Dentistry – Apparatus – Having motor or means to transmit motion from motor to tool
Reexamination Certificate
2006-05-16
2006-05-16
O'Connor, Cary E. (Department: 3732)
Dentistry
Apparatus
Having motor or means to transmit motion from motor to tool
Reexamination Certificate
active
07044736
ABSTRACT:
An insert for an ultrasonic dental unit is provided. The insert includes a transducer for generating ultrasonic vibrations, and a tip for applying the ultrasonic vibrations at a location inside the mouth of a patient. A connecting body is disposed between and attached to the transducer and the tip. The connecting body transmits the ultrasonic vibrations from the transducer to the tip. A retaining ring is snapped onto the connecting body. A hand grip is fitted at least partially over the connecting body and the retaining ring.
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Atkin Benjamin
Levy Haim
Christie Parker & Hale LLP
Discus Dental Impressions, Inc.
O'Connor Cary E.
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