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Dental water jet irrigator handle

US8808209B2 · kind B2 · utility

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17Claims
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Filing dateJun 25, 2010
Grant dateAug 19, 2014
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Expiry dateFeb 17, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF04B49/24
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An irrigator handle to be used with a water jet apparatus for cleaning gums and teeth includes a visual indicator to let a user know when a tip has been properly attached to the handle. The handle in some embodiments also includes an audible indicator to let the user know when the tip has been properly attached. The handle has a pause button attached to plunger to restrict water flow when the pause button is depressed.

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