Laser digitizer system for producing prosthetic devices

Abstract From the Canadian patent

A system and method for producing a device such, as a prosthetic or orthodontic structure having an inner, surface for engagement with a portion of the human body. While there have been developed some processes including those which scan a body portion with a laser digitizer these processes have encountered difficulties in identifying aeras, such as bony prominences which require modification in the shape of the interior of the socket. Difficulties have also been encountered in programming software which is sufficiently flexible to make proper modifications. The present system, produces a more accurately fitting socket and involves a less time consumming process with less discomfort …