Dentistry – Apparatus – Having heater or electrode
Patent
1999-07-22
2000-08-22
Manahan, Todd E.
Dentistry
Apparatus
Having heater or electrode
219223, A61C 300
Patent
active
061062839
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for obturating a root canal including a first member having a frame and a heatable probe mounted to the frame to project outward from the frame and adapted for insertion into proximity of the root canal, and a second member for covering the heating probe. The second member is attachable to the first member in a position in which the second member covers the heating probe and is also movable from the position to expose the heating probe. A heating element may be arranged in connection with the frame for heating the heating probe and also, a battery may be arranged in the first member for providing power to the heating element. Preferably, a manual switch is provided to control the heating element and enable regulation of the temperature of the heating probe.
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