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    Device for attaching a removable dental prosthesis to a jawbone, the device comprising a first subunit (1) and a second subunit (15 '). The first subunit (1) is intended for attachment to the dental prosthesis and has a connecting element, which can be releasably locked in a blind-hole-shaped recess in the second subunit, which is intended for direct or indirect attachment to the jawbone.
    公开号:CH709200B1
    申请号:CH00740/15
    申请日:2013-11-28
    公开日:2017-12-29
    发明作者:Martin C/O Institut Straumann Ag Boris
    申请人:Straumann Holding Ag；
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    Description: The present invention relates to a device for attaching a removable dental prosthesis to a jawbone.
    Dental prostheses are used to replace missing parts of a denture. Such dental prostheses are usually attached to the residual dentition, to existing dentures or already anchored implants or directly in the jawbone.
    The term "dental prosthesis" is understood in the context of the present invention, a structure that supplements or replaces not only the visible part of a tooth or a group of teeth, but may also include its or its tooth roots and / or the adjacent gum. A dental prosthesis can thus form a complete replacement for one or more teeth of a patient. A dental prosthesis in the ready-to-use state typically consists of several interlocking or even attached components.
    Removable dental prostheses are usually attached with special adhesive creams or mechanically by means of special fasteners on the residual dentition or the jawbone. Mechanical fasteners can be anchored directly in the jawbone or - as more often practiced - attached to pre-implanted implants. Such implants are usually implanted by the dentist in the jawbone of a patient or inserted and are not or only partially visible in the implanted state. They are generally formed substantially cylindrical or tapered and are usually in the form of screws or pins.
    For attachment of larger artificial parts, so-called partial or full dentures, at least two fasteners are required in the normal case. However, this means that the fasteners must be precisely coordinated with respect to their anchoring and alignment to ensure a flush, tight fitting and aligned parallel to the residual dentition or jaw bone fixation of the dental prosthesis. Especially for anchored in the jaw bone fasteners such a precisely coordinated alignment is extremely difficult.
    In addition, the normal chewing forces can cause the dental prosthesis sinks deeper into the jawbone as the use progresses. As a result, the underlying gum under the dental prosthesis is squeezed, which can lead to extremely unpleasant pain in the wearer of the dental prosthesis. As a result, a bone regression and a lack of posterior dentition support is expected.
    For this reason anchoring systems have been developed in which the respective fastening elements consist of two sub-units, which can be detachably connected to one another via a coupling. In general, the connection of the subunits via a snap or snap connection, so that they are movable relative to each other in the connected state. Thanks to the movable connection, such anchoring systems are more tolerant of deviations in the optimum relative and absolute alignment of multiple mounting subassemblies.
    Such a system is described for example in DE-A-10 2010 004 256, which comprises a main body with a projecting out of the gum ball-shaped end as part of the prosthesis and the ball-head end encompassing cap, which cemented in the prosthesis or is copolymerized. The ball-head-shaped end of the base body is thereby pushed into an elastically deformable element in the cap until the cap engages behind the ball-head-shaped end. Thus, the main body can be movably connected to the cap.
    US 5,480,304 and US 2010/105005 each disclose a device for attaching a dental prosthesis. The device comprises a matrix element which can be fastened to the jawbone and a fastening element which has a spherical connection element at one end and is fastened irreversibly at the opposite end in the dental prosthesis. In the case of US Pat. No. 5,480,304, the fastening element is designed in two parts and comprises an irreversibly anchored pin in the dental prosthesis and a separate dumbbell-shaped coupling element with two opposing connecting elements. By latching of the connecting element in a complementarily shaped receiving the female element, the dental prosthesis can be releasably secured to the jawbone.
    In US 6 302 693 a dental prosthesis mounting arrangement is disclosed in which the dental prosthesis is secured via an implant fixed in the bone. Attached to the implant is a mounting part, which is configured in the form of a socket and has a recess for receiving a spherical joint head.
    Both US 4,488,875 and US 6,273,720 also disclose systems for forming a snap connection between a jawbone attachable element, e.g. a post or implant, and a removable denture.
    US 5 092 770 discloses an anchoring system for dental prostheses, in which the dental prosthesis can be secured by engagement of a dental prosthesis attached to the ball head in a receiving element which is cemented into the root canal of a former tooth.
    US 2010/291507 discloses a dental implant having a cup-shaped recess at the coronal end. Further disclosed is a body part having an inside through-bore and a globally configured end region, which can be pressed into the recess for temporary attachment of the abutment part to the implant.
    Instead of "cap", the term "matrix" is often used. In this context, "die" is understood to mean a structure in which a preferably ball-head-shaped counterpart can be received and locked.
    The disadvantage, however, is that the interlocking surfaces of the connected subunits can be worn by repeated removal and insertion of the dental prosthesis and thus the prosthesis may not be securely fixed under certain circumstances. A subsequently necessary replacement of the subunits is often difficult, since in particular the matrix is usually permanently fixed in the dental prosthesis and thus must be milled out.
    In addition, a relatively large insertion hole must be drilled or milled into the prosthesis to attach the female in the dental prosthesis. This can permanently impair the stability of the dental prosthesis and shorten the life of the prosthesis.
    Another disadvantage is that the anchored in the jaw or implants subunits protrude from the soft tissue and are perceived by the wearer not only as unaesthetic and disturbing, but also are of health concern, since these protruding subunits irritation or even injury of Tongue and surrounding gums.
    In addition, such protruding subunits entail the risk that the anchoring subunits and / or teeth may be damaged when interacting with the overlying row of teeth.
    It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a device for secure attachment of a removable dental prosthesis in which the dental prosthesis can be easily inserted and removed from the carrier, which has a high wearing comfort, high durability and high mechanical strength and can be produced without increased costs.
    This object is achieved by the device according to claim 1 and the set according to claim 14. Preferred embodiments are subject of the dependent claims.
    The device according to the invention serves for attaching a removable dental prosthesis to a jawbone and comprises a first subunit and a second subunit detachably connectable to the first subunit.
    The first subunit has along its longitudinal axis in a first end region an anchoring element and in a second end region opposite the first end region a coupling region with a neck and an adjoining head. The neck is disposed between the first end portion and the head and is smaller in cross section than the maximum cross section of the head.
    The second subunit is designed in the form of a die and has along its longitudinal axis at a first end a mounting portion with a fastener and at a second end opposite the first end a receiving portion with a second end open toward the blind hole-shaped recess. The blind hole-shaped recess serves to receive the head of the first subunit and has a recess opening at a receiving end which is arranged at the second end and has a recess opening through which the head can be inserted into the recess. The blind hole-shaped recess further comprises an opening cross-section of the recess opening delimiting, elastically deformable retention element, wherein the limited by the retention element opening cross-section, at least in locked and unlatched state of the device is smaller than the maximum cross section of the head. By deforming the retention element of the effective opening cross-section of the recess opening is elastically expandable, so that the head in the recess to form a latching connection can be releasably verra-tet.
    For attachment of the dental prosthesis on the jaw of the patient, the head of the first subunit is pushed into the recess of the second subunit, wherein the elastically deformable retention element and thus the limited by the retention element opening cross section of the recess widens. After insertion of the head into the recess, the retention element engages behind the head, whereby it is locked in the recess. The latching connection is achieved in that overcome by pulling the head, the retention force of the latching connection and the head is pulled out of the recess.
    According to the invention, the anchoring element is provided for anchoring the first subunit in the dental prosthesis, while the second subunit is intended for direct or indirect attachment to the jawbone.
    The device according to the invention has the advantage that no significant protruding from the gum fasteners are present, so that when removed dental prosthesis, the device for the patient brings no health, aesthetic or wear comfort disadvantages.
    Another advantage is that the device according to the invention can be made much smaller compared to prosthesis fasteners of the prior art. This means that both the length and the diameter of the two subunits as well as the overall height of the device in the latched state can be significantly reduced without having to accept losses in terms of a secure anchoring of the prosthesis.
    In the field of dentistry, a space saving of a few millimeters is already very significant and makes the difference between a well-fitting dentures and one that sits bad and therefore cause pain to the patient or hinder him, for example, when chewing or talking.
    The inventive device thus has a smaller footprint than the prior art ball anchors, especially because the second subunit is preferably substantially completely embedded in the soft tissue, i. E. that the receiving-section-side end face of the second subunit preferably ends at the same height as the soft tissue or the gingiva. Thus, even in the case of a conventional implant, a significant space saving can be achieved.
    In order to allow the preferably substantially complete embedding in the soft tissue, the length of the receiving portion of the second subunit, measured in the direction of the longitudinal axis, ideally corresponds approximately to the thickness of the soft tissue. In general, the receiving portion has a length of at least 1.7 mm, preferably from 2 mm to 3.7 mm, more preferably from 2 mm to 3.2 mm, particularly preferably from about 2.7 mm.
    In addition, the second subunit can alternatively be anchored in an implant that is designed narrower and / or shorter than normal dental implants and can also be used in patients with zurückgebildetem jawbone. The same naturally applies to the configuration of the attachment section, if the second subunit is intended for direct anchoring in a borehole in the jawbone.
    In addition, the device for the patient is extremely easy to handle. Even two fasteners are sufficient to allow a secure and stable attachment of the dental prosthesis. The fact that a smaller number of implants to set and align, both the insertion of the dental prosthesis are made easier and the manufacturing and treatment costs are kept low.
    According to a particularly preferred embodiment, by latching the head of the first subunit in the recess of the second subunit a latching connection can be formed, in which the two subunits are movable relative to each other, without causing the locking connection between the first and second subunit would be solved , In this regard, the head may in particular rotate, pivot and / or tilt relative to the second subunit.
    The movable connection between the first and the second subunit allows alignment of the dental prosthesis during insertion, so that a non-optimal, oblique insertion of the dental prosthesis is possible without the fasteners would be bent or damaged. Further, the movable connection allows latching of the head in the recess is possible even if the longitudinal axis of a respective first subunit when snapping is not exactly in the extension of the longitudinal axis of the corresponding second subunit, but if these longitudinal axes at a certain angle to each other stand. This angle a is typically an acute angle and can be up to 20 ° or even more. In addition, deviations from an exactly parallel alignment of the longitudinal axes of two or more attached to the jawbone second subunits are tolerated, which simplifies the attachment of the subunits to the jawbone.
    Above all, however, the mobile connection of the two subunits has the advantage that optimal chewing forces between the subunits are possible during chewing. In particular, the lateral and oblique loads occurring under physiological stress can also be optimally distributed.
    In terms of a stable and relatively movable connection of the two subunits, the head of the first subunit preferably has a rounded contour and is particularly preferably at least approximately spherical. A rounded contour of the head has the advantage that thereby tilting of the head during insertion into the recess and / or during its removal can be avoided. In contrast, an angular contour of the head, especially with repeated insertion and removal of the dental prosthesis could lead to increased material wear of the two subunits.
    The blind hole-shaped recess may be designed so that it extends from the recess opening in the direction of the attachment portion substantially cylindrical or the shape of the head in accordance with conical or spherical segment expands outwardly.
    The attachment of the second subunit to the jawbone can be realized on the one hand indirectly by the second subunit is attached to a dental implant anchored in the jawbone, or shortly "implant", or on the other hand done directly by direct anchoring in the jawbone.
    Normally, such an implant is substantially circular cylindrical in shape and is typically made of metal, e.g. Titanium or a titanium alloy, or ceramic, e.g. Zirconia. Furthermore, the implant usually has an anchoring section with an external thread for anchoring in the jawbone. On the inside, the implant normally has a substantially circular-cylindrical cavity with an internal thread which runs parallel to a central longitudinal axis of the implant.
    Particularly preferably, the fastening element of the second subunit for reversible attachment to the implant, or on the jaw bone, provided. In this way, the second subunit can be easily replaced in the case of signs of wear or damage. Since, in particular, the retention elements in the second subunit are susceptible to wear due to the tensile and compressive forces acting, they can easily be replaced thanks to the easy interchangeability of the second subunit.
    The reversible attachment of the second subunit to the implant or jawbone is preferably done by screwing.
    For attachment to the implant, the fastening element preferably has an external thread which corresponds to an internal thread in the coronal opening of the dental implant, so that the fastening element can be screwed into the receptacle of the dental implant.
    As described above, the receptacle in the implant is generally at least partially configured substantially circular cylindrical.
    In a preferred embodiment, a constriction is formed in the receptacle, which forms a radially projecting into the interior of the receptacle shoulder surface, which serves as a stop surface for the fastening element. Preferably, the radially into the interior of the receiving projecting shoulder surface of the constriction is conical. According to this embodiment, it can be ensured that as little play as possible is present in the connected state between the fastening element of the second subunit and the dental implant, which results in the most secure attachment possible. In addition, this prevents cavities or gaps in the assembled state, could penetrate into the foreign body.
    Basically, two types of helical dental implants are known from the prior art: In the so-called "soft-tissue" implants, the implant is screwed only so far into the jawbone that the receiving end of the implant is embedded in the soft tissue and about at the same height as the soft tissue ends. As an alternative, the so-called "bone-level" implants are known, which are essentially completely buried in the jawbone and thus do not or hardly protrude into the soft tissue after implantation.
    According to a preferred embodiment, the second subunit is thus intended to be attached indirectly by attaching to a dental implant anchored in the jawbone on the jawbone. Both soft-tissue and bone-level implants are suitable for such indirect attachment.
    In the case of a soft tissue implant, the second subunit is essentially sunk in the receptacle of the implant, so that the second subunit does not or hardly protrudes from the implant and the soft tissue. In this case, the receiving section of the second subunit is preferably adapted to the shape of the receptacle in the implant. The attachment portion also includes a fastener, which serves to attach the second subunit in the receptacle of the implant, for example by engaging in a corresponding counter element in the receptacle of the implant.
    In the case of a bone-level implant, the receiving portion of the second subunit protrudes slightly from the implant after attachment to the implant and preferably ends at the level of the soft tissue, that is the gum. In the implanted state, the second subunit is particularly preferably embedded in the soft tissue, and the receiving subsection of the second subunit thus has a soft tissue contact surface (that is, a surface area intended to be in contact with the soft tissue after insertion), preferably by a soft tissue interface Roughening (eg by sandblasting), other forms of surface treatments (eg by etching) and / or by a coating (eg plasma spray method) is specifically functionalized and is particularly preferably roughened and / or hydrophilic. Such hydrophilic surfaces show an improved interaction with the surrounding soft tissue and in particular a particularly good healing in the soft tissue. In this regard, reference is made to EP-A-2 161 000, which describes such a functionalized soft tissue contacting surface. Alternatively, of course, a smaller or larger part of the surface of the second subunit can be equipped with a roughened or functionalized surface.
    Of course, instead of a hydrophilic and roughened surface is also a hydrophilic and smooth or polished
    Soft tissue contact surface conceivable.
    In both cases above-in soft-tissue or bone-level implants-it is thus guaranteed that the structures embedded in the soft tissue do not create any structures protruding significantly from the soft tissue, leading to disturbing interactions with the residual dentition or could lead the tongue. For this purpose, the length of the receiving portion of the second subunit, measured in the direction of the longitudinal axis, ideally corresponds to approximately the thickness of the soft tissue. In general, the receiving portion has a length of at least 1.7 mm, preferably from 2 mm to 3.7 mm, more preferably from 2 mm to 3.2 mm, particularly preferably from about 2.7 mm.
    As an alternative to indirect attachment, according to a further preferred embodiment, the second subunit is intended to be fixed directly in the jawbone. In this case, the attachment portion is accordingly designed an anchoring portion of a dental implant, so that the second subunit can be anchored directly in a borehole in the jawbone.
    Even in the case of a direct anchorage, the second subunit is preferably embedded in the soft tissue in the implanted state and does not protrude significantly from the soft tissue to avoid disturbing interactions with the residual dentition or the tongue. The second subunit thus has a soft tissue contact surface even in the case of a direct anchoring in the jawbone, preferably by roughening (eg by sandblasting), other forms of surface treatment (eg by etching) and / or by a coating (eg plasma spray method). is specifically functionalized and particularly preferably roughened and / or hydrophilic.
    For a direct anchoring of the second subunit in the jawbone, the attachment section preferably has a thread on the outside, in particular a self-tapping thread, so that the attachment section can be screwed into the borehole in the jawbone.
    Alternatively, it is theoretically conceivable that the second subunit is irreversibly attached to the implant, for example by cementing or gluing.
    As described above, according to the invention, the second subunit comprises an elastically deformable retention element delimiting the opening cross-section of the recess opening, which serves to form a latching connection between the head of the first subunit and the recess of the second subunit.
    Thanks to the elastically deformable retention element, the withdrawal forces for separating the two latched subunits, ie for releasing the latching connection, and thus for removing the dental prosthesis can be adjusted. In addition, the retention element can exert a damping function, whereby the acting chewing forces can be damped and optimally distributed.
    According to a preferred embodiment, the elastically deformable retention element comprises an elastic ring, an annular spring or an elastic element essentially lining the recess on the inside.
    In the case of an elastic ring, for example a spring ring, this is preferably held in the region of the recess opening in a circumferential recess, for example in an annular groove in an inner wall of the recess, so that expand its inner diameter during insertion of the head and the Elastic ring can dodge into the recess.
    The second subunit can also be designed so that the elastic ring rests on a receiving end on the second end face around the recess opening and is pressed by a screwed onto the receiving section second end of the second subunit nut against the end face. The elastic ring is held securely in a circumferential recess which is formed by the end face on the one hand and the union nut on the other hand and prevents displacement in the axial direction.
    According to an alternative embodiment, the elastic ring rests on a support surface which is shoulder-shaped in the recess and is pressed against the support surface by a union nut screwed onto the receiving-section-side second end of the second subunit.
    In the unlocked state of the device, the elastic ring protrudes with its inside over the inner wall of the blind hole-shaped recess and forms a retention bead. When inserting the head of the first subunit into the blind hole-shaped recess of the elastic ring is expanded against its spring action.
    The depression is made sufficiently deep that the elastic ring in the unlocked state of the device does not touch the bottom of the circumferential recess. This allows the ring to expand upon insertion of the head into the recess, allowing for gentle insertion of the head into, respectively, disengagement of the head from the recess.
    In the case of a union nut, this preferably has a polygonal outer cross-section and forms, for example, an external hexagon in order to enable the transmission of torque from the screwing-in tool onto the union nut by means of a screwing-in tool with a corresponding internal polygon. By turning the union nut, the elastic ring can be compressed more or less strongly, whereby the inner diameter of the retention bead changes and thus the retention force between the first and the second subunit is influenced. This allows to adapt the retention force of the second subunit to the needs of the patient.
    In the case of an elastic ring this can also be interrupted in the direction of rotation, which facilitates its insertion into a recess described above in the wall of the recess.
    In the case of an annular spring this is preferably made of metal and arranged in the region of the recess opening, where it forms a retention bead for the head of the first subunit and thus limits the opening cross section of the recess opening.
    Ring springs are particularly advantageous because they are simple and inexpensive to manufacture and are also characterized by their high resistance.
    Preferably, the annular spring comprises at least one ring which is interrupted in the circumferential direction so that it can deform plastically during insertion of the head through the recess opening of the second subunit.
    Analogous to the elastic ring, the annular spring is preferably held in a recess, for example in an annular groove, in the region of the recess opening in an inner wall of the recess, so that it can expand during insertion of the head and thereby dodge into the annular groove.
    Alternatively, it is conceivable that the annular spring has an external thread and is fastened via engagement in a recess formed in the wall of the screw thread in the region of the recess opening.
    Instead of a fastening by screwing, it is also conceivable that the annular spring in the recess opening at least partially cohesively welded to the wall of the recess or the second subunit is already made in one piece with the annular spring in the recess opening. For welding, the laser welding method and the ultrasonic welding method have proven to be particularly advantageous. These welding processes are characterized by a high welding speed, achieving a narrow and slim weld seam and a low thermal distortion, which meets the high accuracy requirements in dental technology.
    In the case of an elastic element essentially lining the recess on the inside, this forms a type of padding between the head and an inner wall of the recess. In addition, the elastic element substantially lining the recess on the inside can also be designed such that it substantially completely fills the recess. When inserting the head into the recess, the elastic material is compressed. This has the advantage that the head can be easily inserted through the recess opening and then embedded in the recess in the elastic material. This results in a positive connection between the elastic material and the head of the first subunit; which allows a uniform distribution of chewing forces and thus goes hand in hand with a lower burden on the mucous membrane and the bone tissue. In addition, it can be prevented thanks to the elastic element that, when the dental prosthesis is removed, food particles can penetrate into the recess and block the recess.
    For fixing in the recess, the elastic element preferably has an external thread, which engages in a corresponding internal thread in the recess wall.
    With regard to its preparation, a biocompatible plastic or rubber is preferably used for the elastic ring or the elastic element, which ensures a safe retentive hold of the prosthesis for years beyond.
    In an alternative preferred embodiment, the receiving portion itself is formed as an elastically deformable retention element. The receiving portion preferably comprises at least two cuts in the longitudinal direction in this case. In the presence of several such cuts a kind of spring fingers or resilient lamellae are formed.
    To form a latching connection between the first and the second subunit, the elastically deformable retention element engages behind the head after it has been inserted into the recess and is preferably in a form-fitting manner against the surface of the head half facing the neck.
    Particularly preferably, the latching connection has a retention force of 5 to 20 N, preferably 7 to 11 N, on.
    The total length of the first subunit is usually between 4 mm and 7 mm, preferably about 5.5 mm, wherein the length of the anchoring region, measured along the longitudinal axis of the subunit, usually 1 mm to 3 mm, preferably about 2 mm, and the length the coupling region, also measured along the longitudinal axis, is usually between 2 mm and 3 mm, preferably between 2 mm and 2.5 mm, particularly preferably about 2.2 mm. The maximum diameter of the head is usually between 1.5 mm and 3 mm, preferably about 2 mm.
    In the case of an indirect attachment of the second subunit to the jawbone via screwing into an implant anchored in the jawbone, the total length of the second subunit is preferably between 4 mm and 7 mm, wherein the length of the attachment section, measured along the longitudinal axis of the second subunit, is usually 2 mm to 4 mm, preferably about 2 mm, and the length of the receiving portion, also measured along the longitudinal axis, is usually at least 1.7 mm, preferably between 2 mm and 3.7 mm, particularly preferably between 2 mm and 3.2 mm. The maximum diameter of the recess opening is usually between 1.5 mm and 3 mm, preferably about 2 mm.
    In the case of a direct attachment of the second subunit to the jawbone via anchoring in a borehole in the jawbone, the total length of the second subunit, depending on the thickness of the bone and soft tissue, preferably between 8 mm and 10 mm, the length of the Fastening portion, measured along the longitudinal axis of the second subunit, usually 5 mm to 8 mm, preferably about 6 mm, and the length of the receiving portion, also measured along the longitudinal axis, usually at least 1.7 mm, preferably between 2 mm and 3.7 mm, more preferably between 2 mm and 3.2 mm. The maximum diameter of the recess opening is usually between 1.5 mm and 3 mm, preferably about 2 mm.
    The anchoring element of the first subunit is according to the invention intended to be fixed in or on the dental prosthesis. Preferably, the anchoring element is designed such that it can be reversibly, preferably by means of screwing in the dental prosthesis, anchored. Alternatively, it would also be conceivable for the first subunit to be fixed irreversibly in the dental prosthesis by adhesive bonding or adhesively, for example by polymerizing in or cementing it in place.
    In order to ensure the most intimate positive connection between the anchoring element and the material of the dental prosthesis, the anchoring element preferably has on the outside a preferably self-tapping thread and / or a profiling. The profiling can be provided approximately in the form of radial depressions or projections.
    Such an external thread, in particular a self-tapping external thread, serves to screw the first subunit into the material of the dental prosthesis. The fastening form by means of screwing in is particularly preferred since the first subunit can easily be unscrewed and replaced during wear or damage.
    Particularly preferably, the first and the second subunit are reversibly attached to the dental prosthesis or to the dental implant, so that a simple replacement of the subunits is possible.
    In the case of a polymerisation or cementing of the anchoring element in the dental prosthesis, a profiling allows a stable embedding in the prosthesis material, since thereby the surface of the anchoring element is increased.
    According to a further preferred embodiment, the first and / or the second subunit on attack surfaces, which allow transferring a torque from a driving tool on the first and / or the second subunit. Especially in the case of a necessary replacement can thereby the first and / or the second subunit without damage to the dental prosthesis, or the implant, are dissolved out.
    The attack surfaces may be present on the outer surface of the first and / or the second subunit. Preferably, the engagement surfaces are arranged parallel to the longitudinal axis and lie in a plane which is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the subunit, preferably such that at least two engagement surfaces face each other. Particularly preferably, the engagement surfaces are arranged such that they form an outer polyhedron, that is, for example, a four, five, six or octagon, or an outer torx.
    Alternatively or additionally, the engagement surfaces may be arranged in the receptacle of the second subunit or in another depression. The attack surfaces are then, for example, on inner walls, preferably so that they form a Innenvielkant or Innentorx.
    According to a preferred embodiment, the engagement surfaces of the first subunit are arranged on the outside in a collar region located between anchoring element and neck and / or on the inside in a recess extending centrally from the first end region parallel to the longitudinal axis in the direction of the anchoring element. In this case, the engagement surfaces of the first subunit are usually arranged so that they form an outer polyhedron in the collar region and / or an inner polyhedron or inner torx in the depression.
    The embodiment with inner surfaces in a centrally extending from the first end portion parallel to the longitudinal axis in the direction of the anchoring element extending engagement surfaces for forming a Innenvielkants or Innentorx is particularly preferred.
    The outer polyhedron in the collar region is preferably wider than the maximum cross-section of the neck, particularly preferably also wider than that of the head. In the latter case, the head-side end of the first subunit can thus be received in a screwing tool and the outer polyhedron of the first subunit can be brought into engagement with a corresponding polygonal socket in the screwing tool. By means of the screwing-in tool, such a torque can be transmitted from the rotary tool to the engagement surfaces and thus to the first subunit in order to fix the first subunit by screwing it into the material of the dental prosthesis.
    In the case of the second subunit, the engagement surfaces are preferably on the outside in an area between the fastening element and the receiving portion and / or on the outside of the receiving portion itself.
    In addition, the engagement surfaces are preferably arranged such that the area between the fastening element and the receiving portion has a polygonal cross section and the engagement surfaces thus form an outer polygon.
    Analogous to the first subunit, the outer polyhedron of the second subunit is preferably wider than the maximum cross section of the receiving section. As a result, the receiving portion-side second end of the second subunit can be received in a screwing tool and brought into engagement with a correspondingly designed inner polyhedron or inner torx in the screwing tool.
    According to a further embodiment, the engagement surfaces in the second subunit are additionally or alternatively arranged in the interior of the blind-hole-shaped recess.
    Particularly preferably, the recess on the attachment section side has a bottom with a central depression extending parallel to the longitudinal axis of the subunit in the direction of the attachment element, in which the engagement surfaces are arranged. In this embodiment, a driving tool with a corresponding
    External polyhedron or Aussentorx be introduced into the recess and be brought into engagement with the Innenvielkant.
    By transmitting a torque from a driving tool to the second subunit, it can be screwed into the receptacle of an implant anchored in the jawbone or directly into a borehole in the jawbone.
    For example, ratchets, wrenches, torque wrenches, screwdrivers or the like can be used as insertion tools. Such insertion tools are well known to those skilled in the art.
    As an alternative or in addition to the engagement surfaces, the second subunit has in an end face on its receiving portion-side second end points of attack for a screwdriver. Such points of attack are preferably formed in the form of grooves, notches or other groove-like depressions in which a screwdriver can engage. Preferably, 2, 4, 6 or 8 such attack sites, in particular uniformly distributed in the circumferential direction, arranged.
    As the material for the first and / or the second subunit, in particular metals, plastic materials, preferably reinforced plastic materials, and / or composite fibers are preferred. These materials allow easy preparation and sterilization and also ensure the biocompatibility of the subunits produced. In the case of metal, it is preferred to use those metals which are commonly used in the dental field, more preferably stainless steel, titanium, titanium alloys, cobalt-chromium alloys or gold. These materials are particularly well suited because on the one hand they have sufficient stability for use in the dental field, but on the other hand can be brought easily into the desired shape. In addition, parts made of these materials can be well cleaned and sterilized and are biocompatible, which is indispensable for use in implantology to prevent infection and other unwanted side effects.
    It is also conceivable that the first and / or the second subunit consists of more than one material. For example, the subunits may have a core of a first material and may be wholly or partly coated with another material.
    According to a preferred embodiment, the device according to the invention consists of a first subunit and a second subunit.
    According to a further aspect, the invention relates to a set of a dental prosthesis with at least two arranged on the dental prosthesis first subunits of the inventive device.
    The dental prosthesis is suitable both for attachment to the jawbone of the upper and the lower jaw and preferably comprises a plurality of artificial teeth which are attached to a prosthesis base. Usually, the denture base is made of plastic and adapted in shape and color to the natural soft tissue.
    Preferably, the respective first subunits are arranged at a distance from the dental prosthesis such that a stable attachment can be ensured for the entire length of the prosthesis.
    Particularly preferably, the kit comprises a dental prosthesis with two first subunits of the device according to the invention arranged on the dental prosthesis or intended therefor.
    The preparation of the dental prosthesis can be carried out, for example, based on a computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD / CAM) manufactured dental model. As a result, the dental prosthesis can be adapted very precisely to the anatomical structures of the respective patient.
    The two subunits of the device according to the invention can be sold both individually and as a set with corresponding dental implants for indirect attachment to a jawbone and / or a dental prosthesis and / or a suitable screwing-in tool. In addition, within these sets, of course, the number of individual components can be varied as desired.
    Preferred embodiments of the device according to the invention will be described in more detail with reference to the following drawings.
    They show purely schematically: [0109]
    1A is a perspective view of a first preferred embodiment of a first subunit having a collar portion with a polygonal cross section;
    1B is a perspective view of a second preferred embodiment of a first subunit having a recess with a polygonal cross-section in the head;
    Fig. 2A is a perspective view of a first preferred embodiment of a second subunit intended for attachment to a soft tissue implant;
    Fig. 2B is a perspective view of a second preferred embodiment of a second subunit intended for attachment to a bone-level implant;
    Fig. 2C is a plan view of a third preferred embodiment of the second subunit;
    3A is a sectional view of an embodiment of the second subunit screwed into the receptacle of a soft tissue implant anchored in the jawbone;
    FIG. 3B is a sectional view of an embodiment of the second subunit screwed into the receptacle of a bone-level implant anchored in the jawbone; FIG.
    4A is a perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the inventive device, comprising the first subunit of FIG. 1A and the second subunit of FIG. 2A, which is attached to a soft tissue implant, wherein the two subunits are not locked together;
    FIG. 4B is a perspective view of the device of FIG. 4A during an oblique insertion of the head of the first subunit into the receptacle of the second subunit; FIG.
    4C is a perspective view of the device of Figure 4A in the locked state.
    5A is a sectional view of a first preferred embodiment of a receiving portion of the second subunit with an elastic ring disposed in the recess;
    5B is a sectional view of a second preferred embodiment of the receiving portion of the second subunit with a frontally arranged elastic ring;
    5C is a sectional view of a third preferred embodiment of the receiving portion of the second subunit with an annular spring arranged in the recess;
    5D is a sectional view of a fourth preferred embodiment of the receiving portion of the second subunit with an elastic element arranged in the recess;
    5E is a sectional view of a fifth preferred embodiment of the receiving portion of the second subunit, wherein the receiving portion itself is formed as an elastically deformable retention element;
    Fig. 6A is a perspective view of two second subunits embedded in soft tissue;
    Fig. 6B is an enlarged view of a second subunit of Fig. 6A; and
    7 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of a set according to the invention. Shown are a dental prosthesis and two attached to the dental prosthesis first subunits and a jawbone with two anchored soft tissue implants and two attached second subunits.
    FIG. 1A shows a first embodiment of a first subunit of a device according to the invention. The first subunit 1 has along its central longitudinal axis L1 in a first end region 2 an anchoring region 3 with an anchoring element 4. The anchoring element 4 shown here comprises a preferably self-tapping external thread 10 and serves for anchoring in the material of a dental prosthesis (not shown). A second, the first end portion 2 opposite end portion 5 comprises a coupling portion 6 with a spherical head here 9, a prosthesis side of the head 9 subsequent, tapered neck 8 and between anchoring element 4 and neck 8 collar portion 11. The collar portion 11 faces in the circumferential direction four uniformly spaced attack surfaces 13, which form an outer polygon. The engagement surfaces 13 serve, in particular, for interacting with a screwing-in tool (not shown here), for example a wrench, in order to allow the anchoring element 4 to be screwed into the dental prosthesis. The head 9 projects radially beyond the cross section of the neck 8 with its maximum cross section, but is smaller in its maximum cross section than that of the collar region 11 Screwing a torque from the screwing tool on the first subunit 1 are transmitted.
    As shown in FIG. 1B, instead of or in addition to a collar portion 11 having an external polygon, the first subassembly 1 may also have a recess 12 with a polygonal cross section extending centrally from the first end portion 2 along the longitudinal axis L1 in the direction of the anchoring element 4 extends. A driving tool can thus engage with a suitably designed outer polygon into the recess 12 and allow the transmission of torque from the driving tool to the first sub-unit 1.
    The first subunit 1 is made of known, preferably biocompatible materials from the dental industry, for example made of metal, plastic materials, preferably a reinforced plastic material, or of composite fibers, preferably stainless steel, titanium, titanium alloys, cobalt-chromium alloys or gold ,
    FIG. 2A shows a first preferred embodiment of a second subunit 15 'of the device according to the invention, which is intended for attachment to a soft tissue implant. This second subunit 15 'is designed in the form of a die and has at a first end 16 a fastening section 18 with a fastening element 19 and at an opposite second end 20 a substantially circular cylindrical receiving section 22, which tapers conically in the direction of the fastening element 19. The fastening element 19 comprises an external thread 21 which can engage in a complementary internal thread in the receptacle of a soft tissue implant (not shown). The receiving section 22 comprises a blind-hole-shaped recess 23 open towards the second end 20 for receiving the head 9 of the first sub-unit 1. The receiving section 22 also has a receiving-section-side end face 25 arranged at the second end 20. Starting from the end face 25, the blind-hole-shaped recess 23 extends coaxially to the central longitudinal axis L2 of the second subunit 15 'in the direction of the attachment section 18. The recess 23 further comprises an elastically deformable retention element in the form of an annular spring 34c delimiting the opening cross section of the recess 23. This limited by the retention element opening cross section is smaller, at least in the locked and unlocked state of the device than the maximum Guerschnitt of the head 9. By deforming the retention element of the opening cross section is elastically expandable, so that the head 9 can be releasably locked in the recess 23. In the bottom of the blind hole-shaped recess 23, a recess is arranged centrally, which extends in the axial direction of the recess opening 26 away and has a polygonal or torx-like Guerschnitt (not visible). In this recess can engage a driving tool (not shown) with a corresponding outer polygon or Aussentorx. By means of the insertion tool, a sufficiently large torque can be transmitted to the second subunit 15 'in order to screw it into a soft tissue implant. Further, four engagement points 30 are arranged in the form of indentations in the arranged on the second end 20 receiving portion side end face 25 around the recess opening, which extend radially from the center of the recess opening to the outside and serve the interaction with a screwing. The length of the receiving portion 22, measured along the longitudinal axis, is about 2.7 mm.
    2B shows a second preferred embodiment of a second subunit 15 "of the device according to the invention, which is intended for attachment to a bone-level implant 53. The receiving section 22 has, on the outside, eight engagement surfaces 14, which cooperate with one another As an alternative or in addition to the outer-side engagement surfaces 14, a depression can also be centrally arranged in the bottom of the blind-hole-shaped recess 23 which extends in the axial direction from the recess opening 26 in the direction of the fastening section 18 and has a polygonal or torx-like cross section (not A recessing tool (not shown) with a corresponding outer polygon or outer torx can engage in this recess 37, so that a torque transmission from the screwing tool to the second subunit 15 ", and thus a screwing of the second subunit 15" into the receptacle of an implant ats is possible (not shown).
    Of the first embodiment shown in FIG. 2A, the one shown in FIG. 2B differs in particular in that the receiving portion 22 is not cone-shaped, but is designed substantially circularly cylindrical. In contrast to the first embodiment according to FIG. 2A, the receiving portion 22 is not sunk in the receptacle of an implant (not shown), but is substantially completely embedded in the soft tissue (not shown) when inserted. The length of the receiving portion 22 is therefore selected according to the height of the soft tissue and is approximately 2.7 mm measured along the longitudinal axis. The part 31 of the second subunit 15, the so-called soft tissue contact surface, surrounded by soft tissue in the inserted state, is at the surface by a roughening (eg by sandblasting), other forms of surface treatments (eg by etching) and / or by a coating (eg plasma). Spray method) specifically functionalized. Thus, a functionalized surface 31 is obtained which is roughened and / or hydrophilic. This achieves an improved interaction of the soft tissue with the functionalized surface 31 and improves the healing of the soft tissue-embedded regions of the second subunit 15 "Alternatively, of course, a smaller or larger part of the surface of the second subunit 15" with a functionalized or roughened surface 31 equipped. In the embodiment shown, the retention element comprises an elastic ring 34a. In contrast to the embodiment shown in FIG. 2A, no engagement points 30 are shown in FIG. 2B in the receiving-section-side end face 25 arranged at the second end 20, but these could alternatively be provided as an alternative.
    FIG. 2C shows a plan view of a third preferred embodiment of the second subunit 15. As clearly shown in the plan view shown, in the receiving section-side end face 25 arranged at the second end 20, eight engagement points 30 in the form of indentations surround the recess opening arranged, which extend radially from the center of the recess 23 to the outside and serve to cooperate with a screwing tool. Other than shown in the figure, the indentations may also extend to the outer edge of the end face 25. In the plan view shown, a bottom 24 of the recess 23 is also recognizable, which limits the recess 23 fastening portion side.
    3A shows a sectional view of an embodiment of a second subunit 15 ', which is screwed into the receptacle 33 of a soft tissue implant 32 anchored in the jawbone 51. The second subunit 15 'is substantially sunk completely in the receptacle 33 of the implant 32, so that the receiving portion 22 at the second end 20 does not or only slightly protrudes from the implant 32. In the sectional view shown, a receiving portion-side recess opening 26 is also visible, which is arranged at the second end 20. In the bottom of the blind hole-shaped recess 23, a recess 37 is centrally arranged, which extends in the axial direction of the recess opening 26 away and has a polygonal or torx-like cross-section (not visible). In this recess 37 can engage a driving tool (not shown) with a corresponding outer polygon or Aussentorx. In the receptacle 33 of the implant 32, an internal thread 35 is formed to form a screw connection with the fastening element 19 of the second subunit 15 '.
    Fig. 3B shows an embodiment of the second subunit 15 "which is screwed into the receptacle 33 of a bone-level implant 53 anchored in the jawbone 51. Such bone-level implants are almost completely buried in the jawbone 51 of the patient. The implant 53 is essentially conical, but could also be circular cylindrical, and is typically made of metal, eg titanium or a titanium alloy, or ceramic, eg zirconium oxide an internal thread 35. The receptacle 33 is conical in the embodiment shown in the region of the receiving portion 22 and circular cylindrical in the region of the internal thread 35 and extends parallel to a central longitudinal axis of the implant 53. In the receptacle 33, the second subunit 15 "on her Fastening element 19, which has a corresponding external thread, screwed become T. The attachment section 18 is completely accommodated in the receptacle 33 of the implant 53, while the region 31 including the receiving section 22 which adjoins the attachment section 18 in the direction of the receiving section 22 is surrounded by soft tissue 50 located above the jawbone 51. Measured in the longitudinal direction, the length of the receiving portion 22 and thus the embedding depth in the soft tissue 50 is about 2 mm to 4 mm, preferably about 3 mm.
    According to the embodiment shown in Fig. 3A also in the embodiment according to FIG. 3B in the bottom of the blind hole-shaped recess 23 centrally a recess 37 is arranged, which extends in the axial direction away from the recess opening 26 and a polygonal or torx-like Cross section (not visible). A screwing tool (not shown) with a corresponding outer polygon or outer torx can engage in this recess 37 in order to transmit a torque to the second subunit 15 " FIGS. 3A and 3B are not shown for the sake of clarity.
    With regard to the materials, the second subunit is preferably made of a material known in the dental field, for example of metal, a reinforced plastic material or of composite fibers, preferably of stainless steel, titanium, a titanium alloy, a cobalt-chromium alloy or gold.
    4A, 4B and 4C show a perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the device according to the invention, comprising the first subunit 1 from FIG. 1A and the second subunit 15 'from FIG. 2A, wherein the second subunit 15' is attached in a soft tissue implant 32. At the essentially circular cylindrical receiving portion 22, a tapered conical part closes in the direction of the fastening element 19. The shape of the second subunit 15 'is designed to be complementary to the receptacle 33 of the implant 32, so that a seamless insertion is possible.
    The two subunits 1, 15 'are not yet connected to one another in FIGS. 4A and 4B, the device is thus shown in the unlocked state. Fig. 4C, however, shows the two subunits 1,15'in the locked state. In Fig. 4A, the first subunit 1 and the second subunit 15 'are arranged such that their respective longitudinal axes L1, L2 are aligned with each other.
    From Fig. 4B it is clear that in the inventive device, the head 9 of the first subunit 1 also obliquely - so that the central longitudinal axis L1 of the first subunit 1 and the longitudinal axis L2 of the second subunit 15 'at a certain angle α to each other stand - can be inserted into the recess 23 of the second subunit 15 '. The rounded contour of the head 9 prevents it during insertion and / or removal of the head 9 in / out of the recess 23 to a tilting and thus increased material wear of the two subunits 1, 15 'comes.
    Fig. 4C shows the device of Fig. 4A in the latched state. The head 9 of the first subunit 1 is completely received in the recess 23 of the second subunit 15 '.
    FIGS. 5A to 5D show preferred embodiments of the receiving section 22 of the second subunit 15 with an elastically deformable retention element arranged in the recess 23.
    In the embodiment shown in Fig. 5A, the retention element comprises an elastic ring 34a. The elastic ring 34 a rests on a shoulder-shaped bearing surface 38, which is formed in the receiving portion-side end portion of the recess 23. On the outside, the receiving section 22 also has an external thread 40 in the receiving section-side end region. The elastic ring 34a is made of a rubber or plastic-like material and ensures on the one hand sufficient retention of the head 9 of the first subunit 1 in the recess 23 of the second subunit 15 and on the other hand a good seal of the recess inside to prevent the ingress of
    To prevent food residues and the like. Preferably, a biocompatible, mouth-resistant nitrile rubber is used.
    A union nut 43 'surrounds the receiving portion 22 with its wall, whereby an axial overlap region between the second subunit 15 and the union nut 43' is formed in the receiving portion-side end region. By the nut 43 'of the elastic ring 34a is pressed against the shoulder-shaped support surface 38 and prevents axial displacement of the ring 34a.
    The shoulder-shaped bearing surface 38 forms, together with the union nut 43 'in the receiving portion end portion a circumferential recess 45 in which the elastic ring 34a is held securely.
    In the unlocked state of the device, the elastic ring 34a protrudes with its inside over the inner diameter (inner wall 43'a) of the union nut 43 'and on the inner wall 27 of the blind hole-shaped recess 23 and forms a retention bead 47. When inserting the head. 9 the first subunit 1 in the recess 23, the elastic ring 34a is expanded against its spring action. After insertion of the first end region facing half of the head 9 into the recess 23, the ring 34a engages behind the head 9, contracts according to the head cross-section and is after insertion substantially form-fitting manner on the surface of the neck 9 facing the head half.
    The circumferential recess 45 is configured sufficiently deep that the elastic ring 34 a in the unlocked state of the device does not touch the bottom 46 of the recess 45. This allows the ring 34a can escape into the recess 45 during insertion of the head 9, which allows a gentle locking or unlatching of the dental prosthesis.
    The union nut 43 'also has a polygonal cross-section to allow its rotation by means of a driving tool with corresponding inner polygon. By turning the union nut 43 ', the elastic ring 34a is compressed more or less strongly, whereby the inner diameter of the retention bead 47 changes and thus the retention force between the first and the second subunit 1,15 is affected. This allows the retention force to be adapted to the needs of the patient.
    The elastic ring 34a may also be interrupted in the circumferential direction, thereby facilitating the insertion of the ring 34a.
    In the bottom 24 of the blind hole-shaped recess 23, a recess 37 is centrally located, which extends in the axial direction of the recess opening 26 away and has a polygonal or torx-like cross section (not visible). In this recess 37, a screwing tool (not shown) engage with a corresponding Außenpoly-gon or Aussentorx, so that a torque transmission from the screwing on the second subunit 15 and thus screwing the second subunit 15 in the receptacle 33 of an implant is possible.
    Fig. 5B shows a sectional view of a second preferred embodiment of the receiving portion 22 of the second subunit 15. The elastically deformable retention member is formed in the form of an elastic ring 34b as in the embodiment shown in Fig. 5A. In the illustrated embodiment, however, the ring 34b rests on the receiving end face 25 of the second subunit 15 located at the second end 20 and is fixed by the union nut 43. Again, by turning the union nut 43 ", the elastic ring 34b becomes more or less strongly compressed and thus changed the inner diameter of the retention bead 47. The stronger the ring 34b is compressed, the more it expands transversely to the central longitudinal axis L2 of the second subunit 15. This leads to a reduction of the effective cross section of the recess opening 26 and thus to an increased retention force of the fastening device.
    Fig. 5C shows a sectional view of a third preferred embodiment of the receiving portion 22 of the second subassembly 15. In this embodiment, the second subassembly 15 has an annular spring 34c instead of an elastic ring and cap nut 43. Analogous to the elastic ring 34a, 34b shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B, the annular spring 34c limits the opening cross section of the recess opening 26 and forms a retention bead 47 for the head 9 of the first subunit 1. The annular spring 34c comprises at least one ring 34a interrupted in the direction of rotation can deform plastically during insertion of the head 9 through the recess opening 26 of the second subunit 15. The annular spring 34c is preferably made of metal and is held in an annular groove 48 in the region of the recess opening 26 in the recess wall 27, so that they expand during insertion of the head 9 and can dodge into the annular groove 48.
    Alternatively, it is conceivable that the annular spring 34c has an external thread and is fastened via engagement in a screw thread formed in the wall 27 of the recess 23 in the region of the recess opening (not shown).
    As a further alternative attachment is also conceivable that the annular spring 34c in the recess at least in places on the wall 27 of the recess 23 is welded integrally or that the second subunit 15 is already made in one piece with the annular spring 34c in the region of the recess opening 26.
    Fig. 5D shows a sectional view of a fourth preferred embodiment of the receiving portion 22 of the second subunit 15. In this embodiment, the elastically deformable retention member comprises an elastic
    权利要求:
    Claims (14)
    [1]
    Element 34d, in which the head 9 of the first subunit 1 is embedded in the latched state (not shown). The elastic element 34d has, for fixing in the recess 23, an external thread 41, which engages in a corresponding internal thread 42 in the recess wall 27. The elastic element 34d is made of a biocompatible, durable rubber or plastic material, which ensures a secure retentive hold of the prosthesis for years. In the illustrated embodiment, the inner walls 27 of the recess 23 are almost completely lined with the elastic member 34d, whereby a particularly gentle locking and unlatching of the dental prosthesis is made possible. The embodiments shown in FIGS. 5C and 5D have no recess in the bottom 24 of the recess 23. However, such may well be formed according to the embodiments in FIGS. 5A and 5B. FIG. 5E shows a fifth preferred embodiment of the receiving portion 22 of the second subassembly 15, in which the receiving portion 22 itself is formed as an elastically deformable retention element. The receiving portion comprises in the case shown four cuts 49 in the longitudinal direction, whereby the receiving portion 22 is divided into four spring fingers 39. When inserting the head 9 of the first subunit 1 (not shown) in the recess 23 so far, the entire receiving portion 22 expands. FIGS. 6A and 6B show two and a second subunit (s) 15 embedded in the soft tissue 50, respectively. The receiving portion 22 of the respective second subunit 15 is substantially completely surrounded by the soft tissue 50 and does not protrude substantially out of the soft tissue 50. The receiving section-side end face 25, which is arranged at the second end 20, is essentially flat with respect to the surface of the soft tissue 50. In the plan view in FIG. 6B, eight engagement points 30, which are arranged radially around the recess opening in the end face 25, and the retention element 34a visible. FIG. 7 shows a preferred embodiment of a set according to the invention. Shown are a dental prosthesis 54 and two attached to the dental prosthesis 54 first subunits 1 and two anchored to a jaw bone 51 soft tissue implants 32 and two attached in a respective implant 32 second subunits 15 '. As can be clearly seen from the illustration shown, after insertion of the set, the dental implant 32 is anchored in the jawbone 51 and the second subunit 15 'is secured in the receptacle 33 of the implant 32. From the outside, in this view, the two first subunits 1, or the protruding from the material of the dental prosthesis 54 head 9, not visible and therefore shown in phantom. The same applies to the implants 53 anchored in the jawbone and the second subunits 15 'countersunk in the implants. From the outside, in this view, therefore, only the recess openings 26 of the second subunits 15 'can be seen, which are substantially completely embedded in the soft tissue 50 and thus do not or only slightly protrude from the soft tissue 50. claims
    A device for attaching a removable dental prosthesis (54) to a jawbone (51), the device comprising a first subunit (1) and a second subunit (15) detachably connectable to the first subunit (1), the first subunit (1 ) along its longitudinal axis (L1) in a first end region (2) an anchoring element (4) and in a first end region (2) opposite the second end region (5) has a coupling region (6) with a neck (8) and an adjoining head (9), wherein the neck (8) is arranged between the first end region (2) and the head (9) and is smaller in cross section than the maximum cross section of the head (9), and the second subassembly (15) in shape a die is formed along its longitudinal axis (L2) at a first end (16) has a fastening portion (18) with a fastening element (19) and at an opposite second end (20) has a receiving portion (22) with a second end towards open, blind hole-shaped recess (23) for receiving the head (9) of the first subunit (1), wherein the recess (23) at a second end (20) arranged receiving portion side end face (25) has a recess opening (26) through which the head (9) can be inserted into the blind-hole-shaped recess (23), wherein the recess opening (26) comprises an elastically deformable retention element (34a, 34b, 34c, 34d) delimiting the opening cross-section of the recess opening (26), wherein the opening cross section bounded by the retention element (34a, 34b, 34c, 34d), at least in the locked and unlocked state of the two subunits (1, 15), is smaller than the maximum cross section of the head (9) and by deformation of the retention element ( 34a, 34b, 34c, 34d) is elastically expandable, so that the head (9) in the recess (23) can be releasably latched, characterized in that the anchoring element (4) Vera The first subunit (1) is provided in the dental prosthesis (54) and the second subunit (15) is provided for direct or indirect attachment to the jawbone (51).
    [2]
    2. Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that in the latched state, the two subunits (1, 15) are movable relative to each other, without causing the locking connection is released.
    [3]
    3. Device according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the second subunit (15) for indirect attachment to the jawbone (51) by attachment to a jawbone (51) anchored dental Implantât (32, 53) is determined, in particular by reversible fastening of the fastening element (19) in a receptacle (33) of the dental implant (32, 53).
    [4]
    4. Device according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the second subunit (15) is intended to be anchored directly in a borehole in the jawbone (51) and the fastening element (19) has a preferably self-tapping external thread (10). for screwing into a borehole in the jawbone.
    [5]
    5. The device according to claim 3, characterized in that the second subunit (15 ") is intended to be attached to a jaw bone (51) anchored bone-level dental implant (53).
    [6]
    6. The device according to claim 3, characterized in that the second subunit (15 ') is intended to be attached to a jaw bone (51) anchored soft tissue dental implant (32), wherein the second subunit (15) preferably at least substantially completely in the receptacle (33) of the dental implant (32) can be sunk.
    [7]
    7. Device according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the receiving portion (22) of the second subunit (15) has a soft tissue contact surface (31) which is roughened and / or hydrophilic.
    [8]
    8. Device according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the elastically deformable retention element comprises an elastic ring (34a, 34b), an annular spring (34c) or the recess (23) on the inside substantially auskleidendes elastic element (34d) , or the receiving portion (22) itself is formed as an elastically deformable retention element.
    [9]
    9. Device according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the anchoring element (4) of the first subunit (1) for reversible attachment to the dental prosthesis (54) is provided and / or the fastening element (19) of the second subunit (15 ) is provided for reversible attachment to the dental implant (32,53).
    [10]
    10. Device according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the anchoring element (4) with an external thread, in particular a self-tapping external thread (10) is equipped.
    [11]
    11. The device according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that the first and / or the second subunit (1, 15) has engagement surfaces (13, 14), which transmits a torque from a driving tool to the respective subunit (1 , 15).
    [12]
    12. The device according to claim 11, characterized in that the engagement surfaces (13) of the first subunit (1) on the outside in a lying between the anchoring element (4) and the neck (8) collar portion (11) and / or inside in a centrally from the second end region (5) parallel to the longitudinal axis (L1) in the direction of the anchoring element (4) extending recess (12) are arranged.
    [13]
    13. The apparatus of claim 11 or 12, characterized in that the engagement surfaces (14) of the second subunit (15) in an area between the fastening element (19) and the receiving portion (22) and / or on the outside of the receiving portion (22) in the Recess (23) are arranged.
    [14]
    14. Set comprising a dental prosthesis (54) and at least two devices according to one of claims 1 to 13, whose first subunits (1) are each arranged on the dental prosthesis (54).
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