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An applicator assembly includes an applicator having a tip and a cap initially extending over the tip and detachably connected to the applicator. The applicator includes a flexible portion that can be bent in an arc as the cap is detached from the applicator in order to enhance access to the applica

An applicator assembly includes an applicator having a tip and a cap initially extending over the tip and detachably connected to the applicator. The applicator includes a flexible portion that can be bent in an arc as the cap is detached from the applicator in order to enhance access to the application site when needed. In preferred embodiments, the tip is supplied with a quantity of composition such as a dental composition, and as a result is especially advantageous for single patient use.

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1. An applicator assembly comprising:an applicator including a handle and an elongated shaft connected to the handle, the shaft including a tip remote from the handle and a flexible portion located between the tip and the handle; a cap extending over the tip and at least part of the flexible portion

1. An applicator assembly comprising:an applicator including a handle and an elongated shaft connected to the handle, the shaft including a tip remote from the handle and a flexible portion located between the tip and the handle; a cap extending over the tip and at least part of the flexible portion, the cap being detachably connected to the applicator, and wherein the flexible portion of the applicator can be bent as the cap is detached from the applicator; and a quantity of composition received on the tip, wherein the composition is a dental composition selected from the group of dental adhesives, dental sealants, dental primers and dental etchants.