Patent ID: 7430776
Filing Date: 2008-10-07
Classification: A61C

Abstract:
1. A powered toothbrush comprising: a handle portion having a neck formed at one end; and a head coupled to the neck, the head including: a first carrier coupled to the head and operatively connected to a drive mechanism for moving the first carrier in a first path of motion, the first carrier having at least one of a plurality of bristles and an elastomeric cleaning member extending therefrom; and a second carrier coupled to the head, the second carrier being formed of an elastomeric material and having at least one of a plurality of bristles and an elastomeric cleaning member extending outwardly from an upper surface of the second carrier, the second carrier being constructed so that upon application of a force to the upper surface thereof, the second carrier moves in a second path of motion that is different from the first path of motion; wherein the second carrier includes a platform extending across the head and an integral body portion that extends above the platform, an upper surface of the body portion supporting at least some of the at least one of bristles and the elastomeric cleaning member of the second carrier, the body portion defining a cavity therein to permit the body portion to deform upon application of the force.