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A system is provided for the storage, preparation and administration of calcium phosphate cements. The subject invention provides a storage means for storing a two component calcium phosphate cement having a liquid component and a dry component. Also provided is a preparation means for combining the

A system is provided for the storage, preparation and administration of calcium phosphate cements. The subject invention provides a storage means for storing a two component calcium phosphate cement having a liquid component and a dry component. Also provided is a preparation means for combining the two components of the cement while present in the storage means. The subject invention further provides a means for administering the prepared cement to a physiological site. The subject devices and methods find use in a variety of applications where the introduction of a flowable material capable of setting to a solid calcium phosphate mineral to a physiological site is desired, including dental and orthopedic applications.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A mixing device for mixing a two component cement present in a storage means comprising: (a) a first compartment comprising said liquid component; (b) a second compartment having rounded corners and comprising said dry component; (c) a first frangible barrier separating s

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A mixing device for mixing a two component cement present in a storage means comprising: (a) a first compartment comprising said liquid component; (b) a second compartment having rounded corners and comprising said dry component; (c) a first frangible barrier separating said first and second compartments; (d) a third elongate compartment capable of receiving a product produced upon combination of said dry and liquid components; and (e) a second frangible barrier separating said second and third compartments; said device comprising:a positioning means for holding said storage means in position;a means for moving said liquid component from said first compartment to said second compartment through said frangible seal;a means for thoroughly combining said liquid component with said dry component in said second compartment to produce a flowable product substantially free of uncombined dry and liquid components; anda means for moving said flowable product from said second compartment to said third compartment through said second frangible seal.