Patent ID: 6047712
Filing Date: 2000-04-11
Classification: A61C

Abstract:
A floss dispenser adapted to be mounted on a toothpaste dispenser of predetermined bottom configuration, said floss dispenser comprising:(a) a one-piece housing of molded plastic construction having a peripheral contour to match the predetermined bottom configuration of the toothpaste dispenser;(b) said housing having a base with a peripheral base wall and a slot in the peripheral base wall;(c) said base with peripheral base wall having a door hinged to said base, said hinged door having a peripheral contour to match the predetermined bottom configuration of the toothpaste dispenser;(d) said door hinged to said base for rotational movement for covering and exposing said slot;(e) a cutter mounted on said door;(f) said housing with said base having at least one boss adapted to receive a dental floss spool;(g) said housing having a means for attaching the housing to the bottom of the toothpaste dispenser.