Toothbrush

A toothbrush includes a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements for enhanced cleaning of the teeth. The tooth cleaning elements include cleaning elements that define a radial array arrangement for better retention of the dentifrice. A radial array may be strategically disposed in an off-axis arrangement within other cleaning elements on the head.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement that includes a head having a face with a tuft hole therein. A plurality of bristles are disposed within the tuft hole and arranged in a bristle tuft that extends from the face of the head. The bristle tuft includes a first subset of the bristles and a second subset of the bristles. Each of the bristles has a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a major axis and a minor axis, the major axes of the bristles being longer than the minor axes of the bristles. The major axes of the bristles of the first subset may be non-parallel to the major axes of the bristles of the second subset.

Generating a chemical agent in situ

A device for generating a chemical agent in situ on an as-needed basis via the application of an electrical potential across a pair of conductors in communication with an electrolyte. The device may be a toothbrush that generates chemical agents in a user's mouth by applying an electrical potential to an electrolyte such as saliva and/or a dentifrice located therein. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine and/or hypochlorite. The toothbrush may include a voltage source and a first set of electrodes for applying an electrical potential to the electrolyte. The toothbrush may also include a second set of electrodes disposed about an anode of the first set of electrodes. The first and second sets of anodes cooperate to produce ions, peroxides, ozone and/or other chemical agents via the application of electrical potential to the electrolyte.

Generating a chemical agent in situ

A method of cleaning teeth by providing a device for generating a chemical agent in situ on an as-needed basis via the application of an electrical potential across a pair of conductors in communication with an electrolyte. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine and/or hypochlorite. The device may include a voltage source and a first set of electrodes for applying an electrical potential to the electrolyte. The device may also include a second set of electrodes disposed about an anode of the first set of electrodes. The first and second sets of anodes cooperate to produce ions, peroxides, ozone and/or other chemical agents via the application of electrical potential to the electrolyte.

INTERACTIVE TOOTHBRUSH AND REMOVABLE AUDIO OUTPUT MODULE

An oral care implement (100), comprising an oral care region (124,127) attached to a body (125), a portion (126) of the body being configured for gripping by a user; a memory configured to store a plurality of audio signals from an external signal source; at least one measurement component configured to measure a parameter of use of the oral care region (124,128); and a processor configured to change output of a first audio signal of the plurality of audio signals to a second audio signal of the plurality of audio signals based on the measured parameter from. the at least one measurement component.

TOOTHBRUSH

A toothbrush includes a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements for enhanced cleaning of the teeth. The tooth cleaning elements include cleaning elements that define a radial array arrangement for better retention of the dentifrice. A radial array may be strategically disposed in an off-axis arrangement within other cleaning elements on the head.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement is provided having a handle and a head with a soft tissue cleanser and/or tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of projections for cleaning the soft tissue, which may include cleaning between the papillae of a user's tongue. The soft tissue cleanser may have an elongate ridge projecting from the head in generally the same direction as the projections. The handle may include a base with a gripping region and a projection protruding from the base in the gripping region. The handle may also have a grip surface with a plurality of spaced slot openings exposing portions of the base. The grip body may form opposite finger grips on the handle.

Oral care toothbrush

An oral care toothbrush includes a head mounted to one end of the handle containing a plurality of oral care elements. An oral care accessory is mounted to the opposite end of the handle. An oral care material dispenser is mounted in the head within the cleaning field defined by the oral care elements. The toothbrush is preferably made of small size and of lightweight so as to be readily portable for use away from the home.

Oral care implement

A toothbrush comprising a tapered bristle having a cross-sectional profile with a major axis and a minor axis. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head; a handle; and at least one tapered bristle extending from a face of the head, the tapered bristle having a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a major axis and a minor axis, the major axis being longer than the minor axis.

Holographic marketing method and system for consumer products in a retail environment

A method of inducing a sale of a product in a retail environment includes providing the product in a storage structure from which a potential purchaser may take physical possession of the product. A true hologram is provided to project a three-dimensional holographic image into a first space proximate to the storage structure to attract potential purchaser attention. The holographic image from the true hologram is used to communicate information about the product to the potential purchaser.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement with a handle includes a head with a tissue cleanser. The tissue cleanser may be a pad composed of an elastomeric material. The pad is disposed on the head on a surface opposite the tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of nubs extending for cleaning between the papillae of the tongue. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of conically shaped nubs. A tissue cleanser can be used to reduce oral malodor problems and remove oral epithelial cells.

Powered Toothbrush With Rotating Sections

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head also includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head to provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning.

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

A toothbrush is provided for cleaning and/or massaging of teeth and gums having a mechanical vibratory element and a head having cleaning/treating elements on a plurality of different types of cleaning areas which provide for an enhanced cleaning, scrubbing and massaging effect. The cleaning/treating elements have different physical characteristics so that in addition to providing a varied cleaning/treating effect from the cleaning/treating elements themselves there is enhanced treatment as a result of the movement of the cleaning/treating elements imparted by the mechanical vibratory device.

Replacement Head for An Oral Care Implement, And Oral Care Implement And Method Of Utilizing The Same

A replacement head for an oral care implement, such as a powered toothbrush, wherein the replacement head utilizes a specially designed structure for coupling the replacement head to an oral care implement body. In one embodiment, the invention can be a replacement head comprising: a head having a plurality of tooth cleaning elements mounted thereto; a tubular sleeve comprising a cavity for receiving a stem of the body, a proximal edge defining an opening into the cavity, and a distal end to which the head is coupled, the tubular sleeve comprising a locking tab for engaging an undercut surface of a locking section of a boss. 1. An electric toothbrush comprising:an electric toothbrush main body including a bar-shaped stem which has a leading end part, vibrates by a vibration source provided inside the electric toothbrush main body, and extends along a center axis; anda replacement brush to be attached so as to cover said stem, whereinsaid stem includes a protruding part region which protrudes outward from an outer peripheral face of the stem,said replacement brush includes:a tubular part having an open trailing end;a brushing member formed outside a leading end side of said tubular part; andan open sidewall formed from a trailing end side toward the leading end side of said tubular part to define an opening region having a leading end side which is closed and a trailing end side which is opened at said open trailing end,said open sidewall has a bulging wall protruding toward said opening region, andin the attached state of said replacement brush to said stem, said protruding part region is located inside said opening region, and said bulging wall comes into contact with said protruding part region at a trailing end side of said protruding part region.2. The electric toothbrush according to claim 1 , whereinsaid replacement brush has a holding part formed inside the leading end side of said tubular part to hold said leading end part side of said stem, andin the ...

TOOTHBRUSH WITH ENHANCED CLEANING EFFECTS

A toothbrush with a mechanical vibratory element and a head having a plurality of different types of cleaning areas which provide for an enhanced cleaning effect. In one aspect, the invention is a toothbrush comprising: a handle; a head connected to said handle by a neck element; a mechanical vibratory device which causes the head to vibrate; and wherein said head comprises movable elements attached thereto for providing an enhanced cleaning effect upon vibration of said head by said mechanical vibratory element.

Oral care toothbrush

An oral care toothbrush includes a head mounted to one end of the handle containing a plurality of oral care elements. An oral care accessory is mounted to the opposite end of the handle. An oral care material dispenser is mounted in the head within the cleaning field defined by the oral care elements. The toothbrush is preferably made of small size and of lightweight so as to be readily portable for use away from the home.

Generating a chemical agent in situ

A device for generating a chemical agent in situ on an as-needed basis via the application of an electrical potential across a pair of conductors in communication with an electrolyte. The device may be a toothbrush that generates chemical agents in a user's mouth by applying an electrical potential to an electrolyte such as saliva and/or a dentifrice located therein. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine and/or hypochlorite. The toothbrush may include a voltage source and a first set of electrodes for applying an electrical potential to the electrolyte. The toothbrush may also include a second set of electrodes disposed about an anode of the first set of electrodes. The first and second sets of anodes cooperate to produce ions, peroxides, ozone and/or other chemical agents via the application of electrical potential to the electrolyte.

POWERED TOOTHBRUSH WITH ROTATING SECTIONS

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head also includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head to provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning. 115.-. (canceled)16. A powered toothbrush comprising:a handle;a head mounted at one end of said handle, said head having an exposed outer surface and a longitudinal axis;a first tuft block mounted to said head, said first tuft block having bristles extending outwardly from said outer surface;a second tuft block mounted to said head, said second tuft block having bristles extending outwardly from said outer surface;a drive structure for oscillating each of said first and said second tuft blocks in a counter rotational direction within a plane generally parallel to said outer surface; anda third tuft block having bristles extending outwardly from said outer surface, said third tuft block being mounted to said head separate from said first and second tuft blocks along said longitudinal axis at a position substantially between said handle and said first and second tuft blocks without being rotationally movable in a plane generally parallel to said exposed surface;said third tuft block is movably mounted on said head and is movable in the direction of the longitudinal axis and in a plane generally perpendicular to said outer surface; andsaid bristles of said first tuft block and said bristles of said second tuft block define a pair of concentric circles that form a cup-like structure that includes an outer circle of bristles rotatable in a first direction and an inner circle of bristles rotatable in an opposing second direction.17. The toothbrush of wherein said bristles on said third ...

Powered toothbrush with rotating sections

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head also includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head to provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning.

TOOTHBRUSH

A toothbrush includes a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements for enhanced cleaning of the teeth. The tooth cleaning elements include cleaning elements that define a radial array arrangement for better retention of the dentifrice. A radial array may be strategically disposed in an off-axis arrangement within other cleaning elements on the head. 130-. (canceled)31. A toothbrush , comprising:a head including a longitudinal axis;a radial array of tooth cleaning elements being integrally molded with the head and disposed at an angle to the longitudinal axis, wherein the radial array includes a fluid retaining portion.32. The toothbrush according to claim 31 , wherein the tooth cleaning elements include a sidewall portion which extends from the fluid retaining portion.33. The toothbrush according to claim 31 , wherein adjacent tooth cleaning elements and the fluid retaining portion define a channel.34. The toothbrush according to claim 31 , wherein the head further comprises a plurality of bristles defining an outer brushing surface.35. The toothbrush according to claim 34 , wherein the outer brushing surface is chamfered.36. The toothbrush according to claim 34 , wherein the plurality of bristles are oriented generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis.37. The toothbrush according to claim 31 , wherein the tooth cleaning elements have a hardness value of about 13 to 35 Shore A.38. The toothbrush according to claim 31 , further comprising a plurality of radial arrays.39. The toothbrush according to claim 31 , wherein the radial array is spaced from a head surface by an upstanding biasing member.40. The toothbrush according to claim 31 , wherein the head further includes a tongue cleanser on a side of the head opposite the radial array. This application is a non-provisional application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 60/715,140, filed on Sep. 9, 2005, in which the contents are incorporated by reference.The present invention pertains to a toothbrush with ...

Oral care implement

An oral care implement with a soft tissue cleanser is provided to effectively cleanse the soft tissue of the mouth with comfort and a reduced risk of injury to the user. In one construction, a projection is formed of a combination of a hard material and a soft material. The hard material provides good stability for cleaning debris from the tongue or other tissue while the soft material provides comfort and a reduced risk of injury.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement is provided having a handle and a head with a soft tissue cleanser and/or tooth cleaning elements. The tooth cleaning elements may be flexibly mounted in the head for movement from an initial position with respect to the head during use. The soft tissue cleanser may include a plurality of projections for cleaning the soft tissue. The soft tissue cleanser may include a face having hills and valleys upon which the projections are located. The handle may include a base with a gripping region and a projection protruding from the base in the gripping region. The handle may also have a grip surface with a plurality of spaced slot openings exposing portions of the base. The grip body may form opposite finger grips on the handle.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement with a handle includes a head with a tissue cleanser. The tissue cleanser may be a pad composed of an elastomeric material. The pad is disposed on the head on a surface opposite the tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of nubs extending for cleaning between the papillae of the tongue. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of conically shaped nubs. A tissue cleanser can be used to reduce oral malodor problems and remove oral epithelial cells.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement is provided having a handle and a head with a soft tissue cleanser and/or tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of projections for cleaning the soft tissue, which may include cleaning between the papillae of a user's tongue. The soft tissue cleanser may have an elongate ridge projecting from the head in generally the same direction as the projections. The handle may include a base with a gripping region and a projection protruding from the base in the gripping region. The handle may also have a grip surface with a plurality of spaced slot openings exposing portions of the base. The grip body may form opposite finger grips on the handle.

Oral care implement

A toothbrush comprising a bristle having a cross-sectional profile with a major axis and a minor axis. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head; a handle; and at least one bristle extending from a face of the head, the bristle having a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a major axis and a minor axis, the major axis being longer than the minor axis.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement is provided having a handle and a head with a soft tissue cleanser and/or tooth cleaning elements. The tooth cleaning elements may be flexibly mounted in the head for movement from an initial position with respect to the head during use. The soft tissue cleanser may include a plurality of projections for cleaning the soft tissue. The soft tissue cleanser may include a face having hills and valleys upon which the projections are located. The handle may include a base with a gripping region and a projection protruding from the base in the gripping region. The handle may also have a grip surface with a plurality of spaced slot openings exposing portions of the base. The grip body may form opposite finger grips on the handle.

Powered toothbrush with rotating sections

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head also includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head to provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning.

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

A toothbrush is provided for cleaning and/or massaging of teeth and gums having a mechanical vibratory element and a head having cleaning/treating elements on a plurality of different types of cleaning areas which provide for an enhanced cleaning, scrubbing and massaging effect. The cleaning/treating elements have different physical characteristics so that in addition to providing a varied cleaning/treating effect from the cleaning/treating elements themselves there is enhanced treatment as a result of the movement of the cleaning/treating elements imparted by the mechanical vibratory device.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement is provided having a handle and a head with a soft tissue cleanser and/or tooth cleaning elements. The tooth cleaning elements may be attached to a flexible support on the head and be outwardly movable from the head. The cleaning elements may include a column-shaped bristle at the central portion of the flexible support, and may further include a row of first cleaning elements traversing a central region of the flexible support. The soft tissue cleanser may include a plurality of projections for cleaning the soft tissue and may have an elongate ridge projecting from the head in generally the same direction as the projections. The handle may include a base with a gripping region and a projection protruding from the base in the gripping region. The handle may also have a grip surface with a plurality of spaced slot openings exposing portions of the base.

Oral Care Toothbrush

An oral care toothbrush includes a head mounted to one end of the handle containing a plurality of oral care elements. An oral care accessory is mounted to the opposite end of the handle. An oral care material dispenser is mounted in the head within the cleaning field defined by the oral care elements. The toothbrush is preferably made of small size and of lightweight so as to be readily portable for use away from the home.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement having a handle and a head having a flexible support from which cleaning elements extend. In one aspect, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; a head attached to the handle; a flexible support attached to the head and having a face; a plurality of cleaning elements attached to the flexible support and projecting outwardly from the face, the cleaning elements including bristles and wall-like elements and being movable in the outward direction from the head; wherein the cleaning elements comprise a row of first cleaning elements substantially aligned along a longitudinal axis of the head and traversing a central region of the flexible support; and wherein some of the wall-like cleaning elements laterally radiate from the central region of the flexible support.

Toothbrush

A toothbrush includes a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements for enhanced cleaning of the teeth. The tooth cleaning elements include cleaning elements that define a radial array arrangement for better retention of the dentifrice. A radial array may be strategically disposed in an off-axis arrangement within other cleaning elements on the head.

Toothbrush

A toothbrush includes a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements for enhanced cleaning of the teeth. The tooth cleaning elements include cleaning elements that define a radial array arrangement for better retention of the dentifrice. A radial array may be strategically disposed in an off-axis arrangement within other cleaning elements on the head.

Oral Care Implement

A toothbrush comprising a tapered bristle having a cross-sectional profile with a major axis and a minor axis. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head; a handle; and at least one tapered bristle extending from a face of the head, the tapered bristle having a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a major axis and a minor axis, the major axis being longer than the minor axis. 1. An oral care implement comprising:a head;a handle; andat least one tapered bristle extending from a face of the head, the tapered bristle having a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a major axis and a minor axis, the major axis being longer than the minor axis.2. The oral care implement of wherein the transverse cross-sectional profile of the tapered bristle is selected from a group consisting of a diamond claim 1 , an elongated rectangle claim 1 , and an elongated oval.3. The oral care implement of wherein a ratio of the major axis to the minor axis is greater than or equal to 1.2:1.4. The oral care implement of wherein the ratio of the major axis to the minor axis is between 1.5:1 to 3:1.5. The oral care implement of wherein a free end of the tapered bristle deflects a first distance from the axis when a transverse force is applied to the free end of the tapered bristle in a direction parallel to the minor axis claim 1 , and wherein the free end of the tapered bristle deflects a second distance from the axis when the transverse force is applied to the free end of the tapered bristle in a direction parallel to the major axis claim 1 , the second distance being less than the first distance.6. The oral care implement of wherein the tapered bristle comprises a tapered longitudinal section and a non-tapered longitudinal section.7. The oral care implement of wherein the non-tapered longitudinal section of the tapered bristle extends from the face of the head to a transition point of the tapered ...

POWERED TOOTHBRUSH WITH ROTATING SECTIONS

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head also includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head to provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning.

Oral care device

An oral care device such as an oral care implement or a toothbrush. The oral care device may include a handle and a head. The head may have a plurality of cleaning elements extending therefrom. The head may comprise a channel and a plurality of electrodes may be located within the channel. The electrodes may be coupled to a power source. The electrodes may be used to generate a chemical agent via the application of an electrical potential across the electrodes when in communication with an electrolyte. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine hypochlorite, ions, peroxides, and/or other chemical agents.

Toothbrush having a bristle pattern which provides enhanced cleaning

According to the practice of the present invention, a toothbrush with two distinct, flexible bristle groups, a more densely packed first bristle group adjacent the toe of the toothbrush and a less densely packed second bristle group further from the brush toe, each group containing at least one radius of curvature and the second grouping containing two subsets of bristle tufts, the first subset of bristle tufts angled toward the toe of the toothbrush and the other away therefrom, which combination of features provides enhanced conformity to the curvature of the teeth and enhanced cleaning thereof.

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

A toothbrush is provided with a mechanical vibratory element and a head having a plurality of different types of cleaning areas which provide for an enhanced cleaning effect.

ORAL CARE DEVICE

An oral care device such as an oral care implement or a toothbrush. The oral care device may include a handle and a head. The head may have a plurality of cleaning elements extending therefrom. The head may comprise an open space or cavity. A plurality of electrodes may be located within the open space or cavity. The electrodes may be coupled to a voltage source. The electrodes may be used to generate a chemical agent via the application of an electrical potential across the electrodes when in communication with an electrolyte. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine hypochlorite, ions, peroxides, and/or other chemical agents. 1. An oral care device comprising:a handle;a head coupled to the handle, the head defining an open space and having a front surface and an opposite rear surface;a plurality of cleaning elements extending from the front surface of the head; anda plurality of electrodes located within the open space of the head.2. The oral care device according to further comprising an opening in the front surface of the head that provides a passageway into the open space claim 1 , and wherein the open space is located between the front and rear surfaces of the head.3. The oral care device according to wherein the open space is a channel extending entirely through the head from the front surface of the head to the rear surface of the head.4. The oral care device according to wherein the open space is located between the front and rear surfaces of the head claim 1 , and wherein each of the plurality of electrodes is located entirely within the open space.5. The oral care device according to wherein no portion of any of the electrodes protrudes from the front or rear surfaces of the head.6. The oral care device according to wherein the open space is bounded by a sidewall of the head claim 1 , and wherein the plurality of electrodes are coupled to the sidewall of the head in a spaced apart manner.7. The oral care device ...

Oral care implement body and replacement head therefor

An oral care implement body to which a replacement head can be detachably coupled. In one embodiment, the oral care implement body includes a gripping portion having a shoulder, a stem extending from the shoulder along a longitudinal axis, and a boss protruding from an outer surface of the stem. The boss may have a locking rib section having an undercut surface that is axially spaced from the shoulder and a positioning rib section extending from the locking rib section to the shoulder. The undercut surface may circumferentially protrude from a first side surface of the positioning rib section. The locking rib section may extend along a first rib axis and the positioning rib section may extend along a second rib axis, the first rib axis oriented obliquely to the second rib axis.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement having a handle and a head having a flexible support from which cleaning elements extend. In one aspect, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; a head attached to the handle; a flexible support attached to the head and having a face; a plurality of cleaning elements attached to the flexible support and projecting outwardly from the face, the cleaning elements including bristles and wall-like elements and being movable in the outward direction from the head; wherein the cleaning elements comprise a row of first cleaning elements substantially aligned along a longitudinal axis of the head and traversing a central region of the flexible support; and wherein some of the wall-like cleaning elements laterally radiate from the central region of the flexible support.

Powered toothbrush with rotating sections

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head also includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head to provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning.

GENERATING A CHEMICAL AGENT IN SITU

A method of cleaning teeth by providing a device for generating a chemical agent in situ on an as-needed basis via the application of an electrical potential across a pair of conductors in communication with an electrolyte. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine and/or hypochlorite. The device may include a voltage source and a first set of electrodes for applying an electrical potential to the electrolyte. The device may also include a second set of electrodes disposed about an anode of the first set of electrodes. The first and second sets of anodes cooperate to produce ions, peroxides, ozone and/or other chemical agents via the application of electrical potential to the electrolyte.

Oral care implement having flexible handle

An oral care implement having a flexible handle. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head; and a handle extending along a longitudinal axis and connected to the head, the handle comprising: a main body integrally formed of a rigid material, the main body comprising a rigid gripping section terminating in a bulbous body, a rigid neck section terminating in a basin, and a flexible strut having a first end connected to the bulbous body and a second end connected to a floor of the basin; a resilient material encasing the flexible strut; and the flexible strut and the resilient material forming a hinge about which the rigid neck section pivots relative to the rigid gripping section upon a force being applied to the head.

GENERATING A CHEMICAL AGENT IN SITU

A method of cleaning teeth by providing a device for generating a chemical agent in situ on an as-needed basis via the application of an electrical potential across a pair of conductors in communication with an electrolyte. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine and/or hypochlorite. The device may include a voltage source and a first set of electrodes for applying an electrical potential to the electrolyte. The device may also include a second set of electrodes disposed about an anode of the first set of electrodes. The first and second sets of anodes cooperate to produce ions, peroxides, ozone and/or other chemical agents via the application of electrical potential to the electrolyte. 1. A method of generating ozone proximate an application site , the method comprising:placing an anode of a first set of electrodes proximate the application site;generating oxygen at the anode; andapplying an electrical potential across a second set of electrodes proximate the anode while in the presence of the generated oxygen to generate ozone from the oxygen.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein generating oxygen comprises applying an electrical potential across the first set of electrodes while in the presence of water.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , for the step of applying an electrical potential across the first set of electrodes claim 2 , the electrical potential is about 1.5 volts.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein claim 3 , for the step of applying an electrical potential across the second set of electrodes claim 3 , the electrical potential is about 0.7 volts. This application is a divisional of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/435,726, filed Mar. 30, 2012, which is a divisional of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/549,497, filed Oct. 13, 2006, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,156,202 issued Apr. 17, 2012, which in turn claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/726,732, filed Oct. 14, 2005, the contents of which are ...

Interactive toothbrush and removable audio output module

An apparatus may include a connection component configured to connect the apparatus to any one of a plurality of different apparatuses. A toothbrush may include at least one measurement component configured to measure a parameter of use of an oral care region, and a processor configured to change output of a first audio signal of a plurality of audio signals to a second audio signal of the plurality of audio signals based on the measured parameter. Another toothbrush may include a processor configured to receive first data from an external source component and output second data corresponding to the received first data to at least one output device in response, and the at least output device configured to output the second data from the processor.

Oral care device

An oral care device such as an oral care implement or a toothbrush. The oral care device may include a handle and a head. The head may have a plurality of cleaning elements extending therefrom. The head may comprise an open space or cavity. A plurality of electrodes may be located within the open space or cavity. The electrodes may be coupled to a voltage source. The electrodes may be used to generate a chemical agent via the application of an electrical potential across the electrodes when in communication with an electrolyte. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine hypochlorite, ions, peroxides, and/or other chemical agents.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement comprising at least one tapered bristle. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; a head having a face; a tuft hole in the face, the tuft hole having a polygonal transverse cross-sectional profile; and a bristle tuft mounted in the first tuft hole and extending from the face of the head, the first bristle tuft comprising a plurality of tapered bristles.

Replacement head for an oral care implement, and oral care implement and method of utilizing the same

A replacement head for an oral care implement, such as a powered toothbrush, wherein the replacement head utilizes a specially designed structure for coupling the replacement head to an oral care implement body. In one embodiment, the invention can be a replacement head comprising: a head having a plurality of tooth cleaning elements mounted thereto; a tubular sleeve comprising a cavity for receiving a stem of the body, a proximal edge defining an opening into the cavity, and a distal end to which the head is coupled, the tubular sleeve comprising a locking tab for engaging an undercut surface of a locking section of a boss.

Powered toothbrush with rotating sections

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head also includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head to provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning.

Powered toothbrush with rotating sections

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head also includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head to provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning.

Oral Care Implement

An oral care implement comprising at least one tapered bristle. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; a head having a face; a tuft hole in the face, the tuft hole having a polygonal transverse cross-sectional profile; and a bristle tuft mounted in the first tuft hole and extending from the face of the head, the first bristle tuft comprising a plurality of tapered bristles. 1. An oral care implement comprising:a handle;a head having a face;a first tuft hole in the face, the first tuft hole having a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile comprising a minor axis and a major axis, the major axis of the first tuft hole being longer than the minor axis of the first tuft hole; anda first bristle tuft mounted in the first tuft hole and extending from the face of the head, the first bristle tuft comprising a first plurality of tapered bristles.2. The oral care implement of wherein each of the first plurality of tapered bristles comprises a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a minor axis and a major axis claim 1 , the major axes of the first plurality of tapered bristles being longer than the minor axes of the first plurality of tapered bristles.3. The oral care implement of wherein the transverse cross-sectional profiles of the first plurality of tapered bristles is selected from a group consisting of a diamond claim 2 , an elongated rectangle claim 2 , and an elongated oval.4. The oral care implement of wherein the major axes of the first plurality of bristles are substantially parallel to the major axis of the first tuft hole.5. The oral care implement of wherein the major axes of the first plurality of tapered bristles are substantially perpendicular to the minor axes of the first plurality of tapered bristles.6. The oral care implement of wherein the major axes of the first plurality of tapered bristles and the minor axes of the first plurality of tapered bristles intersect ...

Oral care implement

An oral care implement with a soft tissue cleanser is provided to effectively cleanse the soft tissue of the mouth with comfort and a reduced risk of injury to the user. In one construction, a projection is formed of a combination of a hard material and a soft material. The hard material provides good stability for cleaning debris from the tongue or other tissue while the soft material provides comfort and a reduced risk of injury.

ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

An oral care implement having a handle and a head having a flexible support from which cleaning elements extend. In one aspect, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; a head attached to the handle; a flexible support attached to the head and having a face; a plurality of cleaning elements attached to the flexible support and projecting outwardly from the face, the cleaning elements including bristles and wall-like elements and being movable in the outward direction from the head; wherein the cleaning elements comprise a row of first cleaning elements substantially aligned along a longitudinal axis of the head and traversing a central region of the flexible support; and wherein some of the wall-like cleaning elements laterally radiate from the central region of the flexible support.

Generating a chemical agent in situ

A method of cleaning teeth by providing a device for generating a chemical agent in situ on an as-needed basis via the application of an electrical potential across a pair of conductors in communication with an electrolyte. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine and/or hypochlorite. The device may include a voltage source and a first set of electrodes for applying an electrical potential to the electrolyte. The device may also include a second set of electrodes disposed about an anode of the first set of electrodes. The first and second sets of anodes cooperate to produce ions, peroxides, ozone and/or other chemical agents via the application of electrical potential to the electrolyte.

Oral Care Implement

A toothbrush comprising a bristle having a cross-sectional profile with a major axis and a minor axis. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head; a handle; and at least one bristle extending from a face of the head, the bristle having a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a major axis and a minor axis, the major axis being longer than the minor axis. 1. An oral care implement comprising:a handle;a head having a face;a tuft hole in the face, the tuft hole defined by a wall and having a polygonal shaped transverse cross-sectional profile;a bristle tuft comprising a plurality of bristles mounted in the tuft hole and extending from the face of the head, the bristle tuft comprising a polygonal shaped transverse cross-sectional profile having a perimeter;wherein each of the plurality of bristles has a polygonal shaped transverse cross-sectional profile that corresponds to the polygonal shaped transverse cross-sectional profile of the tuft hole; andwherein an entirety of the perimeter of the bristle tuft is abutted against the wall of the tuft hole.2. The oral care implement according to wherein the polygonal shaped transverse cross-sectional profile of the tuft hole claim 1 , the bristle tuft claim 1 , and each of the plurality of bristles has a major axis and a minor axis claim 1 , the major axes being longer than the minor axes.3. The oral care implement according to wherein the polygonal shaped transverse cross-sectional profile of the tuft hole claim 2 , the bristle tuft claim 2 , and each of the plurality of bristles is a diamond.4. The oral care implement according to wherein the packing factor of the tuft hole is greater than 90%.5. The oral care implement according to wherein the packing factor of the tuft hole is approximately 100%.6. The oral care implement according to wherein the plurality of bristles are formed of polybutylene terephthalate claim 1 , polyethylene terephthalate claim 1 , or ...

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

A toothbrush is provided for cleaning teeth with a mechanical vibratory element and a head having a plurality of different types of cleaning areas which provide for an enhanced cleaning effect upon vibration of said head by said mechanical vibratory element. The cleaning areas have different physical characteristics so that in addition to providing a varied cleaning effect from the cleaning areas themselves there is enhanced treatment as a result of the movement of the cleaning areas imparted by the mechanical vibratory device.

Method of manufacturing a toothbrush head

A toothbrush includes a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements for enhanced cleaning of the teeth. The tooth cleaning elements include cleaning elements that define a radial array arrangement for better retention of the dentifrice. A radial array may be strategically disposed in an off-axis arrangement within other cleaning elements on the head.

Oral care toothbrush

An oral care toothbrush includes a head mounted to one end of the handle containing a plurality of oral care elements. An oral care accessory is mounted to the opposite end of the handle. An oral care material dispenser is mounted in the head within the cleaning field defined by the oral care elements. The toothbrush is preferably made of small size and of lightweight so as to be readily portable for use away from the home.

ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT

An oral care implement having a handle and a head having a flexible support from which cleaning elements extend. In one aspect, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; a head attached to the handle; a flexible support attached to the head and having a face; a plurality of cleaning elements attached to the flexible support and projecting outwardly from the face, the cleaning elements including bristles and wall-like elements and being movable in the outward direction from the head; wherein the cleaning elements comprise a row of first cleaning elements substantially aligned along a longitudinal axis of the head and traversing a central region of the flexible support; and wherein some of the wall-like cleaning elements laterally radiate from the central region of the flexible support.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement with a handle includes a head with a tissue cleanser. The tissue cleanser may be a pad composed of an elastomeric material. The pad is disposed on the head on a surface opposite the tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of nubs extending for cleaning between the papillae of the tongue. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of conically shaped nubs. A tissue cleanser can be used to reduce oral malodor problems and remove oral epithelial cells.

Interactive Toothbrush and Removable Audio Output Module

An apparatus may include a connection component configured to connect the apparatus to any one of a plurality of different apparatuses. A toothbrush may include at least one measurement component configured to measure a parameter of use of an oral care region, and a processor configured to change output of a first audio signal of a plurality of audio signals to a second audio signal of the plurality of audio signals based on the measured parameter. Another toothbrush may include a processor configured to receive first data from an external source component and output second data corresponding to the received first data to at least one output device in response, and the at least output device configured to output the second data from the processor. 1. An oral care implement comprising:an oral care region attached to a body, a portion of the body being configured for gripping by a user;a power source;a vibratory device for imparting movement to the oral care region;a memory configured to store a plurality of signals;at least one measurement component configured to measure an orientation of the oral care implement; anda processor configured to: (1) produce a first output based on a first of the plurality of signals upon the measurement component measuring the oral care region being in a first orientation; and (2) produce a second output based on a second of the plurality of signals upon the measurement component measuring the oral care region being in a second orientation, each of the first and second outputs comprising an audible component.2. The oral care implement of further comprising a speaker configured to generate the first and second outputs.3. The oral care implement of further comprising a universal serial bus (USB) connector operably coupled to charge the power source.4. The oral care implement of further comprising a transmitter and receiver to wirelessly receive and transmit data to an external electronic device.5. The oral care implement of wherein the ...

Interactive toothbrush and removable audio output module

An oral care implement (100), comprising an oral care region (124,127) attached to a body (125), a portion (126) of the body being configured for gripping by a user; a memory configured to store a plurality of audio signals from an external signal source; at least one measurement component configured to measure a parameter of use of the oral care region (124,128); and a processor configured to change output of a first audio signal of the plurality of audio signals to a second audio signal of the plurality of audio signals based on the measured parameter from the at least one measurement component.

TOOTHBRUSH INCLUDING A DEVICE FOR INDICATING BRUSHING FORCE

A toothbrush that includes a piezochromic polymer or a proximity dye based polymer effective to emit an optical signal indicative of brushing force. 1. A toothbrush comprising a piezochromic polymer effective to emit an optical signal indicative of brushing force , wherein the piezochromic polymer is an electrocylic ring-opening mechanophore.2. The toothbrush of claim 1 , further comprising:(a) a handle;(b) a head;(c) bristles positioned on the head; and(d) a neck joining the handle to the head,wherein at least one of the handle, the head, the bristles and the neck comprises the piezochromic polymer.3. The toothbrush of any preceding claim 1 , wherein the piezochromic polymer is contained in a cavity within the toothbrush claim 1 , and at least a portion of the toothbrush overlying the cavity is transparent or translucent such that the piezochromic polymer is visible.4. The toothbrush of claim 3 , wherein the portion of the toothbrush overlying the cavity is a window located on a back side of the toothbrush claim 3 , such that the piezochromic polymer is visible when teeth of a user are being brushed in front of a mirror.5. The toothbrush of any preceding claim 1 , wherein the piezochromic polymer comprises spiropyran.6. The toothbrush of claim 5 , wherein the electrocylic ring-opening mechanophore comprises poly(methyl acrylate) or poly(methyl methacrylate).7. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the optical signal is at least one color change indicative of at least one of excessive brushing force claim 1 , acceptable brushing force and inadequate brushing force.8. The toothbrush of claim 1 , wherein the toothbrush is free of a power supply and electrical circuitry.9. The toothbrush of claim 2 , further comprising an elongated bladder adapted to transmit force from the head to the piezochromic polymer claim 2 , wherein the piezochromic polymer is located in or on the neck.10. The toothbrush of claim 2 , further comprising a lever inside the head and neck claim 2 , ...

Replacement Head for An Oral Care Implement, And Oral Care Implement And Method Of Utilizing The Same

A replacement head for an oral care implement, such as a powered toothbrush, wherein the replacement head utilizes a specially designed structure for coupling the replacement head to an oral care implement body. In one embodiment, the invention can be a replacement head comprising: a head having a plurality of tooth cleaning elements mounted thereto; a tubular sleeve comprising a cavity for receiving a stem of the body, a proximal edge defining an opening into the cavity, and a distal end to which the head is coupled, the tubular sleeve comprising a locking tab for engaging an undercut surface of a locking section of a boss. 1. An oral care implement comprising: a gripping portion comprising a shoulder;', 'a stem extending from the shoulder along a longitudinal axis; and', 'a boss protruding from an outer surface of the stem, the boss comprising a locking rib section having an undercut surface that is axially spaced from the shoulder and a positioning rib section extending from the locking rib section to the shoulder, the undercut surface circumferentially protruding from a first side surface of the positioning rib section;, 'a body comprising a tubular sleeve comprising a cavity and a proximal edge defining an opening into the cavity;', 'a slot in the tubular sleeve comprising a locking slot section spaced from the proximal edge and an entry slot section that extends from the proximal edge to the locking slot section; and', 'a locking tab comprising a distal edge that forms a first lateral wall of the entry slot section and an upper edge that forms a bottom wall of the locking slot section;, 'a replacement head comprising the stem is located within the cavity of the tubular sleeve;', 'the positioning rib section is located within the entry slot section; and', 'the locking rib-section is located within the locking slot section, the upper edge of the locking tab engaging the undercut surface of the locking rib section; and, 'wherein the tubular sleeve is detachably ...

ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING FLEXIBLE HANDLE

An oral care implement having a flexible handle. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head; and a handle extending along a longitudinal axis and connected to the head, the handle comprising: a main body integrally formed of a rigid material, the main body comprising a rigid gripping section terminating in a bulbous body, a rigid neck section terminating in a basin, and a flexible strut having a first end connected to the bulbous body and a second end connected to a floor of the basin; a resilient material encasing the flexible strut; and the flexible strut and the resilient material forming a hinge about which the rigid neck section pivots relative to the rigid gripping section upon a force being applied to the head. 1. An oral care implement comprising:a handle extending along a longitudinal axis and comprising a rigid gripping section, a rigid neck section, and a hinge flexibly connecting the rigid neck section to the rigid gripping section, wherein one of the rigid neck section or the rigid gripping section comprises a bulbous body and the other one of the rigid neck section or the rigid gripping section comprises a basin; the bulbous body;', 'the basin;', 'a longitudinal strut of rigid material, the longitudinal strut having a first end connected to the bulbous body and a second end connected to a floor of the basin so that a separation gap exists between the bulbous body and the floor of the basin; and', 'a resilient material in the separation gap; and, 'the hinge comprisinga head connected to the rigid neck section of the handle.2. The oral care implement according to wherein the rigid neck section pivots relative to the rigid gripping section about the hinge upon a force being applied to a front surface of the head.3. The oral care implement according to wherein the bulbous body forms a distal end of the rigid gripping section and the basin forms a proximal end of the rigid neck section.4. The oral care implement ...

Oral Care Implement Body and Replacement Head Therefor

An oral care implement body to which a replacement head can be detachably coupled. In one embodiment, the oral care implement body includes a gripping portion having a shoulder, a stem extending from the shoulder along a longitudinal axis, and a boss protruding from an outer surface of the stem. The boss may have a locking rib section having an undercut surface that is axially spaced from the shoulder and a positioning rib section extending from the locking rib section to the shoulder. The undercut surface may circumferentially protrude from a first side surface of the positioning rib section. The locking rib section may extend along a first rib axis and the positioning rib section may extend along a second rib axis, the first rib axis oriented obliquely to the second rib axis. 1. An oral care implement body to which a replacement head can be detachably coupled , the oral care implement body comprising:a gripping portion having a shoulder;a stem extending from the shoulder along a longitudinal axis;a boss protruding from an outer surface of the stem, the boss comprising a locking rib section having an undercut surface that is axially spaced from the shoulder and a positioning rib section extending from the locking rib section to the shoulder, the undercut surface circumferentially protruding from a first side surface of the positioning rib section; andwherein the locking rib section extends along a first rib axis and the positioning rib section extends along a second rib axis, the first rib axis oriented obliquely to the second rib axis.2. The oral care implement body according to wherein the second rib axis is substantially perpendicular to the transverse shoulder.3. The oral care implement body according to wherein the positioning rib section comprises a first side surface and a second side surface claim 1 , the first and second side surfaces of the positioning rib section extending substantially parallel to the second rib axis.4. The oral care implement body ...

Oral Care Implement

An oral care implement that includes a head having a face with a tuft hole therein. A plurality of bristles are disposed within the tuft hole and arranged in a bristle tuft that extends from the face of the head. The bristle tuft includes a first subset of the bristles and a second subset of the bristles. Each of the bristles has a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a major axis and a minor axis, the major axes of the bristles being longer than the minor axes of the bristles. The major axes of the bristles of the first subset may be non-parallel to the major axes of the bristles of the second subset. 1. An oral care implement comprising:a head having a face with a tuft hole therein;a plurality of bristles disposed within the tuft hole and arranged in a bristle tuft that extends from the face of the head, the bristle tuft comprising a first subset of the bristles and a second subset of the bristles;wherein each of the bristles comprises a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a major axis and a minor axis, the major axes of the bristles being longer than the minor axes of the bristles; andwherein the major axes of the bristles of the first subset are non-parallel to the major axes of the bristles of the second subset.2. The oral care implement according to wherein the first and second subsets of the bristles are arranged in an alternating configuration of columns or rows.3. The oral care implement according to wherein the transverse cross-sectional profile of each of the bristles is selected from the group consisting of a diamond claim 1 , a rectangle claim 1 , and an oval.4. The oral care implement according to wherein a free end of each of the bristles deflects a first distance from the longitudinal axis when a transverse force is applied to the free end of the bristle in a direction parallel to the minor axis claim 1 , and wherein the free end of each of the bristles deflects a second distance from the ...

Oral Care Device

An oral care device such as an oral care implement or a toothbrush. The oral care device may include a handle and a head. The head may have a plurality of cleaning elements extending therefrom. The head may comprise a channel and a plurality of electrodes may be located within the channel. The electrodes may be coupled to a power source. The electrodes may be used to generate a chemical agent via the application of an electrical potential across the electrodes when in communication with an electrolyte. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine hypochlorite, ions, peroxides, and/or other chemical agents. 1. An oral care device comprising:a head comprising a longitudinal axis, a front surface, an opposite rear surface, and a channel defined by an inner wall; and a first electrode and a second electrode coupled to the inner wall on a first side of the longitudinal axis and spaced apart in a direction of the longitudinal axis by a first gap; and', 'a third electrode coupled to the inner wall on a second side of the longitudinal axis, the third electrode extending into the first gap between the first and second electrodes., 'a plurality of electrodes coupled to the head and positioned within the channel, the plurality of electrodes comprising2. The oral care device according to further comprising a first opening formed into the front surface of the head.3. The oral care device according to further comprising a second opening formed into the rear surface of the head so that the channel extends through the head from the first opening to the second opening.4. The oral care device according to further comprising a plurality of tooth cleaning elements extending from the front surface of the head.5. The oral care device according to wherein the plurality of tooth cleaning elements collectively define a tooth cleaning element field claim 4 , the tooth cleaning element field comprising an inner surface that surrounds a cavity that is fluidly ...

Oral care implement body and replacement head therefor

An oral care implement body to which a replacement head can be detachably coupled. In one embodiment, the oral care implement body includes a gripping portion having a shoulder, a stem extending from the shoulder along a longitudinal axis, and a boss protruding from an outer surface of the stem. The boss may have a locking rib section having an undercut surface that is axially spaced from the shoulder and a positioning rib section extending from the locking rib section to the shoulder. The undercut surface may circumferentially protrude from a first side surface of the positioning rib section. The locking rib section may extend along a first rib axis and the positioning rib section may extend along a second rib axis, the first rib axis oriented obliquely to the second rib axis.

Plaque removing toothbrush

A toothbrush comprising a head having a flat surface facing upwardly, the head joined to a handle. The tufts of bristles are arranged in two groups of rows, each row extending transversely of the head. The rows of the first and second groups alternate with each other along the longitudinal axis of the head. In the first group, the two laterally outermost tufts of each row tilt sidewise towards their respective nearest side of the head, this tilt being about 12 degrees. The middle tuft of each of the second group extends substantially vertically upwardly from the head. The laterally outermost tufts of the second group tilt laterally inwardly toward each other by about 8 degrees. The tufts define three functional groups of tufts. The tuft arrangement is such that the cleaning action is substantially independent of any particular brushing technique employed by the user.

Oral care implement

Toothbrush having contouring multi-component head with peel-resistant joint and limited flexibility

A toothbrush having a bristle-bearing head divided into at least two sections is disclosed. The free end section, when unstressed, is normally biased to assume an angle of about 15° with respect to the other, to thereby define an articulated head. The two sections of the head have facing ends joined by a thin bridge or hinge section integral with the two head sections, the bridge or hinge forming a groove between adjacent head sections. The upper surface of the bridge section is substantially flush with the upper surface of the head (opposite to the bristle-bearing surface). The space between the two facing ends is filled with a soft elastomer of about 5 to about 30, preferably about 13 to about 30 Shore A hardness. This hinge construction defines an articulated head of limited flex motion, wherein, when utilized by the average adult brusher, who applies an average brushing force of 0.5 pounds, flexes to a substantially flattened position. According to a second aspect of the invention, each end of the groove terminates in a flange at its extreme outer edge, and the groove, including the flange, is filled with an elastomer, which, due to the presence of the flange, is resistant to peel stresses caused by flexing of the hinge or joint.

Toothbrush

Oral care implement.

Un implemento para cuidado oral con un mango incluye una cabeza con un limpiador de tejido. El limpiador de tejido puede ser una almohadilla compuesta de un material elastomerico. La almohadilla esta colocada sobre la cabeza sobre una superficie opuesta a los elementos de limpieza de los dientes. El limpiador de tejido puede incluir una pluralidad de protuberancias que se extienden para la limpieza entre las papilas de la lengua. El limpiador de tejido puede incluir una pluralidad de protuberancias conformadas conicamente. Un primer limpiador puede ser usado para reducir los problemas de mal olor y remover las celulas epiteliales.

FOOTWEAR FOR SUPPORTING THE SCARF OF THE MIDDLE FOOT BY AT LEAST ONE STRAP

Toothbrush comprising an oral care material dispenser

An oral care toothbrush includes a head mounted to one end of the handle containing a plurality of oral care elements. An oral care accessory is mounted to the opposite end of the handle. An oral care material dispenser is mounted in the head within the cleaning field defined by the oral care elements. The toothbrush is preferably made of small size and of lightweight so as to be readily portable for use away from the home.

First base for shoe slip.

L'invention concerne une base antidérapante de support de première. Elle se rapporte à une base dont une partie de la surface supérieure (24) est lisse et est entourée par des nervures (26, 28) qui suivent les axes métatarsiens (15a, 15b). Des nervures (32) formant des rayons d'une roue sont disposées sous le talon, et les régions qui se trouvent en avant et en arrière des nervures du milieu du pied portent un dessin de picots (16) disposé suivant un réseau de lignes entrecroisées. Application aux bases destinées à supporter la première dans les chaussures. The invention relates to a non-slip base for supporting a premiere. It relates to a base of which a part of the upper surface (24) is smooth and is surrounded by ribs (26, 28) which follow the metatarsal axes (15a, 15b). Ribs (32) forming spokes of a wheel are arranged under the heel, and the regions which are in front and behind of the ribs of the middle of the foot carry a pattern of spikes (16) arranged in a network of intersecting lines . Application to bases intended to support the first in shoes.

UNLOCKABLE FASTENING DEVICE FOR CLOSURES BY TAPES, LACES AND SIMILAR

Oral care implement with flexible support

An oral care implement is provided having a handle and a head with a soft tissue cleanser and/or tooth cleaning elements. The tooth cleaning elements may be attached to a flexible support on the head and be outwardly movable from the head. The cleaning elements may include a column-shaped bristle at the central portion of the flexible support, and may further include a row of first cleaning elements traversing a central region of the flexible support. The soft tissue cleanser may include a plurality of projections for cleaning the soft tissue and may have an elongate ridge projecting from the head in generally the same direction as the projections. The handle may include a base with a gripping region and a projection protruding from the base in the gripping region. The handle may also have a grip surface with a plurality of spaced slot openings exposing portions of the base.

Powered toothbrush with rotating sections

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head also includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head to provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning.

PERFECTED TOOTH BRUSH HEAD

Oral care toothbrush

An oral care toothbrush includes a head mounted to one end of the handle containing a plurality of oral care elements. An oral care accessory is mounted to the opposite end of the handle. An oral care material dispenser is mounted in the head within the cleaning field defined by the oral care elements. The toothbrush is preferably made of small size and of lightweight so as to be readily portable for use away from the home.

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

A toothbrush is provided for cleaning and/or massaging of teeth and gums having a mechanical vibratory element and a head having cleaning/treating elements on a plurality of different types of cleaning areas which provide for an enhanced cleaning, scrubbing and massaging effect. The cleaning/treating elements have different physical characteristics so that in addition to providing a varied cleaning/treating effect from the cleaning/treating elements themselves there is enhanced treatment as a result of the movement of the cleaning/treating elements imparted by the mechanical vibratory device.

Replacement head for an oral care implement, and oral care implement and method of utilizing the same.

Una cabeza de reemplazo para un implemento del cuidado oral, tal como un cepillo dental motorizado, en donde la cabeza de reemplazo utiliza una estructura especialmente diseñada para el acoplamiento de la cabeza de reemplazo a un cuerpo de implemento de cuidado oral; en una modalidad, la invención puede ser una cabeza de reemplazo que comprende: una cabeza con una pluralidad de elementos de limpieza dental montados sobre ésta; un manguito tubular que comprende una cavidad para recibir un vástago del cuerpo, un borde proximal definiendo una abertura en la cavidad y un extremo distal al que está acoplada la cabeza, el manguito tubular comprende una lengüeta de bloqueo para el acoplamiento de una superficie de corte sesgado de una sección de bloqueo de una abolladura.

Oral care implement having flexible handle.

Un implemento para el cuidado bucal que tiene a mango flexible; en una modalidad, la presente invención puede ser un implemento para el cuidado bucal que comprende: un cabezal; y un mango que se extiende a lo largo de un eje longitudinal y que está conectado al cabezal, el mango comprende: un cuerpo principal formado integralmente de un material rígido, el cuerpo principal comprende una sección de agarre rígida que termina en un cuerpo bulboso, una sección de cuello rígida que termina en una cámara, y un soporte flexible que tiene un primer extremo conectado al cuerpo bulboso y un segundo extremo conectado a un piso de la cámara; un material elástico que reviste el soporte flexible; y el soporte flexible y el material elástico forman una articulación alrededor de la cual la sección de cuello rígida pivotea con relación a la sección de agarre rígida durante la aplicación de una fuerza al cabezal.

Holographic marketing method and system for consumer products in a retail environment

A method of inducing a sale of a product (306) in a retail environment includes providing the product (306) in a storage structure (302) from which a potential purchaser may take physical possession of the product (306). A true hologram (300, 300A, 300B, 300C) is provided to project a three-dimensional holographic image into a first space (304, 304A, 304B, 304C) proximate to the storage structure (302) to attract potential purchaser attention. The holographic image from the true hologram (300, 300A, 300B, 300C) is used to communicate information about the product (306) to the potential purchaser.

Toothbrush

A toothbrush (10) whose tufts comprise three distinct groups of rows (24, 26, 34), with each row oriented transversely to the longitudinal axis (16) of the toothbrush head (12). The tufts (25) of the first group (24) are the shortest. The endmost tufts (30) on each row of the second kind (26) tilt laterally outwards by about 12 degrees. The tufts of the third group (34) are nearest the end of the head farthest from the handle and diverge from each other.

Replacement head for an oral care implement

Bristle and bristle tuft configuration

An oral care implement comprising at least one tapered bristle. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; a head having a face; a tuft hole in the face, the tuft hole having a polygonal transverse cross- sectional profile; and a bristle tuft mounted in the first tuft hole and extending from the face of the head, the first bristle tuft comprising a plurality of tapered bristles.

Oral care implement

Toothbrush

A toothbrush includes a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements for enhanced cleaning of the teeth. The tooth cleaning elements include cleaning elements that define a radial array arrangement for better retention of the dentifrice. A radial array may be strategically disposed in an off-axis arrangement within other cleaning elements on the head.

Oral care implement

INSTALLATION FOR INPOSITION ROOM

Oral care implement

Oral care implement with tissue cleanser

An oral care implement is provided having a handle and a head with a soft tissue cleanser and/or tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of projections for cleaning the soft tissue, which may include cleaning between the papillae of a user's tongue. The soft tissue cleanser may have an elongate ridge projecting from the head in generally the same direction as the projections. The handle may include a base with a gripping region and a projection protruding from the base in the gripping region. The handle may also have a grip surface with a plurality of spaced slot openings exposing portions of the base. The grip body may form opposite finger grips on the handle.

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

Toothbrush

A toothbrush whose tufts comprise three distinct groups of rows, with each row oriented transversely to the longitudinal axis of the head. The tufts of the first group are the shortest. The endmost tufts on each row of the second kind tilt laterally outwardly by about 12 degrees. The tufts of the third group are nearest the end of the head farthest from the handle and diverge from each other. In one embodiment, each tuft of the third kind tilts laterally at an angle of about 30 degrees and forwardly at about 14 degrees. In a first embodiment, each row of the first group comprises a single, wide tint. In a second embodiment, each row of the first group has a plurality of laterally spaced round tufts. In a third embodiment, each row of the first group comprises a plurality of laterally spaced quadrangular tufts. All of the tufts may also be considered as defining four functional groups of tufts, with each of these four groups performing a specific function during brushing. The arrangement and orientation of the tufts yields a uniform cleaning action substantially independent of brushing direction or technique.

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

A toothbrush is provided for cleaning and/or massaging of teeth and gums having a mechanical vibratory element and a head having cleaning/treating elements on a plurality of different types of cleaning areas which provide for an enhanced cleaning, scrubbing and massaging effect. The cleaning/treating elements have different physical characteristics so that in addition to providing a varied cleaning/treating effect from the cleaning/treating elements themselves there is enhanced treatment as a result of the movement of the cleaning/treating elements imparted by the mechanical vibratory device.

Oral care implement having a tissue cleanser

An oral care implement with a handle includes a head (506) with a tissue cleanser (508). The tissue cleanser may be a pad composed of an elastomeric material. The pad is disposed on the head on a surface opposite the tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of nubs (502) extending for cleaning between the papillae of the tongue. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of conically shaped nubs. A tissue cleanser can be used to reduce oral malodor problems and remove oral epithelial cells.

SHOE FOR ENSURING THE SUPPORT IN SCRAP OF THE MEDIAN PART OF THE FOOT BY AT LEAST ONE STRAP

L'invention concerne les chaussures. Elle se rapporte à une chaussure ayant une semelle externe 14 dont la partie médiane du milieu du pied a des ondulations 12 contre lesquelles viennent se déformer des lanières 16 de serrage du pied lorsque ce dernier est soumis à une force importante. Lorsque la force est faible, les lanières sont à distance des ondulations. La mise des lanières contre les ondulations provoque une réduction de leur longueur efficace et une meilleure retenue du pied. The invention relates to shoes. It relates to a shoe having an outer sole 14 of which the median part of the middle of the foot has undulations 12 against which straps 16 for clamping the foot come to deform when the latter is subjected to a significant force. When the force is low, the straps are away from the waves. The placing of the straps against the undulations causes an effective reduction of their length and a better retention of the foot.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement with a handle includes a head with a tissue cleanser. The tissue cleanser may be a pad composed of an elastomeric material. The pad is disposed on the head on a surface opposite the tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of nubs extending for cleaning between the papillae of the tongue. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of conically shaped nubs. A tissue cleanser can be used to reduce oral malodor problems and remove oral epithelial cells.

Interactive toothbrush and removeable audio output module

An apparatus may include a connection component configured to connect the apparatus to any one of a plurality of different apparatuses. A toothbrush may include at least one measurement component configured to measure a parameter of use of an oral care region, and a processor configured to change output of a first audio signal of a plurality of audio signals to a second audio signal of the plurality of audio signals based on the measured parameter. Another toothbrush may include a processor configured to receive first data from an external source component and output second data corresponding to the received first data to at least one output device in response, and the at least output device configured to output the second data from the processor.

Oral care implement having flexible handle

An oral care implement having a flexible handle. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head; and a handle extending along a longitudinal axis and connected to the head, the handle comprising: a main body integrally formed of a rigid material, the main body comprising a rigid gripping section terminating in a bulbous body, a rigid neck section terminating in a basin, and a flexible strut having a first end connected to the bulbous body and a second end connected to a floor of the basin; a resilient material encasing the flexible strut; and the flexible strut and the resilient material forming a hinge about which the rigid neck section pivots relative to the rigid gripping section upon a force being applied to the head.

Powered toothbrush with rotating sections

The head of a toothbrush includes a first tuft block having bristles and a second tuft block having bristles. The first and second tuft blocks are mounted for counter-rotational or counter-rotational oscillating movement in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the head. The toothbrush head als o includes a third section having bristles extending outwardly from the head t o provide an extended field of bristles to support an elongated ribbon of toothpaste and for enhanced cleaning.

Non-slip insole base with raised ridges

An insole base member in planar form for providing a mechanical interlock with a shoe insole is disclosed. The insole base provides a low volume, low profile molded pattern which contacts the underside of the insole material and prevents shearing shifts of the insole. In one embodiment, the insole base has a smooth upper surface in the region adjacent the metatarsal heads of the foot, with a plurality of raised ridges extending transversely across the smooth upper surface, and with the upper surface of the insole base having a cross hatch pattern extending over the remainder of the base anterior and posterior to the smooth upper surface portion. The raised ridges may be positioned so as to lie parallel to the transverse and oblique metatarsal axes of the foot. In alternative embodiments, a plurality of raised ridges are positioned adjacent to the heel or the ball of the foot, with such raised ridges being located outwardly of a central reference point in a pattern corresponding to the spokes of a wheel.

Method of manufacturing a toothbrush head

一牙刷包含一頭部及複數用於該等牙齒之增強清洗作用的牙齒清洗元件。該等牙齒清洗元件包含界定一徑向列陣配置之清洗元件，用於該牙膏之較佳滯留。一徑向列陣可策略地設置在該頭部上之其他清洗元件內的一離軸線配置中。

Toothbrush

Patent CH678795A5

DYNAMIC WIRELESS

Toothbrush with head with tear-resistant joint

Toothbrush

Toothbrush having head with peel-resistant joint

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

A toothbrush is provided for cleaning and/or massaging of teeth and gums having a mechanical vibratory element and a head having cleaning/treating elements on a plurality of different types of cleaning areas which provide for an enhanced cleaning, scrubbing and massaging effect. The cleaning/treating elements have different physical characteristics so that in addition to providing a varied cleaning/treating effect from the cleaning/treating elements themselves there is enhanced treatment as a result of the movement of the cleaning/treating elements imparted by the mechanical vibratory device.

FOOT SUPPORT STRUCTURE, WITH SCISSOR LENGTHS FIXED TO THE OUTER SOLE OF A FOOTWEAR

L'INVENTION CONCERNE UNE STRUCTURE DE SUPPORT DE PIED. ELLE SE RAPPORTE A UNE STRUCTURE COMPRENANT UNE SEMELLE EXTERNE 12 ET DES PREMIERES LANIERES 18 PLACEES SOUS LA COLONNE SUPERIEURE MEDIANE DU PIED ET DES SECONDES LANIERES 20 PLACEES SOUS LA COLONNE LATERALE INFERIEURE DU PIED. LES LANIERES SONT PRATIQUEMENT INEXTENSIBLES. LEUR FIXATION CORRESPOND A DES EMPLACEMENTS ANATOMIQUES PRECIS DU PIED DE LA PERSONNE PORTANT LA CHAUSSURE. LES LONGUEURS DES LANIERES SONT REGLABLES INDEPENDAMMENT. APPLICATION AUX CHAUSSURES. THE INVENTION RELATES TO A FOOT SUPPORT STRUCTURE. IT RELATES TO A STRUCTURE INCLUDING AN OUTSOLE 12 AND FIRST STRIPS 18 PLACED UNDER THE UPPER MIDDLE COLUMN OF THE FOOT AND SECOND STRIPS 20 PLACED UNDER THE LATERAL LOWER COLUMN OF THE FOOT. THE STRAPS ARE PRACTICALLY INEXTENSIBLE. THEIR ATTACHMENT SHALL CORRESPOND TO PRECISE ANATOMICAL LOCATIONS OF THE FOOT OF THE PERSON WEARING THE SHOE. THE LENGTH OF THE STRIPS ARE ADJUSTABLE INDEPENDENTLY. APPLICATION TO FOOTWEAR.

Rib lock device

Oral care implement

An oral care implement with a soft tissue cleanser is provided to effectively cleanse the soft tissue of the mouth with comfort and a reduced risk of injury to the user. In one construction, a projection is formed of a combination of a hard material and a soft material. The hard material provides good stability for cleaning debris from the tongue or other tissue while the soft material provides comfort and a reduced risk of injury.

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

STRAP FASTENER FOR SHOE

L'invention concerne des lanières de fixation. Elle se rapporte à des lanières qui comportent une bande plate 14 et relativement rigide ayant des nervures 12 formées transversalement à la lanière. Chaque nervure 12 a une face plane faisant un angle a d'environ 60degre(s) avec la bande 14, et une autre face latérale courbe. Les nervures de deux lanières ou de deux parties de lanière peuvent s'accrocher les unes aux autres et permettre la transmission de forces élevées. The invention relates to fastening straps. It relates to straps which include a flat and relatively rigid strip 14 having ribs 12 formed transversely to the strap. Each rib 12 has a planar face making an angle α of about 60 degree (s) with the strip 14, and another curved side face. The ribs of two straps or two portions of the strap can catch on each other and allow the transmission of high forces.

Toothbrush with enhanced cleaning effects

A toothbrush is provided for cleaning and/or massaging of teeth and gums having a mechanical vibratory element and a head having cleaning/treating elements on a plurality of different types of cleaning areas which provide for an enhanced cleaning, scrubbing and massaging effect. The cleaning/treating elements have different physical characteristics so that in addition to providing a varied cleaning/treating effect from the cleaning/treating elements themselves there is enhanced treatment as a result of the movement of the cleaning/treating elements imparted by the mechanical vibratory device.

Interactive toothbrush and removeable audio output module

An oral care implement, comprising an oral care region attached to a body, a portion of the body being configured for gripping by a user; a memory configured to store a plurality of audio signals from an external signal source; at least one measurement component configured to measure a parameter of use of the oral care region; and a processor configured to change output of a first audio signal of the plurality of audio signals to a second audio signal of the plurality of audio signals based on the measured parameter from. the at least one measurement component.

LATERAL SUPPORT DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR FOR THE MIDDLE ARCH OF THE FOOT

The footwear.

MOUNTING FIT FOR A SHOE

replacement head for an oral care instrument, and oral care instrument and how to use it

resumo cabeça de substituição para um instrumento de cuidado oral, e instrumento de cuidado oral e modo de utilização do mesmo uma cabeça de substituição para um instrumento de cuidado oral, como uma escova de dentes energizada, em que a cabeça de substituição utiliza uma estrutura especialmente projetada para acoplar a cabeça de substituição para um corpo de instrumento de cuidado oral. em uma modalidade, a invenção pode ser uma cabeça de substituição compreendendo: uma cabeça tendo uma pluralidade de elementos de limpeza de dente montados nela; uma manga tubular compreendendo uma cavidade para receber uma haste do corpo, uma borda proximal definindo uma abertura para dentro da cavidade, e uma borda distal para a que a cabeça é acoplada, a manga tubular compreendendo uma aba de bloqueio para engatar uma superfície rebaixada de uma seção de bloqueio de uma saliência.

Interactive toothbrush and removeable audio output module

An oral care implement (100), comprising an oral care region (124,127) attached to a body (125), a portion (126) of the body being configured for gripping by a user; a memory configured to store a plurality of audio signals from an external signal source; at least one measurement component configured to measure a parameter of use of the oral care region (124,128); and a processor configured to change output of a first audio signal of the plurality of audio signals to a second audio signal of the plurality of audio signals based on the measured parameter from. the at least one measurement component.

Plaque removing toothbrush

A toothbrush (10) comprising a head (12) having a flat surface (14) facing upwards, the head being joined to a handle. The tufts of bristles are arranged in two groups of rows (26, 40), each row extending transversely of the head (12). The rows of the first and second groups (26, 40) alternate with each other along the longitudinal axis (16) of the head (12). In the first group (26), the two laterally outermost tufts (30, 32) of each row tilt outwards towards their respective nearest side of the head, this tilt being about 12 degrees. The middle tuft (46) of each of the second group (40) extends substantially vertically upwards from the head (12). The laterally outermost tufts (44) of the second group (40) tilt laterally inwards towards each other by about 8 degrees. The tufts thus define three functional groups. <IMAGE>

Oral care implement, method for outputting audio signals from an oral care implement, and audio device

Patent CH681195A5

Toothbrush

Patent CH676912A5

Toothbrush including a device for indicating brushing force

A toothbrush that includes a piezochromic polymer or a proximity dye based polymer effective to emit an optical signal indicative of brushing force.

Toothbrush having head with peel-resistant joint

A toothbrush having a bristle-bearing head divided into at least two sections (14, 16) is disclosed. The free end section (16), when unstressed, is normally biased to assume an angle of about 15° with respect to the other, to thereby define an articulated head. The two sections of the head have facing ends joined by a thin bridge (30) or hinge section integral with the two head sections, the bridge or hinge forming a groove between adjacent head sections. The upper surface of the bridge section is substantially flush with the upper surface of the head (opposite to the bristle-bearing surface). The space between the two facing ends is filled with a soft elastomer of about 5 to about 30, preferably about 13 to about 30 Shore A hardness. This hinge construction defines an articulated head of limited flex motion, wherein, when utilized by the average adult brusher, who applies an average brushing force of 0.5 pounds, flexes to a substantially flattened position. According to a second aspect of the invention, each end of the groove terminates in a flange at its extreme outer edge, and the groove, including the flange (32), is filled with an elastomer, which, due to the presence of the flange, is resistant to peel stresses caused by flexing of the hinge or joint.

Oral care implement having flexible handle

Toothbrush

CLOSING DEVICE

Articulated head toothbrush that resists the wear of the brushes.

Firça tasiyan en az iki kesime bölünmüs kafaya sahip dis firçasidir serbest uç kesimi gerilim altinda olmadiginda , digerine göre 15 derece ile konumlanmis olarak eklemli bir kafayi tanimlamaktadir. Kafanin iki kesimi, birbirlerine bir boslukla bakan, oluk olusturan ince bir köprü veya mafsal bölgesiyle baglanmis uçlara sahiptir. Köprünün üst yüzeyi kafanin üst yüzüne (kil tasimayan) gömülmüstür. Birbirine bakan bitimler arasindaki bosluk 5-30 arasinda Shore A sertligine sahip elastomerle dolguludur. Mafsalli yapi, ortalama 0.5 pound firçalama kuvveti uygulandiginda, düzlesmis konuma esneyen eklemli kafayi tanimlamaktadir. Dolgu ayrica, kafa kisimlarinin alt yüzeyindeki flansta sona erebilmektedir. The brush that carries the brush is the toothbrush with a head divided into at least two sections, when the free end section is not under tension, it defines a jointed head positioned at 15 degrees relative to the other. The two sections of the head have ends connected by a thin bridge or hinge region forming a groove, facing each other with a gap. The upper surface of the bridge is buried in the upper face of the head (clay-free). The gap between the ends facing each other is filled with elastomer with a Shore A hardness of 5-30. The hinged structure defines the articulating head that flexes to the flattened position when an average of 0.5 pound brushing force is applied. Filling may also end in the flange on the lower surface of the head parts.

Toothbrush

Hammasharjapää

Oral care implement with tissue cleanser

An oral care implement is provided having a handle and a head with a soft tissue cleanser and/or tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of projections for cleaning the soft tissue, which may include cleaning between the papillae of a user's tongue. The soft tissue cleanser may have an elongate ridge projecting from the head in generally the same direction as the projections. The handle may include a base with a gripping region and a projection protruding from the base in the gripping region. The handle may also have a grip surface with a plurality of spaced slot openings exposing portions of the base. The grip body may form opposite finger grips on the handle.

Oral care device with an electrical potential

A device for generating a chemical agent in situ on an as-needed basis via the application of an electrical potential across a pair of conductors in communication with an electrolyte. The device may be a toothbrush that generates chemical agents in a user's mouth by applying an electrical potential to an electrolyte such as saliva and/or a dentifrice located therein. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine and/or hypochlorite. The toothbrush may include a voltage source and a first set of electrodes for applying an electrical potential to the electrolyte. The toothbrush may also include a second set of electrodes disposed about an anode of the first set of electrodes. The first and second sets of anodes cooperate to produce ions, peroxides, ozone and/or other chemical agents via the application of electrical potential to the electrolyte.

TEETH BRUSH WITH HEAD PROVIDED WITH A UNION RESISTANT RESISTANT.

Se describe un cepillo de dientes que tiene una cabeza soporte de cerdas dividida en al menos dos secciones (14, 16). La sección extremo libre (16), cuando no está sometida a tensión, normalmente está forzada para adoptar un ángulo de unos 15º uno respecto del otro, para definir así una cabeza articulada. Las dos secciones de la cabeza tienen extremos enfrentados unidos por un puente delgado (30) o sección articulada que forma parte integral con las dos secciones de la cabeza, formando el puente o la articulación una ranura entre las secciones contiguas de la cabeza. La superficie superior de la sección puente es esencialmente enjuagada con la superficie superior de la cabeza (opuesta a la superficie de soporte de cerdas). El espacio entre los dos extremos enfrentados se llena con un elastómero blando de una dureza entre 5 a 30, preferentemente alrededor de 13 a 30 Shore A. La construcción articulada define una cabeza articulada de un movimiento flexible limitado, en el cual, al ser utilizado por un usuario medio, adulto, del cepillo, el cual aplica una fuerza de cepillado media de 0,5 libras, flexa hasta una posición esencialmente aplanada. Según un segundo aspecto de la invención, cada extremo de la ranura se termina en un reborde (32) en su borde extremo externo, incluyendo el reborde (32), se llena con un elastómero, el cual, debido a la presencia del reborde, es resistente al estiramiento de la piel debido a la flexión de la articulación o de la junta. A toothbrush is described which has a bristle support head divided into at least two sections (14,16). The free end section (16), when not under tension, is normally forced to adopt an angle of about 15 ° to each other, to thus define an articulated head. The two sections of the head have opposite ends joined by a thin bridge (30) or articulated section that forms an integral part with the two sections of the head, the bridge or joint forming a groove between the adjacent sections of the head. The upper surface ...

Toothbrush

A toothbrush (10) whose tufts comprise three distinct groups of rows (24, 26, 34), with each row oriented transversely to the longitudinal axis (16) of the toothbrush head (12). The tufts (25) of the first group (24) are the shortest. The endmost tufts (30) on each row of the second kind (26) tilt laterally outwards by about 12 degrees. The tufts of the third group (34) are nearest the end of the head farthest from the handle and diverge from each other.

Oral care implement

An oral care implement with a handle includes a head with a tissue cleanser. The tissue cleanser may be a pad composed of an elastomeric material. The pad is disposed on the head on a surface opposite the tooth cleaning elements. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of nubs extending for cleaning between the papillae of the tongue. The tissue cleanser may include a plurality of conically shaped nubs. A tissue cleanser can be used to reduce oral malodor problems and remove oral epithelial cells.