Device and Device Kit With Dual Tank For Oral Use, Cartridge, Tank and Related Manufacture and Assembling Method

Abstract

A device for oral use includes at least two removable members, namely: a cartridge for containing a first fluid component to be dispensed; and a deformable tank for containing a second propulsion fluid component. The device can be assembled into at least two separate configurations: a first configuration forming a self-contained toothbrush with an interchangeable cartridge, wherein the cartridge is provided between the deformable tank and a toothbrush head end piece in order to permit the discharge of the first and optionally the second fluid components entirely or partially through a same continuous channel; and a second configuration defining a dual-component food dispenser in which the cartridge is connected to the deformable tank so as to permit the discharge of the first and optionally the second fluid components towards an oral dispensing end piece integrated or added on the device, entirely or partially through a same continuous channel.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This Application is a Section 371 National Stage Application of International Application No. PCT / EP2008 / 054290, filed Apr. 9, 2008 and published as WO 2008 / 135336 on Nov. 13, 2008, not in English.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]None.THE NAMES OF PARTIES TO A JOINT RESEARCH AGREEMENT[0003]None.FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE[0004]The field of the disclosure is that of single-use and / or refillable, portable or disposable fluid dispensers for oral hygiene applications, or for orally dispensing food and / or parapharmaceutical products.[0005]More precisely, the disclosure applies primarily, but not exclusively, to dental hygiene devices, however it likewise finds application in connection with liquid food and / or parapharmaceutical product dispensers.BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSURE[0006]All dentists are in agreement in saying that it is recommended to brush one's teeth several times a day. However, it is often difficul...

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Benefits of technology

[0015]Thus, the general principle of an embodiment of the invention is based on the modularity of the oral device, which can assume two separate configurations each having a particular function, one configuration being capable of promoting the use of the other, and vice versa. The device further enables the selective dispensing of either a first, or successively two constituents, when mechanical pressure is exerted on the deformable tank by a user of the device.

[0016]In addition, the toothbrush configuration enables a user to brush their teeth without having to be in proximity to a water supply point or even having a rinsing liquid available (the latter being contained inside the deformable tank, for example).

[0030]In this way, when in possession of a kit, the user can use the device according to the two aforesaid configurations, without need of any other additional element.

[0033]The protective tab thus enables the constituent of the cartridge from being degraded upon contact with the ambient air.

[0034]In addition, the protective tab likewise enables any loss of the constituent to be prevented.

[0036]In this way, inserting a ball into the storage and conveying channel of the internal cavity, between the supplying fluid and the propulsion fluid, makes it possible, in particular, to regulate and limit the flow rate of the fluid propellant.

Problems solved by technology

However, it is often difficult, or even impossible, for people to perform such brushing, in particular because of the constraints of modern life.

. . ), and have difficulty accessing their personal effects during the course of the day.

However, one disadvantage of these travel toothbrushes lies in the necessity for the user to access a water supply point, preferably equipped with a nearby wash basin, in order for the person to be capable of rinsing their mouth after brushing, and to dispose of the toothpaste.

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