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Oral care implement

US8322939B2 · kind B2 · utility

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23Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 12, 2007
Grant dateDec 4, 2012
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Expiry dateDec 15, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA46B2200/1066
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An oral care implement includes a material that invokes a sensory response when in contact with tissues or surfaces of a mouth of a user. In one embodiment, the material is provided in a two-dimensional or three-dimensional shape indicative of visually communicating the response to the user. The oral care implement may also include a soft tissue cleaner provided with the sensory material.

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