Toothbrush
US6374448B2 · kind B2 · utility
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20Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 12, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 12, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA46B7/08
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention relates to a brush, in particular a toothbrush, comprising a brush body carrying cleaning elements and a perforated plate through which the cleaning elements are projecting. A brush which is improved in terms of hygiene is created by the present invention in that the cleaning elements are arranged on a bristle carrier which is in threaded engagement with the brush body, and that the perforated plate is rotatably held on the brush body. Furthermore, the present invention suggests a bristle insert as a replacement part for said brush.
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