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Re: Help identify these toolS!

Author: bob49t
Date: 2006-08-02 21:32

I can't get the link to work, so can't see the tools, however as a dentist, I know the name Tofflemire. Tofflemire patented a specific design of matrix band holder. the band (metal strip) goes around a tooth to contain in a controlled way, the material used to restore a premolar or molar tooth. The holder then retains and applies pressure to the band to hold it in place and to shape the proximal surfaces of the filling. The whole thing is about 1.5 to 2.00 inches long (37-50 mm). It has a knurned turn screw to tighten the band and a smaller knurled screw with a spike/friction grip to retain the band.

Does this describe the object? and does this look like it ?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/3-TOFFLEMIRE-Type-Matrix-Retainers-Dental-Instruments_W0QQitemZ180013052329QQihZ008QQcategoryZ31471QQssPageNameZWD4VQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I assume that Tofflemire did not just patent one device, but I'm no historian.

Any suggetions as to how I can open the link...I've tried the copy/paste routine.

BobT

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