摘要 |
A method of making and using a dental tool that is recommended to be reused a certain number of times is provided with markings on the shaft of the tool that correspond in number to the number of recommended uses of the tool. A visually perceptible marking, such as paint or ink may be applied to annular recesses or to a portion of the shaft surface that is not recessed. One of the markings is removed from the shaft of the tool prior to reusing the tool. The dental tool of the present invention has a cutting element and a shaft that is provided with a plurality of deposits or indicators applied to the shaft.
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