Dentistry – Orthodontics – Tool
Reexamination Certificate
2009-10-29
2011-11-08
Sweet, Thomas J (Department: 3779)
Dentistry
Orthodontics
Tool
C433S155000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08052420
ABSTRACT:
A handheld apparatus for adjusting orthodontic wire includes first and second handle portions and a jaw portion. The first handle portion pivotably couples to the second handle portion such that the first and second handle portions are capable of pivoting with respect to each other at a pivot axis. The jaw portion extends from the first and second handle portions. The jaw portion includes: a first prong extending from the first handle portion; and second and third prongs extending from the second handle portion. The second and third prongs each include: a respective inner surface that partially defines a slot between the second and third prongs; and first and second outer surfaces joined together by a transition region.
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PCT, Notification of Transmittal of the International Search Report and the Written Opinion of the International Searching Authority, or the Declaration, International Application No. PCT/US2010/053894, 10 Pages, Mailed Feb. 15, 2011.
Baker & Botts L.L.P.
Sponheimer Christopher
Sweet Thomas J
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