Align Technology, Inc.
Automatic ectopic teeth detection on scan

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Abstract:

Provided herein are orthodontic devices and methods for patients with missing or ectopic teeth. Methods and processes are provided to properly number the teeth of a patient's arch after a dental scan. Methods and processes are also provided to automatically detect missing or ectopic teeth after a dental scan. Methods of designing and manufacturing the aligner are also provided.

Status:
Grant
Type:

Utility

Filling date:

8 May 2019

Issue date:

26 Oct 2021