Abstract: The present invention provides for an orthodontic auxiliary device (2) that attaches to a fixture device (32) (such as a temporary implant, a bonding pad, an archwire, or other) for the alignment of a patient's teeth. In one embodiment, the auxiliary device (2) includes a swivel device (12) connecting a tension device (3) to an attachment portion (8), where the attachment portion (8) connects the auxiliary device (2) to the fixture device (32). The swivel device (12) allows at least partial rotation of the attachment portion (8) about a central axis of the tension device (3).

Abstract: An orthodontic eyelet (12) includes an engaging portion (20) configured for coupling onto an orthodontic implant (16). A crimpable portion (18) is coupled to the engaging portion (20) and has first and second configurations different from one another. In the second configuration the orthodontic eyelet (12) permits coupling to an orthodontic corrective device (14). The second configuration may be such that it hinders rotation of the orthodontic eyelet (12) relative to the orthodontic implant (16). The second configuration may additionally or alternatively permit adjustment of a position of the corrective device (14) to which the orthodontic eyelet (12) is coupled relative to the orthodontic eyelet. The engaging portion (20) may include an opening defining a first shape that substantially matches a second shape corresponding to the orthodontic implant (16).

Abstract: An orthodontic appliance for correcting malocclusions including a device having first and second operating components, at least one of the operating components configured to be coupled to at least one tooth of a patient. The operating components are coupled together in a manner allowing controlled movement of at least one of the operating components for purposes of correcting the malocclusion. A connector element includes an eyelet coupled to at least one of the first or second operating components, and an orthodontic screw includes a threaded portion and a head. The connector element may be removed from the screw while the threaded portion remains implanted in skeletal structure of a patient.