Endodontic instrument
US4321040A · kind A · utility
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18Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 9, 1980 |
| Grant date | Mar 23, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C5/42
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endodontic instrument is described which includes a handle from which extends an endo blade. The handle includes an elongated sleeve member formed of resilient material which surrounds a core member secured within the sleeve member. The core member has a longitudinal body portion radially spaced from the inner walls of the sleeve to define therebetween a flexure space for accommodating the deformation of the sleeve member upon gripping of the handle during use of the instrument. Preferably, the sleeve member is provided with gripping ribs thereon.
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