attached to the cover for securing the cover to a person's face, and a cup attached to the lower region of the cover for securing a person's chin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2000
    Assignee: The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System
    Inventor: Hermon K. Herrin
  • Method and apparatus for composite restoration using a composite matrix
    Patent number: 4778385
    Abstract: The invention disclosed herein relates to a composite matrix for use in the composite restoration of a posterior tooth whose proximal surface has been partially removed due to decay. The composite matrix of the present invention is intended for permanent installation on the tooth during the restoration process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 1987
    Date of Patent: October 18, 1988
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventor: Hermon K. Herrin
  • Method and apparatus for securing a rubber dam
    Patent number: 4773857
    Abstract: A compact dam clamp and its method of application is disclosed, said dam clamp having in a preferred embodiment a side attachment face and a bottom face, said side attachment face being provided with one or more apertures provided therethrough to enable the clamp to be physically locked to the tooth upon application and curing of a non permanent composite resin. The use of the present device does not result in either hard or soft tissue damage, and may be used on even partially erupted teeth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 1987
    Date of Patent: September 27, 1988
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventor: Hermon K. Herrin