Applicator device

EP4725360A3Pending Publication Date: 2026-06-17TRISA HLDG AG
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Patent Information

Application Number
EP2026161864
Authority / Receiving Office
EP · EP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2017-09-19
Filing Date
2018-09-06
Publication Date
2026-06-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing interdental cleaners and applicators often have anatomically unfavorable designs that can cause gum injuries, are not very versatile, and are expensive to manufacture.

Method used

An applicator device with a base body partially formed from a first plastic component, overmolded by a softer second plastic component, featuring outwardly projecting cleaning elements, and a manufacturing method using a modular injection mold with separate cavities for the first and second plastic components, allowing for interchangeable designs and additional functions.

Benefits of technology

The solution provides a versatile, efficient, and cost-effective applicator device that protects gums during use while ensuring high cleaning effectiveness and allows for customizable designs and additional functionalities.

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Abstract

The present invention relates to an applicator device with a top and a bottom and with at least one holding section (2), at least one working tip (4) and a neck section (3) connecting the holding section (2) and the working tip (4), comprising a base body (10) which is at least partially formed from a first plastic component, wherein the base body (10) is at least partially overmolded by at least a second plastic component which is softer than the first plastic component, wherein in the region of the working tip (4) the at least one second plastic component at least partially encases the base body (10) and wherein the encasement (33) comprises outwardly projecting cleaning elements (35a, 35b).
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