Patent ID: 7104266
Filing Date: 2006-09-12
Classification: A61C

Abstract:
1. A flossing tool for use with flossing string, the flossing tool including: a handle having first and second ends; a head at the first end of the handle and having a first arm extending outwardly to a first distal end and a second arm extending outwardly to a second distal end, the first and second distal ends adapted to support flossing string therebetween, and a tensioner slidable longitudinally on the handle and having a clamp with jaws, the tensioner being movable between a first position for freely receiving ends of the flossing string in the jaws and a second position for securing the ends of the flossing string in the jaws, the tensioner further movable longitudinally on the handle to tension the flossing string.