Patent ID: 8956159
Filing Date: 2015-02-17
Classification: A61C

Abstract:
1. A tool bit for removing orthodontic brackets, the tool bit comprising: a handpiece-engaging portion defining a first longitudinal axis; a curved portion connected to the handpiece-engaging portion; and a working end portion connected to the curved portion, wherein the working end portion defines a second longitudinal axis that is offset from the first longitudinal axis, the working end portion having: a front beveled cutting surface substantially perpendicular to the second longitudinal axis for cutting an adhesive that bonds the orthodontic brackets to respective teeth; a side beveled cutting surface substantially parallel to the second longitudinal axis for cutting the adhesive; and a blunt side surface substantially parallel to the second longitudinal axis for polishing away any residual adhesive that remains after the orthodontic brackets have been removed, wherein the blunt side surface is parallel to and spaced-apart from the side beveled cutting surface and wherein the front beveled cutting surface is perpendicular to the side beveled cutting surface.