Dentistry – Apparatus – Hand manipulatable implement
Reexamination Certificate
2008-09-17
2010-11-02
Lewis, Ralph A (Department: 3732)
Dentistry
Apparatus
Hand manipulatable implement
Reexamination Certificate
active
07824182
ABSTRACT:
A dental filing tool includes a handle and a filing strip, wherein the handle includes first and second handle parts, each having a bridge and corresponding first and second arms extending therefrom, the handle parts connectable by a plurality of snap fittings and forming finger pads at either end when snapped together. Male snap fittings may include one or more cross-slots extending at least part of the length of the male snap fitting. A filing strip includes abrasive material on one or both faces, or a sharp-edged perforation pattern, and one or more serrated edges. The interior surfaces of the handle may be beveled to improve comfort and better fit between teeth. The bridge portion of the handle parts can include a raised portion and indicia formed into or printed on the raised portion.
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Beatty Mark E.
Lewis Ralph A
Rylander & Associates PC
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