JPH0542016A - Toothbrush - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To stimulate brain to help the development of the cerebrum and concurrently to exert a favorable influence upon teeth by applying a brush to a part of the outer bottom part of a U-shaped groove type base by forming the end of the outer bottom part with the brush applied thereto into a gentle curve, and by putting the outer bottom part on a finger and then using that part. CONSTITUTION:A U-shaped groove type base 1 is formed by the use of elastic material and a brush 2 is applied to a part of the outer bottom part of the U-shaped groove base 1. This toothbrush is attached to a finger when it is used. For example, when the toothbrush is attached to a forefinger, the end of the curve 3 and the tip of the finger are directed in the same direction, the finger is put into the U-shaped groove so that the internal part of the finger is fitted to the inside of the U-shaped groove, and the rounded finger tip is made to adhere to the inside of the gentle curve 3. Thus, the toothbrush is set to the finger. When the toothbrush is attached to the finger for cleaning teeth, the teeth can be brushed while the unevenness of the teeth is felt by the internal part of the finger tip and the simultaneous and integral feel in the finger and mouth gives a rest to a mind, helps the development of a cerebrum and exerts a favorable influence upon the teeth.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

[Outline] The present invention relates to a toothbrush. today,
Many people are aiming for a lively society in which the health of not only individuals but also families is kept in mind. Enjoy conversation and cherish mutual communication. Nowadays, when it is said to be a gourmet era, there are more and more opportunities to eat out, so keep your teeth healthy. There is a great deal of interest in teeth, as they are said to clean teeth, oral hygiene and etiquette. There are many places and opportunities for activities, and it is spreading to the mountains, the sea, and even space. The present invention has been invented against the background of these times, and its form is simple, small, and lightweight. Therefore, it is not bulky when placed in the washroom, is convenient to carry, and can be used easily when going out.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art A conventional toothbrush is a brush having a rod shape of about 16 to 17 cm. This is suitable for preparing at home, etc., and is inconvenient for carrying when going out,
It's too big and too messy to put it in your bag or in your pocket. Further, since the brush is a rod brush, it is difficult for the brush to reach complex tooth irregularities when brushing teeth.

[0003]

[Structure and Usage] The present invention uses an elastic material and has a U-shaped groove as a base (1) as shown in FIG. A brush (2) is applied to a part of the outer bottom of the U-shaped groove base (1). Furthermore, the brushed end (2) has a gentle curved shape (3). The toothbrush of the present invention is used by attaching it to a finger. For example, when the finger is attached to the index finger, the end of the curved line (3) and the tip of the finger are in the same direction, and the finger is inserted so that the abdomen of the finger fits inside the U-shaped groove. At this time, the roundness of the tip of the finger is brought into close contact with the inside of the gentle curved shape (3). After the fingers are inserted into the U-shaped groove in this way, the side surface (4) of the U-shaped groove base is gently held in a natural shape with the thumb. The toothbrush of the present invention is now set on the finger and can be brushed like a conventional rod-shaped toothbrush.

[0004]

The solid line in FIG. 2 is a front view of the U-shaped groove base (1) in its original form, and the dotted line is the U-shape when a finger thicker than the original shape of the U-shaped groove is inserted into the groove. It shows the spread of the groove.
The left and right arrows indicate the original restoring force of the expanded U-shaped groove. Due to this soft return force, the base sticks to the finger placed in the groove, and the toothbrush consisting of the U-shaped groove base does not fall off the finger.

[0005]

[Advantage] As seen in the previous section, when the finger is placed in the U-shaped groove, due to the flexibility of the groove expansion and the restoring force, the U-shaped groove base is formed in the shape of each finger. Adapts. Therefore, it can be used widely regardless of the thin and thick fingers.
Of course, the U-shaped groove is different from the tubular shape, and one side is open. Therefore, the present invention toothbrush including the U-shaped groove is
Very easy to put on your fingers. The U-shaped groove is a structurally excellent form. Therefore, in the present invention, the base U-shaped groove can be formed as a thin plate having a thickness of 1 mm or less. Furthermore, even if a relatively soft elastic material is used, it is easy to maintain the original molding form of the object.

[0006]

[Effect] When a person is nervous, they bit their nails or press their mouths, which is said to be a manifestation of a desire to be relieved of anxiety. In the present invention, a brush made of a U-shaped groove base is attached to a finger to brush teeth, and the gesture of putting the finger in the mouth is just like the sucking of a finger of an infant. As can be seen from the preceding advantage section, the toothbrush of the present invention can be molded using a soft elastic material and a thin base having a thickness of 1 mm or less. You can brush your teeth while feeling the unevenness of the teeth on the front abdomen. At the same time, of course, you can feel the brush of the brush with your teeth and gums. In this way, the series of feelings on the fingertips, teeth, and gums greatly stimulates the brain and assists the development of the cerebrum, which at the same time has a positive effect on the teeth. In any case, the feel of the finger and the mouth at the same time gives a rest to the heart of a person, and is especially essential for the physical and mental growth of the child.

[0007]

[Function] According to the present invention, the brushed end has a gentle curved shape (3). This gentle curved shape makes it easier for the brush to reach between the cheeks and the narrow spaces between the teeth when brushing the back teeth.
Furthermore, the state that the brush reaches between the cheeks and the teeth can be felt at the fingertips through the brush. The teeth are different for each person and have a large individual difference. Not all people have well-aligned teeth, but there are more people who have unhealthy teeth. In recent years, the habit of biting hard things has been lost, which slows the development of the jaw and has a negative effect on the teeth and teeth. There are many irregular teeth with irregularities and malocclusions, and there are various kinds such as tooth decay, tooth with agitation, single tooth, and jump tooth. To keep these teeth clean and long lasting, careful care is required.
For that purpose, it is important to brush each tooth while checking each tooth while feeling the unevenness of the teeth.

[0008]

[Cleaning and manners] A toothbrush is a device that cleans the inside of the mouth, so it is very easy to get dirty. It is important that it can be easily washed with water after use and that it is well drained and dries quickly. Since the present invention is small and has a U-shaped groove, it is easy to keep it clean. Human movements are of interest to those around them, sometimes laughing but sometimes uncomfortable. When using the toothbrush of the present invention, care can be taken in places such as washrooms where other people are present, by gently covering one's mouth with one open hand and seeking for elegant behaviour.

[0009]

EXAMPLE A notched space (5) shown in the perspective view of FIG.
Is an embodiment provided for facilitating the refraction of the finger placed in the U-shaped groove. The opposite side surfaces of (6) and (7) serve to pinch the finger from both sides and hold it with the thumb. It is convenient for

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a front view showing the flexibility of the U-shaped groove base of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 is a U-shaped groove base 2 is a brush 3 is curved 4 is a side surface of a U-shaped groove base 5 is a notch space 6 is a facing side surface 7 is a facing side surface

Claims (2)

[Claims] 1. A toothbrush in which a brush (2) is applied to a part of the outer bottom of a U-shaped groove base (1). 2. The toothbrush according to claim 1, wherein the end of the outer bottom portion provided with the brush (2) has a gentle curved shape (3).