Patents by Inventor Larry Smith, II

Larry Smith, II 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).

  • Punctal plugs and methods of delivering therapeutic agents
    Patent number: 8753666
    Abstract: The present invention concerns implantable ocular devices for the sustained release of medication to the eye, and methods for manufacturing and using such devices. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a device comprising: (a) a body comprising a matrix of a prostaglandin and a silicone; (b) a parylene coating on the outer surface of the body; and (c) one or more pores extending from the outer surface of the parylene coating to the outer surface of the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2014
    Assignee: Alcon Research, Ltd.
    Inventors: Theron R. Rodstrom, Larry Smith, II, Youqin Tian, David Allen Marsh, Alan L. Weiner, Shivalik Bakshi
  • PERI-CORNEAL DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE
    Publication number: 20100226962
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to an ophthalmic peri-corneal drug delivery device. The device includes a core of matrix material and therapeutic agent and a coating over the core. One or more opening[s] extend through the coating to provide for release of the drug to the eye. Moreover, the device is designed to lay atop the external surface of the eye.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2010
    Publication date: September 9, 2010
    Inventors: Theron R. Rodstrom, David A. Marsh, Alan L. Weiner, Larry Smith, II, Martin B. Wax