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Toothbrush with an electric circuit

US7857620B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 30, 2007
Grant dateDec 28, 2010
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Expiry dateNov 5, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61C19/06
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A toothbrush having a circuit for improving oral cavity health, displaying innovative light performance, allowing easy operation and reduced production cost. The toothbrush includes an electronic circuit disposed within a handle of the toothbrush, a power source, a light source, and a device to release ions. Ions are automatically generated within an oral cavity when a user holds the handle and wets the toothbrush with water, thus helping to maintain oral hygiene and providing a dazzling light performance emitted from the handle.

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