U.S. patent application number 14/452266 was filed with the patent office on 2015-02-05 for interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution.
The applicant listed for this patent is Ethel Marlene Miles. Invention is credited to Ethel Marlene Miles.
Application Number | 20150033482 14/452266 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 52426295 |
Filed Date | 2015-02-05 |
United States Patent
Application |
20150033482 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Miles; Ethel Marlene |
February 5, 2015 |
Interdental Brush with Antiseptic Dental Solution
Abstract
An interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution includes a
storage pod, an elongated handle, an internal flow system, and a
plurality of brush sets. The plurality of brush sets is connected
around the elongated handle as the elongated handle is in fluid
communication with the storage pod through the internal flow
system. The antiseptic dental solution that is stored within the
storage pod dispenses into the plurality of brush sets through the
internal flow system upon user's discretion so that the brushing
process of the interdental brush between the teeth is physically
able to dislodge plaque biofilm and food.
Inventors: |
Miles; Ethel Marlene;
(Fredericksburg, VA) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
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Type |
Miles; Ethel Marlene |
Fredericksburg |
VA |
US |
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Family ID: |
52426295 |
Appl. No.: |
14/452266 |
Filed: |
August 5, 2014 |
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Application
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Patent Number |
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61862331 |
Aug 5, 2013 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
15/104.94 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A46B 2200/108 20130101;
A46B 11/0041 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
15/104.94 |
International
Class: |
A46B 11/00 20060101
A46B011/00; A46B 7/04 20060101 A46B007/04 |
Claims
1. An interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution comprises:
a storage pod; an elongated handle; an internal flow system; a
plurality of brush sets; the storage pod comprises an inner
compartment; the elongated handle comprises a proximal portion and
a distal portion; the internal flow system comprises a main channel
and a plurality of vent systems; the storage pod being connected
with the elongated handle; the plurality of brush sets being
perimetrically connected around the elongated handle opposite of
the storage pod; and the storage pod and the elongated handle being
in fluid communication with each other through the internal flow
system.
2. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as claimed
in claim 1 comprises: the inner compartment being positioned within
the storage pod, wherein the inner compartment stores an antiseptic
dental solution; and the proximal portion and the distal portion
being oppositely positioned from each other along the elongated
handle.
3. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as claimed
in claim 1 comprises: the main channel concentrically traversing
into the distal portion through the proximal portion; the plurality
of vent systems being perimetrically positioned around the distal
portion; the plurality of vent systems being equally positioned
along the distal portion; and the plurality of vent systems being
in fluid communication with the main channel.
4. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as claimed
in claim 3 comprises: each of the plurality of vent systems
comprises a plurality of openings; and the plurality of openings
radially traversing into the main channel through distal
portion.
5. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as claimed
in claim 1 comprises: the plurality of brush sets being
perimetrically connected around the distal portion; and the
plurality of brush sets being interspaced between each of the
plurality of vent systems.
6. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as claimed
in claim 5 comprises: each of the plurality of brush sets comprises
a plurality of bristles; and the plurality of bristles being
radially positioned around the distal portion.
7. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as claimed
in claim 1 comprises: the proximal portion being connected with the
storage pod; and the main channel being in fluid communication with
the inner compartment, wherein an antiseptic dental solution
travels from the inner compartment to the plurality of brush sets
through the main channel and the plurality of vent systems.
8. An interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution comprises:
a storage pod; an elongated handle; an internal flow system; a
plurality of brush sets; the storage pod comprises an inner
compartment; the elongated handle comprises a proximal portion and
a distal portion; the internal flow system comprises a main channel
and a plurality of vent systems; the inner compartment being
positioned within the storage pod, wherein the inner compartment
stores an antiseptic dental solution; the proximal portion and the
distal portion being oppositely positioned from each other along
the elongated handle; the proximal portion being connected with the
storage pod; the plurality of brush sets being perimetrically
connected around the elongated handle opposite of the storage pod;
and the storage pod and the elongated handle being in fluid
communication with each other through the internal flow system.
9. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as claimed
in claim 8 comprises: the main channel concentrically traversing
into the distal portion through the proximal portion; the plurality
of vent systems being perimetrically positioned around the distal
portion; the plurality of vent systems being equally positioned
along the distal portion; and the plurality of vent systems being
in fluid communication with the main channel.
10. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as
claimed in claim 9 comprises: each of the plurality of vent systems
comprises a plurality of openings; and the plurality of openings
radially traversing into the main channel through distal
portion.
11. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as
claimed in claim 8 comprises: the plurality of brush sets being
perimetrically connected around the distal portion; and the
plurality of brush sets being interspaced between each of the
plurality of vent systems.
12. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as
claimed in claim 11 comprises: each of the plurality of brush sets
comprises a plurality of bristles; and the plurality of bristles
being radially positioned around the distal portion.
13. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as
claimed in claim 8 comprises: the main channel being in fluid
communication with the inner compartment, wherein an antiseptic
dental solution travels from the inner compartment to the plurality
of brush sets through the main channel and the plurality of vent
systems.
14. An interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution comprises:
a storage pod; an elongated handle; an internal flow system; a
plurality of brush sets; the storage pod comprises an inner
compartment; the elongated handle comprises a proximal portion and
a distal portion; the internal flow system comprises a main channel
and a plurality of vent systems; the inner compartment being
positioned within the storage pod, wherein the inner compartment
stores an antiseptic dental solution; the proximal portion and the
distal portion being oppositely positioned from each other along
the elongated handle; the proximal portion being connected with the
storage pod; the plurality of brush sets being perimetrically
connected around the elongated handle opposite of the storage pod;
the storage pod and the elongated handle being in fluid
communication with each other through the internal flow system; and
the main channel being in fluid communication with the inner
compartment, wherein an antiseptic dental solution travels from the
inner compartment to the plurality of brush sets through the main
channel and the plurality of vent systems.
15. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as
claimed in claim 14 comprises: the main channel concentrically
traversing into the distal portion through the proximal portion;
the plurality of vent systems being perimetrically positioned
around the distal portion; the plurality of vent systems being
equally positioned along the distal portion; and the plurality of
vent systems being in fluid communication with the main
channel.
16. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as
claimed in claim 15 comprises: each of the plurality of vent
systems comprises a plurality of openings; and the plurality of
openings radially traversing into the main channel through distal
portion.
17. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as
claimed in claim 14 comprises: the plurality of brush sets being
perimetrically connected around the distal portion; and the
plurality of brush sets being interspaced between each of the
plurality of vent systems.
18. The interdental brush with antiseptic dental solution as
claimed in claim 17 comprises: each of the plurality of brush sets
comprises a plurality of bristles; and the plurality of bristles
being radially positioned around the distal portion.
Description
[0001] The current application claims a priority to the U.S.
Provisional Patent application Ser. No. 61/862,331 filed on Aug. 5,
2013.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The present invention relates generally to dental
accessories, particularly those used in periodontal care. More
specifically, the present invention is an interdental brush with an
internal flow system for antiseptic dental solution that is stored
within a storage pod.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0003] Periodontal care can be considered one of the most important
fields of dentistry. This is due to the fact that periodontology
focuses on the periodontium, the supporting tissues of the teeth
including the alveolar bone, cementum, gingiva, and periodontal
ligament. Diseases and conditions of the periodontium are often
more complex than issues that primarily affect the teeth
themselves. As such, it is imperative that proper daily periodontal
care habits be practiced. Improper and/or insufficient periodontal
care can result in the accumulation of bacterial plaque biofilm
leading to subsequent diseases of the periodontium supporting the
teeth such as gingivitis and periodontitis. These diseases can
cause alveolar bone loss, tooth loss, and a multitude of additional
problems if left untreated. In addition to normal brushing and
flossing, dentists recommend utilizing accessories such as dental
floss and mouthwash to remove dental plaque biofilm forms between
teeth and below the gum line. Another effective dental accessory is
the interdental pick, a thin device that is inserted between teeth
to dislodge food and plaque biofilm as well as massage the gums.
The present invention seeks to enhance and improve upon currently
existing means of maintaining overall dental health and in
particular, periodontal health.
[0004] The present invention is an interdental brush that features
antiseptic dental solution stored within a storage pod located at
one end of the brush. The storage pod releases dental solution into
an internal flow system within the interdental brush. A plurality
of opening sets present along the length of the brush allows the
dental solution to excrete from the interior of the brush onto the
bristles. The dental solution is released by squeezing the storage
pod, causing the dental solution to exit the storage pod and
distribute through the plurality of opening sets along the length
of the brush. This may be done while the user is utilizing the
brush in the normal manner by sliding the brush between the teeth
to physically dislodge plaque biofilm and food. The dental solution
comes into contact with the bristles and the user's teeth as the
user brushes, providing an additional cleaning effect. After the
user has completed brushing, the dental solution may be spat
out.
[0005] The object of the present invention is to enhance and
improve upon current methods of maintaining periodontal hygiene
habits, particularly when removing plaque biofilm and food between
the teeth. The present invention provides users with simultaneous
mechanical and chemical cleaning of the teeth for a more thorough
effect. The dental solution works in conjunction with the
interdental brush to kill plaque that can cause tooth decay,
gingivitis, and bad breath. The interdental brush may be used after
the dental solution within the pod has been expended if the
bristles have not become too worn. The interdental brush is
disposable and may be discarded after the dental solution has been
expended and the bristles have become too worn. When used properly
and regularly, the present invention is an effective supplement to
other conventional oral hygiene practices such as brushing and
flossing.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0006] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the present invention.
[0007] FIG. 2 is a side view of the present invention.
[0008] FIG. 3 is a front view of the present invention.
[0009] FIG. 4 is a perspective internal view of the present
invention without the plurality of brush sets, wherein the broken
lines showing the inner compartment and the internal flow
system.
[0010] FIG. 5 is a side internal view of the present invention
without the plurality of brush sets, showing the in fluid
communication between the main channel and the plurality of
openings.
[0011] FIG. 6 is a front internal view of the present invention
without the plurality of brush sets.
DETAIL DESCRIPTIONS OF THE INVENTION
[0012] All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of
describing selected versions of the present invention and are not
intended to limit the scope of the present invention.
[0013] The present invention is an interdental brush that provides
mechanical cleaning as well as chemical cleaning in the form of an
antiseptic dental solution. As shown in FIG. 1, the present
invention comprises a storage pod 1, an elongated handle 3, an
internal flow system 6, and a plurality of brush sets 10. In
reference to the general configuration of the present invention,
the storage pod 1 is connected with the elongated handle 3 from an
end, and the plurality of brush sets 10 is perimetrically connected
around the elongated handle 3 opposite of the storage pod 1. The
antiseptic dental solution is stored within the storage pod 1 and
can be released at the user's discretion during the brushing
process as the storage pod 1 and the elongated handle 3 are in
fluid communication with each other through the internal flow
system 6.
[0014] Referring to FIGS. 4-6, the storage pod 1 comprises an inner
compartment 2 as the hollow interior space of the storage pod 1
forms the inner compartment 2. The inner compartment 2 is normally
filled with the antiseptic dental solution so that the antiseptic
dental solution can be easily dispensed into the internal flow
system 6 by squeezing the storage pod 1. As a result, the storage
pod 1 is made from soft, elastic, and flexible material so that a
user of the present invention is able to squeeze out the antiseptic
dental solution with a small amount of pressure. For example, the
user can easily dispense the antiseptic dental solution by
utilizing two fingers and applying pressure. Even though the
storage pod 1 is preferably formed into a bulb-shaped, the storage
pod 1 of the present invention can include, but is not limited to,
any other type of geometric and organic shapes.
[0015] In reference to FIGS. 4 and FIG. 5, the elongated handle 3
functions as the base member for the storage pod 1 and the
plurality of brush sets 10. In addition to the storage pod 1 and
the plurality of brush sets 10, the elongated handle 3 also
utilities the internal flow system 6 within. The elongated handle 3
comprises a proximal portion 4 and a distal portion 5, where the
proximal portion 4 and the distal portion 5 are oppositely
positioned from each other along the elongated handle 3. The
elongated handle 3 is made from rigid material so that the
elongated handle 3 is able to withstand the pressure applied during
the brushing process. The proximal portion 4 is connected with the
storage pod 1 in such a way that the distal portion 5 is oppositely
positioned from the storage pod 1 along the elongated handle 3. The
elongated handle 3 is of a sufficient length that a user may
comfortably utilize the elongated handle 3 to physically dislodge
plaque biofilm and food between the teeth. The elongated handle 3
is of a sufficient thickness such that the elongated handle 3 may
comfortably slot into the narrow spacing present between teeth.
[0016] In reference to FIGS. 4 and FIG. 5, the internal flow system
6 that retrieves the antiseptic dental solution from the storage
pod 1 comprises a main channel 7 and a plurality of vent systems 8.
The main channel 7 is concentrically traversed into the distal
portion 5 through the proximal portion 4, where the main channel 7
is in fluid communication with the inner compartment 2. The
plurality of vent systems 8 is perimetrically positioned around the
distal portion 5 and equally spaced along the distal portion 5. The
plurality of vent systems 8 is in fluid communication with the main
channel 7 throughout the elongated handle 3. More specifically,
each of the plurality of vent systems 8 comprises a plurality of
openings 9 so that the plurality of openings 9 is able to create
multiple outlets within each of the plurality of vent systems 8. In
order to complete the in fluid communication between the plurality
of vent systems 8 and the main channel 7, the plurality of openings
9 is radially traversed into the main channel 7 through the distal
portion 5. As a result, the internal flow system 6 is able to
dispense the antiseptic dental solution from the inner compartment
2 to the exterior environment.
[0017] Referring to FIGS. 1-3, the plurality of brush sets 10 is
perimetrically connected around the distal portion 5. More
specifically, the plurality of brush sets 10 is arranged around the
circumference of the distal portion 5 and along the length of the
distal portion 5 in such a way that the plurality of brush sets 10
is interspaced between each of the plurality of vent systems 8 at
equal intervals with a small amount of space located between each
of the plurality of vent systems 8. Additionally, each of the
plurality of brush sets 10 comprises a plurality of bristles 11
that is radially positioned around the distal portion 5. Similar to
the conventional toothbrushes and other interdental brushes/picks,
the plurality of bristles 11 may vary in terms of hardness. For
example, various embodiments of the present invention may be
available featuring soft, medium, and hard bristles 11 based on
user preferences.
[0018] A user may dispense the antiseptic dental solution from the
storage pod 1 and into the internal flow system 6 of the present
invention. Squeezing of the storage pod 1 causes the antiseptic
dental solution to exit the storage pod 1 and enter the main
channel 7 of the internal flow system 6. The antiseptic dental
solution then travels along the main channel 7 and exits the
internal flow system 6 through the plurality of vent systems 8.
More specifically, the antiseptic dental solution exits through the
plurality of openings 9 that is located along the length of the
distal portion 5. The antiseptic dental solution is preferably in
gel form to prevent immediate wastage upon expulsion from the
plurality of openings 9.
[0019] In an alternative embodiment of the present invention, the
plurality of vent systems 8 is adjacently positioned with the
proximal portion 4 as the plurality of openings 9 radially
traverses into the main channel 7 through the distal portion 5.
Additionally, the plurality of brush sets 10 is adjacently
positioned with the plurality of vent systems 8 as the plurality of
brush sets 10 arranges around and along the distal portion 5. In an
another alternative embodiment of the present invention, the
storage pod 1 can be removably attached with the elongated handle 3
from an end so that a user can easily attached and detach the
storage pod 1 from the elongated handle 3.
[0020] The present invention is used by sliding the elongated
handle 3 into the narrow spacing between teeth to physically
dislodge plaque biofilm and food between the teeth. The storage pod
1 is squeezed at the user's discretion to dispense various
quantities of antiseptic dental solution from the storage pod 1
onto the plurality of brush sets 10 as the user goes through the
brushing process. As a result, the antiseptic dental solution kills
plaque that causes tooth decay, gingivitis, and bad breath. The
present invention may be used to provide solely mechanical cleaning
after the antiseptic dental solution within the storage pod 1 has
been expelled, providing that the plurality of bristles 11 has not
become too worn. The present invention is easily disposable after
the plurality of brush sets 10 has become unusable.
[0021] The object of the present invention is to provide
simultaneous mechanical and chemical cleaning in order to better
maintain periodontal hygiene as well as oral hygiene as a whole.
When used properly and on a regular basis, the present invention
serves as an effective supplement to other conventional practices
such as brushing. The present invention enhances and improves upon
existing dental accessories. In particular, interdental picks and
brushes are already highly favored over conventional dental floss
due to their superior ease of use and superior effectiveness in
removing plaque biofilm and food lodged between teeth. The present
invention incorporates the additional factor of chemical cleaning
into the interdental brushes and picks to improve their
effectiveness in periodontal hygiene.
[0022] Although the invention has been explained in relation to its
preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that many other
possible modifications and variations can be made without departing
from the spirit and scope of the invention as hereinafter
claimed.
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