.~.~> And discrete oral fastening or positioning means {1}
DEFINITION
Classification: 433/136
Having absorption means or means to isolate tooth or mouth from adjacent area (e.g., bib, dam, etc.):
(under subclass 25) Apparatus including either (a) a piece of material adapted to be placed inside the mouth to absorb fluids, or (b) means for covering a tooth, mouth or other area of a patient to protect the same against injury or debris, or (c) means to engage and retain (a) or (b) in or adjacent the work area.