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Silicone Hydrogel Lenses With Water-Rich Surfaces - EP2705808

The patent EP2705808 was granted to Alcon on May 1, 2024. The application was originally filed on Jul 29, 2011 under application number EP13160647A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".

EP2705808

ALCON
Application Number
EP13160647A
Filing Date
Jul 29, 2011
Status
Granted And Under Opposition
Mar 29, 2024
Grant Date
May 1, 2024
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JOHNSON & JOHNSON VISION CAREJan 28, 2025CARPMAELS & RANSFORDADMISSIBLE

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