Ivoclar Vivadent has been granted a patent for glass ceramics and glasses containing europium, suitable for dental restorations. The composition includes SiO2, Al2O3, and europium, mimicking the fluorescence properties of natural teeth. GlobalData’s report on Ivoclar Vivadent gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Ivoclar Vivadent, was a key innovation area identified from patents. Ivoclar Vivadent's grant share as of February 2024 was 58%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11905207B2) discloses a glass composition containing europium, with specific components and weight percentages outlined in the claims. The glass composition includes SiO2, Al2O3, europium, and MeIIO (MgO, CaO, SrO, or ZnO) within defined ranges. Additionally, the glass may contain BaO, tin, cerium, and B2O3 in varying amounts as specified in the claims.
Furthermore, the patent covers the use of the glass composition for creating glass or glass ceramic products that exhibit fluorescence when excited within a specific wavelength range. The glass composition, which can be in the form of powder, granulate, blank, or dental restoration, is designed to facilitate the crystallization of an aluminosilicate. This innovative glass formulation opens up possibilities for the development of fluorescent glass products with tailored properties for various applications.
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