Dental flosser and dental floss
US4827952A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 27, 1987 |
| Grant date | May 9, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 27, 2007 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C15/046
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A dental flosser is described wherein a pair of floss-holding arms can be moved in parallel motion so as to enhance the cleaning action of a dental floss. The dental floss is provided with beads that releasably engage the arm ends in tension in a manner so that vigorous action of the dental flosser does not release the floss, yet enables its easy removal after use. The dental flosser is formed of a convenient unitary plastic structure in which movable components are affixed with live hinges. Various beaded dental floss forms are described.
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