Abstract: A robotic surgical system includes at least one robotic arm comprising at least one movable joint and an actuator configured to drive the at least one movable joint, and a controller configured to generate a first signal, the first signal comprising a first oscillating waveform having a first frequency and being modulated by a second oscillating waveform having a second frequency, wherein the second frequency is higher than the first frequency. The actuator is configured to drive the at least one movable joint based on the first signal to at least partially compensate for friction in the at least one movable joint.

Abstract: The embodiments disclosed herein relate to various robotic and/or in vivo medical devices having compact joint configurations and at least three degrees of freedom. Other embodiments relate to various medical device components, including forearms having grasper or cautery end effectors, that can be incorporated into certain robotic and/or in vivo medical devices.

Abstract: A hub assembly for a robotically driven interventional device can include an interventional device hub having an interventional device and at least one magnet. The hub assembly can be configured to be positioned on a sterile side of a sterile field barrier and magnetically couple to a hub adapter on a non-sterile side of the sterile field barrier so that hub assembly moves axially in response to axial movement of the hub adapter and the at least one magnet of the hub assembly rotates in response to rotation of at least one magnet of the hub adapter.

Abstract: A sensor (100) for an endovascular robotic system, wherein the sensor comprises: a moveable member (6) moveable between a first position and a second position, a resilient force member (24, 24?) coupled to or integral to the moveable member (6), wherein the resilient force member (24, 24?) is configured to provide a resilient force, when the moveable member (6) is in the second position, to bias the moveable member (6) towards the first position, and a detection unit (104, 193) configured to detect a change in position of the moveable member (6) from the first position to the second position and/or the second position to the first position.

Abstract: A surgical system is provided comprising: an input device; a first actuator and a second actuator; a controller for controlling the first actuator and the second actuator, the controller configured to apply a first scale factor to a first commanded output and a second commanded output for the first actuator the second actuator, respectively, when the first commanded output would fall outside a first predetermined working range of the first actuator, wherein the first scale factor adjusts the first commanded output to be within the first predetermined working range.

Abstract: A first identifier element may encapsulate a first identifier associated with a medical device. A second identifier element may encapsulate a second identifier associated with a glove of a caregiver. One or more image capture devices may capture, over a period of time, a plurality of images of an environment. One or more processors may determine, based on the first identifier element in the plurality of images, the medical device and a location of the medical device within the environment over the period of time; determine, based on the second identifier element in the plurality of images, the glove of the caregiver and a location of the glove of the caregiver within the environment over the period of time; determine, based on the locations, at least one event associated with the medical device; and update, based on the at least one determined event, a database including events.

Abstract: A body-wearable medical device has first and second housing portions. The first housing portion has a female portion and the second housing portion has a male portion. The male portion is at least partially inserted into the female portion, thereby defining a circumferential clearance gap. A circumferential sealing element is arranged in the circumferential clearance gap between the female portion and the male portion. In order to provide a body-wearable medical device with improved sealing that is less prone to failure by stress and forces exerted on the body-wearable medical device, the female portion and the male portion are fixed to each other by a circumferential fixation glue arranged in the circumferential clearance gap between the female portion and the male portion next to the circumferential sealing element.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods for decreasing the toxicity of advanced ablative cancer therapies on neighboring organs. The methods herein provide spacing between single or multiple tumor cites and immediate healthy organs while maintaining or increasing patient quality of life. Such toxicity isolation can be performed by inserting a spacer around the one or more tumor sites.

Abstract: A lighting system comprising a light source and a handsfree control system in communication with the light source, wherein the handsfree control system is configured for one or more of voice control, motion control, control via biometric feedback, and position-based control of the light source. The lighting system further comprising an accelerometer, a microphone, and/or a surgical navigation system for creating inputs for the system to command control of the light source. The lighting system where the light source is a wearable light for use in an operating theater.

Abstract: A system includes a display device and an actuated structure mounted to the display device and configured to move the display device in three-dimensional space. The system includes an imaging device configured to capture images of a patient's eye during an ophthalmic surgery and display the images on the display device. A controller is configured to activate the actuated structure to maintain visibility of the display device to a surgeon performing the ophthalmic surgery. The display may be positioned based on a surgeon profile and/or a treatment plan. Whether the display is visible may be determined based on images from a camera mounted to the imaging device, the display device, or elsewhere. Whether the display is visible may be determined based on kinematic data for the actuated structure and/or a support for the imaging device.

Abstract: The system according to the present disclosure is used to support a surgeon. It includes an operating chair and a restraining device for the surgeon. The restraining device has a harness system which comprises at least a first and a second restraining belt which are connected to at least a first and a second spaced-apart suspension point of a traction device, the traction device being configured to establish the distance between the suspension points. The system according to the present disclosure improves the wearing comfort of the restraining device for the surgeon, since it prevents the restraining harnesses of the harness system from constricting under tensile load, which can lead to unpleasant and undesirable pressure sensations in the upper body area of the surgeon.

Abstract: A holding system, including a support device for holding at least one body part of the operator and a release device, functions to hold at least one body part of the operator in an adjustable position. The support device has a control unit which is designed to switch the support device between a moving mode and a holding mode, wherein the supported body part of the operator can be moved at least in an adjusting direction in the moving mode and is held in a position and/or orientation by the support unit in the holding mode. The control unit is designed to switch the support device from the moving mode into the holding mode if the supported body part of the operator remains in an at least substantially constant position and/or orientation for a predetermined time.

Abstract: A method for identifying a surgical tool for use with a surgical device includes integrating a variable indicator within a removably engageable component of a surgical tool of a surgical device. The method also includes engaging the surgical tool with the surgical device, wherein, upon engagement, the variable indicator aligns with one or more leads connected to a power console. The power control reads the variable indicator and identifies the surgical tool based on quantifying the variable indicator. The power control is then calibrated according to the operating parameters of the surgical tool stored within the power control.

Abstract: A method and system for assigning an asset to a room in a medical environment using a Wi-Fi based real-time locating system. A room is fingerprinted thereby to determine a first representative location of the room and a threshold distance. The fingerprinting comprises determining a first representative location of the room using location data for a first time period (e.g. 24 hours) and a set of second representative locations of the room using the location data for second time periods (e.g. 1 hour). The threshold distance is found by comparing the first representative location to the set of second representative locations. A current representative location is found for an asset using location data of the asset and is compared to a range of locations attributable to the fingerprinted room. The range of locations attributable to the room is based on the threshold distance. If the current representative location is within the range of locations attributable to the room, the asset is assigned to the room.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a dynamic self-adaptive reciprocal motor movement optimized for root canal treatment with endodontic files. A smart motor movement is configured to continuously self-adapt its settings in a smooth manner without sudden drastic motor movement changes. This can be obtained by continuously changing motor parameters in response to instantaneous torque measurements, and also taking into consideration the torque evolution instead of merely reacting to the instantaneous torque imposed on the file.

Abstract: A laser and a minimally invasive dental surgical procedure using the laser to stimulate periodontal tissue formation.

Abstract: A switchable multi-mode dental handpiece structure and method, includes: a root canal mirror assembly with an image sensor for capturing external images; a flexible hose with one end connected to the image sensor; a rigid tube connected to the other end of the flexible hose; a root canal operation assembly, includes: a working head; a driving device connected to the working head for driving the working head, the driving device being operable to follow the rotational direction of a steering wheel; a connecting rod linking the steering wheel; a mode switching push handle, connected to the rigid tube and the connecting rod, for switching between various handpiece modes, such as a linkage mode, an individual operation mode, a storage mode, and an intraoral operation mode.

Abstract: Remote progress tracking of orthodontic treatment may include receiving a 3D digital model of a patient's dentition including the patient's teeth. A 3D digital model of an impression of occlusal surfaces of the patient's teeth may be generated. The teeth of the 3D digital model of the patient's dentition may be registered to the position and orientation of the patient's teeth in the 3D digital model of the impression of the occlusal surfaces of the patient's teeth. An updated 3D digital model of the patient's teeth may be generated based on the registration.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for manufacturing an appliance for correcting malocclusions of a patient's teeth. The method may include measuring the positions of a patient's teeth and receiving tooth movement constraints. The method may also include generating an initial treatment plan based on the measured tooth positions and the tooth movement constraints and measuring the malocclusions of the patient's teeth for one or more types of dental malocclusions. The method may also include generating a plurality of treatment plans from the initial treatment plan based on the measured malocclusion and generating a model of an appliance for each stage of the treatment plan. The method may also include generating instructions for fabricating the appliance for each stage of the treatment plan based on the model of the appliance for each stage of the treatment plan.

Abstract: Methods for designing a palatal expander. Methods may include forming a digital model of a palatal region and tooth engagement regions. Methods may include forming attachment regions on buccal sides of the tooth engagement regions, the attachment regions shaped and sized to engage with attachments bonded to a patient's teeth. Methods may also include forming at least one breach region corresponding to a thinned region of the palatal expander that extends anteriorly to posteriorly in the palatal region or an occlusal portion of one or both of the tooth engagement regions. The breach region may be configured to breach or bend when a pulling force is applied to one or both of the tooth engagement regions such that the attachment regions are detached from respective attachments.

Abstract: An orthodontic bracket and archform system that uses friction-free mechanics are disclosed. The archform can have a male fastener that can be retained within an orthodontic bracket. The orthodontic bracket can have varying locking mechanism, such as deflectable tabs, springs, locking pins, and others, that can cooperate with features of the male fastener to prevent sliding between the archform and the bracket.

Abstract: The present specification discloses an artificial dental root, and a method for manufacturing the artificial dental root by 3D printing.

Abstract: The present invention is about a method and kits that use surgical drills with high capacity to absorb heat due to their large surface area and their thermodynamic material properties. The present invention also discloses a “Crown Down” drilling sequence which is comprised of drilling the bone using not more than two drills, saving time and the number of drills needed to perform an osteotomy.

Abstract: Osseodensification device for dental implants, consisting of a device that, through osseodensification techniques, allows the drilling and compaction of the alveolar bone for carrying out dental implants in the jaw or mandible. It comprises a rotary tool that turns a dental drill fitted with interchangeable cutting grooves of different diameters (in mm): 2.0, 2.3, 2.5, 2.8, 3.0, 3.3, 3.5, 3.8, 4.0, 4.3 and 4.5, the drills in turn having a maximum length of 31 mm, and the maximum length of the active part of 16 mm, of great accessibility to the bottom of the oral cavity. Rotation of the drill in a clockwise direction causes osseodensification by depositing on 10 the walls and at the apex of the osteotomy, elevating the floor membrane of the maxillary sinus by means of hydropneumatic pressure filling the floor of the sinus with material.

Abstract: An image processing device according to the present disclosure comprises, a tool detachably coupled to one end of a scanner body, the scanner body having one end to which the tool is coupled, and a control unit configured to control an operation of the scanner body corresponding to the tool. An image processing method using an image processing apparatus, the method comprising, a tool attachment operation in which a user attaches a predetermined tool to a scanner body, a tool attachment/detachment identification operation in which a control unit determines attachment/detachment of the tool to/from the scanner body, a tool distinguishing operation in which the control unit distinguishes a type of the tool, and a scanner control operation in which the control unit controls an operation of the scanner body in response to the type of the tool.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a scanner and a method for scanning. The scanner includes a projection optical system, a first acquisition optical system, a second acquisition optical system, and a data processing system. The projection optical system is configured to synchronously project visible light and infrared light with a stripe pattern to a target area. The first acquisition optical system is configured to acquire a first image based on the infrared light, where the first image is an image with the stripe pattern, and the first image includes facial information and tooth information. The second acquisition optical system is configured to acquire a second image based on the visible light, where the second image is a color texture image. The data processing system is configured to perform data processing based on the first image and the second image to obtain color three-dimensional model data of a measured object.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a dental scanning system for generating a digital three-dimensional representation of a dental object, the system comprising an intraoral scanning device comprising one or more projector units configured to project a pattern on a surface of the dental object; and two or more cameras configured to acquire one or more sets of images; wherein the scanning system further comprises one or more processors configured to determine one or more image features within each set of images; solve a correspondence problem within each set of images such that points in 3D space are determined based on the image features, wherein said points form a solution to the correspondence problem, wherein the correspondence problem is solved for groups of pattern features; and generate a digital three-dimensional representation of the dental object, wherein the solution to the correspondence problem is used to generate the three-dimensional representation.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are robotic controlled systems and methods for tooth resurfacing utilizing a robotic control unit capable of controlling the movement of a tissue removal mechanism an optical beam path configured to scan the surface of a tooth; a mechanism for tissue removal capable of removing tissue during resurfacing, including: a first mechanism for tissue removal; and a second mechanism for stance measurement to the tooth surface using metrology methods; a metrology beam recording system integrated within the optical beam path, configured to record the original and final position of the tooth surface during the tissue removal process, and to generate a ‘difference map’ representing the remaining tissue to be removed; a 3D model of a target tooth shape; and a control algorithm capable of adjusting parameters based on the difference map and the difference in shape between the tooth and the 3D model.

Abstract: An intelligent restoration proposal including using an input resource to segment a 3D jaw model to obtain a segmented missing or unhealthy teeth and omitting the segmented missing or unhealthy teeth from the 3D jaw model to obtain a modified 3D jaw model. The modified 3D jaw model is used as input to a restoration proposal module to propose an output restoration. The restoration proposal module is operated as a machine learning engine. The restoration proposal is trained using a database that includes healthy teeth.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of producing an intraoral appliance equipped with a coated film including an intraoral appliance that is a stereolithographic article of a stereolithographic curable composition having formed on a prescribed surface thereof a coated film capable of imparting excellent adhesion durability and toughness, and relates to a method of producing an intraoral appliance equipped with a coated film, including coating on a prescribed surface of an intraoral appliance that is a stereolithographic article of a stereolithographic curable composition (A) containing a (meth)acrylic based polymerizable monomer (a) and a photopolymerization initiator (b), a curable composition (B) containing the same (meth)acrylic based polymerizable monomer (a) as contained in the stereolithographic curable composition (A), so as to form a coated film of a resin (B1) containing a polymer having a structure derived from the same (meth)acrylic based polymerizable monomer (a) as contained in the stereolith

Abstract: A curable composite material containing nanodiamonds, denture bases and other dental prosthetics made from the composite material and methods for treating dental stomatitis using these prosthetics.

Abstract: By using key structures which allow an unambiguous relative positioning, it is possible to produce mold blanks consisting of several layers, from which molded bodies can be produced by machining in an automated manner. These bodies may not only have an irregular but predefined shape, but they also have at least one irregular but predefined parting surface between two layers, the positioning on this parting surface relative to the surface being predefined.

Abstract: An adjustable and bendable dental floss pick, which is characterized in that a bendable part with a bending function is provided in the central portion of a holding-pressing part of the adjustable and bendable dental floss pick so that the adjustable and bendable dental floss pick can be bent to the left and right with the bendable part as the central portion, thereby bending the dental floss.

Abstract: An oral hygiene system including a head with a base portion with arms extending to support an embrasure cleaning feature and flossing filament. The system may include removeable heads with different configurations directed to different oral environments and uses.

Abstract: A dental mouthpiece is provided that may be attached to a high-suction dental adapter for the purpose of assisting the dental staff during dental procedures through chair-side, hands-free suction, and isolation. Such a mouthpiece may comprise a main body portion, a cheek retractor portion, and a suction connector portion. In some embodiments, the main body portion, cheek retractor portion, and suction connector portion (and sub-portions thereof) may be molded in one piece, preferably by injection molding. In an exemplary embodiment, the mouthpiece may be made of a material that is flexible, translucent, conducive to injection molding, high heat-resistant, and autoclavable. Such a material may include silicone. Because the mouthpiece may be made of a high heat-resistant and autoclavable material, such a mouthpiece may be reusable.

Abstract: A mouthpiece device for fitting inside the mouth of a user and carrying an array of flexible, protruding cleaning elements for performing an oral cleaning function at a plurality of locations around the mouth at the same time. The surface(s) of the mouthpiece device which carry the cleaning elements also carry spacer elements protruding from said surface is a same general direction as the cleaning elements. The spacer elements enforce a minimum spacing between the surface(s) of the mouthpiece device body and the oral surfaces (e.g. dental surfaces) when the mouthpiece is received in the user's mouth.

Abstract: A gutta percha point and an apparatus for measuring the length of a root canal in a root canal procedure. The gutta percha point includes a head, a neck, a body, and a tail. The neck has a coating of conductive material to which one electrode of the apparatus can be electrically clamped. The tip also includes a layer of conductive material. One or more conductive paths are formed integral to the body extending between the neck and the tail. The gutta percha cone can be used to measure the length of the root canal as well as for filling the tooth cavity.

Abstract: An assessment tool for assessing whether an orthodontic wire may be bonded to a lingual side of a patient's teeth includes a first leg and a second leg defining an x-shape and a central axis and a first evaluation paddle extending from a first distal end of the first leg. The evaluation paddle has a first flat evaluation surface facing the central axis. The assessment tool also includes a second evaluation paddle extending from a second distal end of the first leg, a third evaluation paddle extending from a first distal end of the second leg and a fourth evaluation paddle extending from a second distal end of the second leg. The first evaluation paddle may be a lower mandibular paddle, the second evaluation paddle may be a maxillary centrals paddle, the third evaluation paddle may be a maxillary lateral incisors paddle and the fourth evaluation paddle may be a mandibular canines paddle.

Abstract: Oral care light devices, kits, and methods are provided. A method of whitening teeth using a portable, self-contained light device including a light source, may include applying a whitening composition to a tooth, where the whitening composition includes a peroxide active having a concentration of less than 7%, by weight of the whitening composition, maintaining the whitening composition on the tooth for a first time period without activating the light source, and, after the first time period, directing electromagnetic radiation from the light source toward the tooth for a second time period, where the electromagnetic radiation is provided at an average light intensity of about 150 mW/cm2 or greater. A kit may include an oral care light device and a whitening composition.

Abstract: Implants for repairing or preventing tissue migration disorders, including herniated or prolapsed tissue which has migrated from a desired or anatomically correct position in humans. The implants may include features for holding therapeutic substances near the surgical site, such as platelet rich plasma. Also described are methods of using the implants, methods of manufacturing the implants, and kits that include the implants.

Abstract: The present disclosure, in certain embodiments, relates to a flexible and non-absorbent vaginal insert device that is easier to insert and remove and is for use in improving and preventing symptoms associated with pelvic organ prolapse and urinary and/or fecal incontinence when the device is inserted. In certain embodiments, the device has an optionally cone-shaped upper portion that provides pelvic organ support and a removal portion or stem that facilitates insertion and removal of the device.

Abstract: Apparatus for delivering a surgical mesh, the apparatus comprising: a hollow outer tube having a distal end and a proximal end; a distal housing mounted to the distal end of the hollow outer tube; a hollow inner tube having a distal end and a proximal end, wherein the hollow inner tube is slidably disposed within the hollow outer tube; a central rod having a distal end and a proximal end, wherein the central rod is slidably disposed within the hollow inner tube; an actuation element mounted to the proximal end of the central rod; and a surgical mesh carriage comprising a plurality of legs, wherein each of the plurality of legs comprises a first hinged end mounted to the distal end of the hollow inner tube and a second hinged end mounted to the distal end of the central rod.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides composite prosthetic devices comprising two or more layers of electrospun polymers and methods of preparation thereof. In some embodiments, the two or more layers can be porous and in other embodiments, one or more components is nonporous. The composite prosthetic devices can comprise various materials and the properties of the prosthetic devices can be tailored for use in a range of different applications.

Abstract: An implant for insertion into a patient is provided. The implant includes a three-dimensionally printed structure of layers. Each layer comprises an infill pattern of the three-dimensionally printed structure, the infill pattern of each layer comprising a set of infill lines. The implant includes a plurality of hollow channels. The layers are arranged on top of one another such that the plurality of hollow channels are formed within the implant, wherein the walls of each channel are formed by sections of the infill lines of a plurality of layers of the printed structure of layers. At least one hollow channel extends between a first outer surface of the implant and a second outer surface of the implant. At least one hollow channel is oriented in a direction which is tilted with respect to a reference axis perpendicular to the first outer surface of the implant.

Abstract: In a particular embodiment, the present disclosure provides a prosthetic valve delivery assembly that includes a storage tube and a nose cone cap. A prosthetic valve having a frame is at least partially disposed within the storage tube. A nose cone is disposed about an elongated shaft. The nose cone cap and the storage tube have mating first and second locking member that can be coupled to selectively secure the nose cone cap to the storage tube.

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for measuring the diameter of an airway in a human or animal subject are disclosed. The device comprises a flexible catheter body having a proximal end and a distal end. Flexible sizing elements are disposed along and extend approximately orthogonally from the catheter body. The sizing elements have different heights from one another and are configured to fit through the working channel of a bronchoscope. Devices, systems, and methods for redirecting airflow through a lung airway are also disclosed. The method comprises introducing into the airway a catheter comprising a distal end, a proximal end and an elongated portion therebetween, wherein the distal end comprises an airway closing mechanism, and wherein the proximal end comprises an actuator to actuate the airway closing mechanism; and actuating the airway closing mechanism to at least partially close the airway.

Abstract: Stents are disclosed herein. The stents described herein can comprise a hollow cylindrical body in which a middle region extends to a first end and also extends to an opposing second end. The first end and the second end can each comprise a plurality of flanges, within which the flanges can have either similar or different characteristics, particularly physical profiles.

Abstract: A fenestration device for fenestrating an endograft material, a retrievable vessel marker, and methods of using the same are described. The fenestration device includes a needle-like tip with cutting edges configured to make a perforation in an endograft material and blades configured to enlarge the perforation. The retrievable vessel marker includes a wire with a helical portion having four radiopaque markers thereon and blades extendable from the needle-like tip configured to be heated by an external heat source to enlarge the perforation in the endograft material.

Abstract: A medical implant for managing blood flow comprises a frame configured for deployment within a first blood vessel and configured to extend at least partially across a first in-flow junction of a second blood vessel, the frame at least partially composed of wire-like struts configured to allow at least partial blood flow through gaps between struts.

Abstract: Light Adjustable Lenses (LALs) are described that suppress unintended optical power drift. These LALs comprise a polymer silicone network, infused with a mobile macromer, a non-switchable ultraviolet absorber, a photoinitiator, and a front protection layer, including a switchable ultraviolet absorber. The LAL is light adjustable by a shaped illumination activating the photoinitiator which induces a polymerization of the mobile macromer, thereby changing an optical power of the LAL. The LAL can accommodate an 0.5-20 ppm oxygen concentration; and a ratio of the oxygen concentration times an oxygen-driven photoinitiator quench rate over a mobile macromer concentration times a photoinitiator-driven polymerization add rate is greater than 10. Some of these LALs include a non-switchable ultraviolet absorber in the front protection layer; or a radical scavenger; or a monofunctional, or sterically hindered mobile macromer; or a switchable photoinitiator, or an anchored photoinitiator.