Coded dental handle
US6193515A · kind A · utility
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23Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 30, 1999 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 30, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C2201/002
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A color coded elastomeric ring is fit onto a dental instrument. The elastomeric ring includes axial and circumferential formations for increased traction of a dental practitioner's finger to manipulate the instrument. Advantageously, two elastomeric rings are provided, one at each end of the instrument. Each elastomeric ring preferably has an outside profile with a decreasing diameter toward the adjacent end of the instrument. The ring is located adjacent to a receiving port for a tool insert or point.
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