Ivoclar Vivadent had 12 patents in 3D printing during Q4 2023. The patents filed by Ivoclar Vivadent AG in Q4 2023 include a polymerizable composition for dental applications, a process for producing ceramic parts using 3D inkjet printing, a manufacturing machine with a suspension damper for dental object production, a recognition method for dental objects based on shape, and a manufacturing method involving rotating digital dental objects for production. GlobalData’s report on Ivoclar Vivadent gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Ivoclar Vivadent grant share with 3D printing as a theme is 33% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Compositions for the production of fracture-tough dental parts by means of stereolithography (Patent ID: US20230357556A1)
The patent filed by Ivoclar Vivadent AG pertains to a polymerizable composition for dental applications, consisting of oligomers, monomers, and initiators for radical polymerization. The oligomers used are aliphatic urethane (meth)acrylate, epoxy (meth)acrylate, or polyether urethane (meth)acrylate, while the monomers are polyfunctional. The composition also includes specific photoinitiators and optional additives like fillers, UV absorbers, and thixotropic agents. The formulation and proportions of the components are detailed in various claims, providing a versatile and customizable solution for dental applications.
The patent also covers a process for producing or repairing dental parts using the polymerizable composition, cured with light. The dental parts include restorations, prostheses, artificial teeth, crowns, bridges, and orthodontic appliances like aligners and splints. The production or repair process can involve additive manufacturing techniques such as 3D printing or lithography-based methods, offering a modern and efficient approach to dental fabrication. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive and innovative solution for dental materials, combining specific oligomers, monomers, and initiators with customizable compositions and advanced manufacturing processes for improved dental applications.
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