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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 31, 2013
Filed:
Sep. 30, 2009
Patricia A. Eull, Mahtomedi, MN (US);
Matthew T. Scholz, Woodbury, MN (US);
Kenneth A. Peterson, White Bear Lake, MN (US);
Patricia A. Eull, Mahtomedi, MN (US);
Matthew T. Scholz, Woodbury, MN (US);
Kenneth A. Peterson, White Bear Lake, MN (US);
3M Innovative Properties Company, Saint Paul, MN (US);
Abstract
The present invention discloses a nasal dilator comprising at least one breathable layer of adhesive-coated high MVTR layer, such as a polyurethane film, one or more adhesive-coated high modulus 'spring' elements for dilating the nasal passages by applying a tension force to the skin, and a carrier delivery system. The carrier delivery system comprises a separation line or split through the carrier to allow for easy delivery of the nasal dilator. The carrier aids in the handling and delivery of the thin adhesive-coated high MVTR layer.