# US 10,368,632 B2 · Simultaneous flossing and brushing device > Agents: this data is available as JSON from the patentgrep API and MCP server — see https://patentgrep.com/llms.txt - Number: US 10,368,632 B2 - Document ID: US10368632B2 - Status: Granted - Kind: B2 - Application number: 15/603,433 - Filed: 2017-05-23 - Published: 2017-09-07 - Granted: 2019-08-06 - Earliest claimed: 2012-08-08 - Applicants: Christopher V. Beckman - Inventors: Christopher V. Beckman - Web page: https://patentgrep.com/patent/US10368632B2 ## CPC - A46B 11/0041: {Flexible or deformable reservoirs, e.g. resilient bulbs, compressible tubes} - A46B 9/005: {where the brushing material is not made of bristles, e.g. sponge, rubber or paper} - A46B 9/045: {specially adapted for cleaning a plurality of tooth surfaces simultaneously} - A46B 11/0062: {Brushes where the reservoir is specifically intended for being refilled when empty} - A46B 13/04: with reservoir or other means for supplying substances - A46B 15/0004: {with a controlling means} - A61C 15/046: {Flossing tools} - A61D 5/00: Instruments for treating animals' teeth - A46B 2200/1086: Toothbrush for cleaning animal teeth specifically - A46B: BRUSHES (handles not integral with brushware B25G) - A61C: DENTISTRY; APPARATUS OR METHODS FOR ORAL OR DENTAL HYGIENE (non-driven toothbrushes A46B; {tongue scrapers A61B17/24;} preparations for dentistry A61K6/00; preparations for cleaning the teeth or mouth A61K8/00, A61Q11/00) - A61D: VETERINARY INSTRUMENTS, IMPLEMENTS, TOOLS, OR METHODS ## Abstract A device adapted for brushing and flossing each of a user's teeth simultaneously is disclosed. Many methods and modes for the device's use are also set forth. In some embodiments, the device is custom-fitted to each user, based on molds, impressions or other 3-dimensional imaging techniques, allowing for a more effective, rapid brushing experience. Customized flossing lines, comprising a wide variety of materials and cleansing products, are set forth in exemplary detail. A specialized handle is set forth, configured for maintaining easy access to controls while leaving the device in place in a user's mouth while cleaning, hands-free. ## Claims ### Claim 1 A dental hygiene device comprising: a set of at least one channel(s) configured to accept each of a mammalian user's teeth; wherein said set of at least one channel(s) comprises flossing lines configured to penetrate and pass material between teeth of said mammalian user; a control system, comprising a power source, computer hardware and motors; at least one brush(es) at least partially lining said channel(s), configured to be driven by said motors; and wherein said control system is configured to activate said motors based on a user-issued command. ### Claim 2 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein the user-issued command comprises a user biting into said at least one channel(s), which is sensed by the control system. ### Claim 3 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein the user-issued command comprises a user touching a button on the outer surface of said device. ### Claim 4 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein the user-issued command comprises both: a user biting into said at least one channel(s), which is sensed by the control system; and a user touching a button on the outer surface of said device. ### Claim 5 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein said flossing lines comprise dental floss. ### Claim 6 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein said flossing lines comprise flossing projections. ### Claim 7 (depends on 6) The dental hygiene device of claim 6, wherein said flossing lines comprise ejection ports configured to eject fluid(s). ### Claim 8 (depends on 7) The dental hygiene device of claim 7, wherein said ejection ports are configured to pulse said fluids during ejection of said fluids. ### Claim 9 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein said dental hygiene device is configured to generate vibrations to clean a user's teeth. ### Claim 10 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein said dental hygiene device is configured to generate ultrasound to clean a user's teeth. ### Claim 11 (depends on 10) The dental hygiene device of claim 10, wherein said dental hygiene device is configured to be operated in a plurality of modes controlled by said control system. ### Claim 12 (depends on 11) The dental hygiene device of claim 11, wherein any of said plurality of modes may be selected by a user of said dental hygiene device. ### Claim 13 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein said dental hygiene device is configured to be operated in a plurality of modes controlled by said control system. ### Claim 14 (depends on 13) The dental hygiene device of claim 13, wherein any of said plurality of modes may be selected by a user of said dental hygiene device. ### Claim 15 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein said dental hygiene device comprises a handle. ### Claim 16 (depends on 15) The dental hygiene device of claim 15, wherein said handle is curved. ### Claim 17 (depends on 16) The dental hygiene device of claim 16, wherein said handle is crescent-shaped. ### Claim 18 (depends on 15) The dental hygiene device of claim 15, wherein said handle comprises at least one button configured to issue commands to said control system. ### Claim 19 (depends on 1) The dental hygiene device of claim 1, wherein said set of at least one channel(s) is U-shaped. ### Claim 20 (depends on 19) The dental hygiene device of claim 19, wherein said set of at least one channel(s) is custom-fitted to a user's teeth.