Patent ID: 7251849
Filing Date: 2007-08-07
Classification: A46B

Abstract:
1. A toothbrush head comprising: a first surface, a second outer surface opposite the first surface and an opening defined therebetween; a plurality of first cleaning elements extending from the first surface; and a carrier including a restricted end and a second cleaning element opposite the restricted end, the carrier movably mounted within the opening, the second cleaning element movable relative to the first surface; wherein the opening comprises a constriction that represents the smallest cross-section of the opening and that retains the carrier in the opening or prevents the carrier from passing through the second surface; wherein the restricted end of the carrier is positioned between said constriction and a plane defined along said second outer surface; and wherein the carrier enables movement of the second cleaning element from a first position perpendicular to the first surface, to a second position angled relative to the first surface.