公开(公告)号：US20040067465A1

公开(公告)日：2004-04-08

申请号：US10265490

申请日：2002-10-07

Inventor： Mark Schomann

IPC: A61C019/10

CPC classification number: G01J3/50 ,  A61C13/0004 ,  A61C13/0019 ,  A61C13/082 ,  B33Y10/00 ,  B33Y50/00 ,  B33Y80/00 ,  G01J3/508

Abstract: A processor implemented prosthodontia system employs digital imaging of a restoration site and surrounding areas of an oral cavity and digital sampling of calorimetric values of tooth surfaces. The processor selects digital image data representative of a tooth surface configuration corresponding to the tooth number of the tooth to be restored and generates a three dimensional image of the restoration, with colorimetric values. Data comprising the shape and calorimetric values of the restoration is transmitted to a fabrication station for processor controlled fabrication through implementation of, for example, a three dimensional jet printing system employing particulate porcelain, polymeric dental composite, etc., and a binder, solvent or reactant and which builds a preform in successive layers of incremental cross sectional heighths. The shaped and colored preform is then hardened to produce a restoration having the specified size, shape and calorimetric values.

Abstract translation: 一种处理器实施的prosthodontia系统采用恢复部位和口腔周围区域的数字成像以及牙齿表面的量热值的数字采样。 处理器选择表示与要恢复的齿的齿数相对应的牙齿表面构造的数字图像数据，并以比色值生成恢复的三维图像。 包括恢复体的形状和量热值的数据通过实施例如使用微粒瓷器，聚合物牙科复合材料等的三维喷墨印刷系统和粘合剂，溶剂或粘合剂 并且其在渐进横截面高度h的连续层中构建预成型件。 然后将成形和着色的预成型件硬化以产生具有指定尺寸，形状和量热值的恢复。

公开(公告)号：US20030189706A1

公开(公告)日：2003-10-09

申请号：US09733162

申请日：2000-12-08

Inventor： James L. Overbeck ,  Richard J. Van Andel ,  Michael A. Galen ,  Christian L. Boes

IPC: G01N021/25

CPC classification number: A61B1/24 ,  A61B1/00052 ,  A61B1/00186 ,  A61B1/0669 ,  A61B5/0088 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/465 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/51

Abstract: An instrument and related process for measuring color, shade, gloss, shape and/or translucence of a tooth. First, the instrument uses searchlight illumination to illuminate a tooth with constant irradiance. Second, the instrument uses calorimetric imaging to collect time-separated frames of different wavelengths of light reflected from a tooth and to combine those frames into a color image. Third, the instrument includes a sanitary shield to establish a reference color and a predetermined distance to a target tooth. Fourth, the instrument provides line-of-sight viewing so an operator may simultaneously view a display of the image on the instrument and the object being measured. Fifth, the instrument is impervious to pollutants because it incorporates a sealed measurement window. Sixth, optical measurements of a tooth taken by a dentist are compared to optical measurements of a prosthetic restoration for that tooth to confirm satisfactory matching of optical characteristics of the tooth and restoration.

Abstract translation: 用于测量牙齿的颜色，阴影，光泽，形状和/或半透明度的仪器和相关过程。 首先，仪器使用探照灯照明照射具有恒定辐照度的牙齿。 其次，仪器使用量热成像来收集从牙齿反射的不同波长的光的时间分隔的帧，并将这些帧组合成彩色图像。 第三，仪器包括卫生护罩以建立参考颜色并且与目标牙齿具有预定距离。 第四，仪器提供视线观看，因此操作者可以同时观察仪器上的图像显示和正被测量的物体。 第五，仪器不含污染物，因为它包含一个密封的测量窗口。 第六，将由牙医取得的牙齿的光学测量值与该牙齿的假体修复体的光学测量值进行比较，以确认牙齿和修复体的光学特性的令人满意的匹配。

公开(公告)号：US06575751B1

公开(公告)日：2003-06-10

申请号：US09523152

申请日：2000-03-10

Applicant: Maryann Lehmann ,  Curtis A. Vock

Inventor： Maryann Lehmann ,  Curtis A. Vock

IPC: A61C510

CPC classification number: G06F19/3425 ,  A01K2217/05 ,  A61C19/00 ,  C07K14/705 ,  C07K16/18 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/462 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/321 ,  G06F19/325 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06F19/3475 ,  G06F19/3481 ,  G16H10/60 ,  G16H50/50 ,  G16H80/00 ,  Y10S715/971

Abstract: An interactive dental restoration method and system for use between a dentist and a dental restoration laboratory. The method includes identifying a dental restoration need in a patient; designing a preliminary treatment plan that includes design criteria for preparation of a dental prosthesis to be placed in the patient to satisfy the dental restoration need; transmitting the preliminary treatment plan via a communications network to a dental restoration laboratory; and communicating a final treatment plan, including modifications to the preliminary treatment plan where necessary, to the dentist. The system includes a computer-based dental restoration system of a network server having a database storing information about materials, procedures and preparations concerning dental restoration prostheses; a communications network providing access to the network server; and one or more computers at a dental office accessing information stored at the database over the communications network and displaying the information in a humanly readable format. Preferably, the communications network is the Internet, and the information stored in the database comprises preparation diagrams, reduction dimensions, margin design and burs for specific dental restoration prostheses. Typically, the final treatment plan includes information about materials for preparing a dental prosthesis that satisfies the design criteria, and the dental prosthesis is then prepared for placement in the patient. This enables optimization of the dental restoration with significant savings in time and effort for the dentist, dental technician and the patient.

Abstract translation: 一种用于牙医和牙科修复实验室之间的交互式牙齿修复方法和系统。 该方法包括识别患者的牙齿修复需要; 设计初步治疗计划，其中包括为放置在患者中以准备牙科修复需要的牙科假体的准备的设计标准; 通过通信网络将初步治疗计划传达给牙科修复实验室; 并向牙医传达最终治疗计划，包括必要时对初步治疗计划的修改。 该系统包括网络服务器的基于计算机的牙科修复系统，其具有数据库，存储关于牙科修复假体的材料，程序和制备的信息; 提供对网络服务器的访问的通信网络; 以及牙科诊所上的一台或多台计算机通过通信网络访问存储在数据库中的信息，并以人类可读的格式显示信息。 优选地，通信网络是互联网，并且存储在数据库中的信息包括用于特定牙齿修复假体的准备图，缩小尺寸，边缘设计和毛刺。 通常，最终治疗计划包括关于用于准备满足设计标准的牙科假体的材料的信息，然后准备牙科假体以放置在患者体内。 这可以优化牙科修复体，大大节省牙医，牙科技师和患者的时间和精力。

公开(公告)号：US20030103199A1

公开(公告)日：2003-06-05

申请号：US10302512

申请日：2002-11-22

Inventor： Wayne D. Jung ,  Russell W. Jung ,  Alan R. Loudermilk

IPC: G01N021/00 ,  G01N021/25 ,  G01N021/47

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0205 ,  G01J3/0216 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/04 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J2003/2866 ,  G01N21/03

Abstract: Optical characteristic measuring systems and methods such as for determining the color or other optical characteristics of an object are disclosed. Perimeter receiver fiber optics are spaced apart from a source fiber optic and receive light from the surface of the object being measured. Light from the perimeter fiber optics pass to a variety of filters. The system utilizes the perimeter receiver fiber optics to determine information regarding the height and angle of the probe with respect to the object being measured. Under processor control, the optical characteristics measurement may be made at a predetermined height and angle. Various color spectral photometer arrangements are disclosed. Translucency, fluorescence, gloss and/or surface texture data also may be obtained. Audio feedback may be provided to guide operator use of the system. The probe may have a removable or shielded tip for contamination prevention. A method of producing prostheses based on measured data also is disclosed. Measured data also may be stored and/or organized as part of a data base.

公开(公告)号：US20030035107A1

公开(公告)日：2003-02-20

申请号：US10236305

申请日：2002-09-06

Applicant: X-Rite, Incorporated

Inventor： James L. Overbeck ,  Richard J. Van Andel ,  Michael A. Galen ,  Christian L. Boes

IPC: G01N021/25

CPC classification number: A61B1/24 ,  A61B1/00052 ,  A61B1/00186 ,  A61B1/0669 ,  A61B5/0088 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/465 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/51

Abstract: An instrument and related process for measuring color, shade, gloss, shape and/or translucence of a tooth. First, the instrument uses searchlight illumination to illuminate a tooth with constant irradiance. Second, the instrument uses colorimetric imaging to collect time-separated frames of different wavelengths of light reflected from a tooth and to combine those frames into a color image. Third, the instrument includes a sanitary shield to establish a reference color and a predetermined distance to a target tooth. Fourth, the instrument provides line-of-sight viewing so an operator may simultaneously view a display of the image on the instrument and the object being measured. Fifth, the instrument is impervious to pollutants because it incorporates a sealed measurement window. Sixth, optical measurements of a tooth taken by a dentist are compared to optical measurements of a prosthetic restoration for that tooth to confirm satisfactory matching of optical characteristics of the tooth and restoration.

Abstract translation: 用于测量牙齿的颜色，阴影，光泽，形状和/或半透明度的仪器和相关过程。 首先，仪器使用探照灯照明照射具有恒定辐照度的牙齿。 其次，仪器使用比色成像来收集从牙齿反射的不同波长的光的时间分隔的帧，并将这些帧组合成彩色图像。 第三，仪器包括卫生护罩以建立参考颜色并且与目标牙齿具有预定距离。 第四，仪器提供视线观看，因此操作者可以同时观察仪器上的图像显示和正被测量的物体。 第五，仪器不含污染物，因为它包含一个密封的测量窗口。 第六，将由牙医取得的牙齿的光学测量值与该牙齿的假体修复体的光学测量值进行比较，以确认牙齿和修复体的光学特性的令人满意的匹配。

公开(公告)号：US20020196438A1

公开(公告)日：2002-12-26

申请号：US10157936

申请日：2002-05-31

Inventor： Harald Kerschbaumer ,  Walter Pokorny ,  Gottfried Rohner ,  Graham Pye

IPC: G01J003/28 ,  G01J004/00

CPC classification number: G01J3/50 ,  A61B1/24 ,  G01J3/0224 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/508

Abstract: A light analyzer with a first light source configured and disposed for irradiating with a first light an object disposed at an object location. A second light source is configured and disposed for irradiating the object with a second light that is preferably polarized along a first axis. A light receiving element is configured and disposed for receiving the first and second light reflected from the object and comprising a sensing device that is configured for sensing and producing an image corresponding to the reflected light. The light receiving element preferably comprises a polarizing filter configured for polarizing the reflected second light along a second axis at an angle to the first axis for reducing glare and reflection.

Abstract translation: 一种具有第一光源的光分析器，其被配置和设置成用于照射设置在物体位置处的物体的第一光。 第二光源被配置和设置成用第二光照射物体，该第二光优选地沿着第一轴线极化。 光接收元件被配置和布置成用于接收从物体反射的第一和第二光，并且包括被配置为感测并产生对应于反射光的图像的感测装置。 光接收元件优选地包括偏振滤光器，其被配置为使得反射的第二光沿着与第一轴线成一定角度的第二轴线偏振，以减少眩光和反射。

公开(公告)号：US20020154305A1

公开(公告)日：2002-10-24

申请号：US10134087

申请日：2002-04-25

Applicant: LJ Laboratories, LLC

Inventor： Wayne D. Jung ,  Russell W. Jung ,  Alan R. Loudermilk

IPC: G01J003/51

CPC classification number: G01N21/6486 ,  A61C13/0004 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J2003/1234 ,  G01J2003/1239 ,  G01N21/251 ,  G01N21/255 ,  G01N21/474 ,  G01N21/645 ,  G01N2021/6463 ,  G01N2021/6484 ,  G02B6/3825 ,  G02B6/4292

Abstract: Color/optical characteristics measuring systems and methods are disclosed. Perimeter receiver fiber optics/elements are spaced apart from a central source fiber optic/element and received light reflected from the surface of the object is measured. Light from the perimeter fiber optics pass to a variety of filters. The system utilizes the perimeter receiver fiber optics to determine information regarding the height and angle of the probe with respect to the object being measured. Under processor control, the color measurement may be made at a predetermined height and angle. Various color spectral photometer arrangements are disclosed. Translucency, fluorescence and/or surface texture data also may be obtained. Audio feedback may be provided to guide operator use of the system. The probe may have a removable or shielded tip for contamination prevention.

Abstract translation: 公开了颜色/光学特性测量系统和方法。 外围接收器光纤/元件与中心源光纤/元件间隔开，并且测量从物体表面反射的受光。 来自周边光纤的光通过各种滤光片。 该系统利用周边接收机光纤来确定关于探头相对于被测量物体的高度和角度的信息。 在处理器控制下，可以以预定的高度和角度进行颜色测量。 公开了各种颜色光谱光度计布置。 也可以获得半透明度，荧光和/或表面纹理数据。 可以提供音频反馈以指导操作者使用该系统。 探头可能具有可移除或屏蔽的尖端，以防止污染。

公开(公告)号：US20020064750A1

公开(公告)日：2002-05-30

申请号：US10024125

申请日：2001-12-17

Inventor： Alan C. Morris ,  Craig A. Mabrito ,  Matthew R. Roberts

IPC: A61C019/10

CPC classification number: A61C19/10 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/524

Abstract: A patient's dental prosthesis (e.g. a prosthesis tooth, crown, veneer, or bridge) is made by acquiring an image of the patient's teeth that contain black and white normalization references. These references are black and white porcelain, for example, that allow software of the invention to determine absolute black and absolute white within the color image. The acquired color image is then normalized in accordance with the normalization references, which corrects the image for variations in lighting conditions and image source. The normalized image is then standardized by matching the pixels of the normalized image to selected shade standards. The dental prosthesis can then be manufactured by a lab technician by referring to the standardized image. The tooth shade analysis and matching system is also applicable to direct restorations of natural teeth, such as repair of chipped or broken teeth. Methods of whitening teeth are also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 通过获取包含黑白标准化参考的患者牙齿的图像来制造患者的牙科假体（例如假体牙，冠，胶合板或桥）。 这些参考文献是黑白瓷，例如，允许本发明的软件确定彩色图像内的绝对黑色和绝对白色。 所获得的彩色图像然后根据归一化参考进行归一化，该归一化参考校正图像以获得照明条件和图像源的变化。 然后通过将标准化图像的像素与所选择的阴影标准进行匹配来标准化图像。 然后可以由实验室技术人员通过参考标准化图像来制造牙科假体。 牙齿分析和匹配系统也适用于直接修复天然牙齿，如修复牙齿碎裂或断裂。 还公开了牙齿美白的方法。

公开(公告)号：US06328567B1

公开(公告)日：2001-12-11

申请号：US09477777

申请日：2000-01-04

Applicant: Alan C. Morris ,  Craig A. Mabrito

Inventor： Alan C. Morris ,  Craig A. Mabrito

IPC: A61C500

CPC classification number: A61C19/10 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/524

Abstract: Methods, apparatuses and systems for tooth shade analysis and matching are disclosed. A method embodiment according to the invention includes acquiring at least one image, the image including one or more teeth of a patient and normalization references, normalizing the at least one image in accordance with the normalization references, determining the color of the teeth as composed of colors from one or more selected shade standards, communicating the standardized color information to a dental laboratory, manufacturing a dental prosthesis based on the standardized color information and installing the dental prosthetic. Normalization is performed to correct patient images for variations in lighting conditions and image source. Normalization references include a black reference, a white reference and at least one color reference. The normalized image is standardized by matching the pixels of the normalized image to selected shade standards. Selected shade standards may include incisal tooth shade standards. The standardized color image and/or analysis may be communicated to a dental laboratory according to aspects of the invention. The dental prosthesis can then be manufactured by a lab technician by referring to the standardized image. Color models according to the invention may include RGB, HSI and other models for representing color images. The methods, apparatuses and systems for tooth shade analysis and matching are also applicable to direct restorations of natural teeth, such as repair of chipped or broken teeth.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于牙齿分析和匹配的方法，装置和系统。 根据本发明的方法实施例包括获取至少一个图像，包括患者的一个或多个牙齿的图像和归一化参考，根据归一化参考标准化至少一个图像，确定牙齿的颜色由 从一个或多个所选择的阴影标准的颜色，将标准化的颜色信息传达到牙科实验室，基于标准化颜色信息制造牙科假体并安装牙科假体。 执行归一化以校正患者图像以获得照明条件和图像源的变化。 归一化参考包括黑色参考，白色参考和至少一个颜色参考。 通过将归一化图像的像素与选择的色调标准进行匹配来标准化标准化图像。 所选阴影标准可包括切牙遮蔽标准。 标准化彩色图像和/或分析可以根据本发明的方面传送到牙科实验室。 然后可以由实验室技术人员通过参考标准化图像来制造牙科假体。 根据本发明的颜色模型可以包括用于表示彩色图像的RGB，HSI和其它模型。 用于牙齿分析和匹配的方法，装置和系统也适用于直接修复天然牙齿，例如修复切屑或破碎的牙齿。

公开(公告)号：US06305933B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-23

申请号：US09688542

申请日：2000-10-16

Applicant: Maryann Lehmann

Inventor： Maryann Lehmann

IPC: A61C1910

CPC classification number: A61C19/10 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/462 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J3/52 ,  G01N21/25

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for determining a patient's tooth shade that includes the steps of electronically imaging a patient's tooth to obtain an image which includes color information representative of tooth color; determining the patient's tooth color from the color information of the image; and displaying the determined tooth color to identify one or more tooth shades having a combined color corresponding to the determined tooth color. Preferably, the displayed data includes RGB chromaticities of the color image, and the patient's tooth color is determined by averaging the color information at selected locations of the image which correspond to different spatial locations of the patient's tooth. If desired, the color information of the patient's tooth can be electronically stored for use at a later time.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于确定患者牙齿色调的方法，其包括以下步骤：电子地成像患者的牙齿以获得包括表示牙齿颜色的颜色信息的图像; 从图像的颜色信息确定患者的牙齿颜色; 以及显示所确定的牙齿颜色以识别具有与所确定的牙齿颜色相对应的组合颜色的一个或多个牙齿。 优选地，显示的数据包括彩色图像的RGB色度，并且通过平均对应于患者牙齿的不同空间位置的图像的选定位置处的颜色信息来确定患者的牙齿颜色。 如果需要，可以电子地存储患者牙齿的颜色信息以供稍后使用。