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US 6,743,015 B2Granted
Iontophoretic apparatus
OwnerThomas J. Magnaniinventor
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Abstract
Iontophoretic devices for treating dentin hypersensitivity are provided. One device includes a housing, an electric current source, and a replaceable cartridge mounted to or in the housing. The cartridge includes (1) a container containing an iontophoretic solution and (2) an applicator assembly fixed to the container. The assembly has a tip portion that is in electrical and fluid communication with the solution. Also provided is an iontophoretic toothbrush that includes an applicator assembly that has a brush with improved bristles.
Claims11
An iontophoretic apparatus comprising:
- an iontophoretic solution contained inside a container, said container comprising a base and having a mouth set apart, along a longitudinal direction, from said base;
- an electric current source in electrical communication with said solution;
- an applicator tip in contact with said solution;
- an elongated wicking element having a first end and a second end, said wicking element elongated along said longitudinal direction, said first end immersed in said solution, said second end configured to deliver said solution to a point outside of said container;
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- an applicator assembly configured to support said applicator tip and fixed to said container.
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