Oral care implement
US7594293B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | Sep 29, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA46B2200/1066
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
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.
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