Patent ID: 6283751
Filing Date: 2001-09-04
Classification: A46B,A46D,A61C

Abstract:
An interproximal gingival stimulator and cleaner for use in areas between a tooth and interproximal gingival papilla, comprising:an elongated handle having a proximal end, a distal end, and upper surface and a lower surface;a plurality of fibers attached to and extending from the upper surface of the distal end of the handle, the fibers having a predetermined length and being arranged such that their free ends generally form a ""V"" shaped pattern and which generally conforms to the shape of the interdental papilla;the fibers being further arranged such that those forming the narrow convergent portion of the ""V"" shaped pattern extend farther outwardly from the handle than the rest of the fibers, and further being arranged such that the fibers gradually shorten in length from the narrow convergent portion of the ""V"" to the ends of the ""V"", such that a graduated transition is formed between the longer and shorter fibers.