An electric toothbrush storage device

By incorporating water holes, water guide columns, and a sterilization module into the electric toothbrush storage device, the problem of bacteria growth due to residual water in electric toothbrushes is solved. This achieves effective water drainage and sterilization of the brush head, improving the user experience and storage convenience.

CN224291497UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-29JEREH C CREATE TECHNOLOGY CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
JEREH C CREATE TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-18
Publication Date
2026-05-29

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Technical Problem

Traditional electric toothbrushes cannot effectively drain the water left behind after use, which can easily breed bacteria and is inconvenient to store, affecting the user experience.

Method used

An electric toothbrush storage device was designed, comprising an upper component and a lower component. By setting a water outlet and a water guide column structure at the bottom of the box, combined with a sterilization module, water can be effectively discharged and the brush head can be sterilized and disinfected. The device is sealed by silicone interference fit.

Benefits of technology

It effectively drains residual water, prevents bacterial growth, provides convenient storage and sterilization functions, enhances the user experience, and also has charging and dustproof functions.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of electric toothbrush storage devices, belong to toothbrush technical field, including upper assembly, lower assembly and bottom cover, the lower assembly is connected with bottom cover, the upper assembly and lower assembly interference fit;Box groove is equipped inside the lower assembly, the box groove is used to accommodate and fix electric toothbrush main body, and the box groove is connected with bottom cover, the bottom of box groove is arc face setting, and water outlet hole one is opened in the lowest place of box groove, the bottom cover is equipped with water outlet hole two being communicated with water outlet hole one. The utility model discharges residual water to outside by water outlet hole one and water outlet hole two, to reduce the possibility of water accumulation, ensure the drying of electric toothbrush, avoid the mildew and stink of residual water mark of electric toothbrush, to reduce the breeding of bacteria.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of toothbrush technology, and in particular to an electric toothbrush storage device. Background Technology

[0002] Toothbrushes, as an essential item in daily life, play a vital role in protecting dental health. Rechargeable electric toothbrushes are the mainstream product in the electric toothbrush market. Electric toothbrushes typically consist of replaceable brush heads, a main body that forms the handle, and a battery housed within the main body. Traditional electric toothbrushes, using a motor, battery, and smart controls independently, are limited in function, inconvenient to store, and prone to bacterial growth when exposed to air after use, resulting in a poor user experience. Furthermore, water residue on the toothbrush cannot drain properly after use, leading to buildup and further bacterial growth in a damp environment. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention addresses the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing an electric toothbrush storage device.

[0004] The technical solution of this utility model to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows:

[0005] An electric toothbrush storage device includes an upper component, a lower component, and a bottom cover. The lower component is connected to the bottom cover, and the upper and lower components are interference-fitted. The lower component has a groove inside for accommodating and fixing the electric toothbrush body. The groove is connected to the bottom cover. The bottom of the groove is arc-shaped, and a water outlet hole is provided at the lowest point of the groove. The bottom cover has a second water outlet hole that communicates with the first water outlet hole.

[0006] Furthermore, the box groove is also provided with a water guide column corresponding to the position of the water outlet. The water guide column is hollow and communicates with the water outlet.

[0007] Furthermore, the bottom cover is also provided with a water guide column two corresponding to the position of the water outlet two. The water guide column two is hollow and communicates with the water outlet two.

[0008] Furthermore, the inner diameter of the second water guide column is larger than the outer diameter of the first water guide column, and the second water guide column is sleeved on the outside of the first water guide column.

[0009] Furthermore, the cross-sections of both the first and second water outlets are funnel-shaped.

[0010] Furthermore, the lower component is provided with silicone at one end where it connects to the upper component, and the lower component and the upper component form an interference fit through the silicone.

[0011] Furthermore, the upper component is also equipped with a sterilization module for sterilizing the brush head of the electric toothbrush.

[0012] Furthermore, the sterilization module is one or more of the following: ultraviolet sterilization, ozone sterilization, plasma sterilization, high-temperature sterilization, chemical sterilization, ultrasonic sterilization, and electrolytic water sterilization.

[0013] Furthermore, the upper component is provided with a button, which is electrically connected to the sterilization module and is used to turn the sterilization module on or off.

[0014] In summary, compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the above technical solution are:

[0015] (1) The electric toothbrush storage device provided by this utility model has an arc surface structure for the box groove, and a water outlet hole one is opened at the lowest position. A water outlet hole two corresponding to the position of the water outlet hole one is opened on the bottom cover. The water remaining on the electric toothbrush can be directly discharged to the outside through the water outlet hole one and the water outlet hole two to reduce the possibility of water accumulation, ensure the dryness of the electric toothbrush, and prevent the water stains remaining on the electric toothbrush from becoming moldy and smelly.

[0016] (2) The electric toothbrush storage device provided by this utility model has space in both the upper and lower components to accommodate the electric toothbrush. The lower component is mainly used to fix the electric toothbrush and charge it. The sterilization module on the upper component is mainly used to sterilize and disinfect the brush head of the electric toothbrush and also serves as a mouthwash cup.

[0017] (3) The electric toothbrush storage device provided by this utility model uses a silicone forward and reverse extrusion adsorption structure. When the upper component is pressed down, it forms an interference fit with the outer silicone of the lower component, thereby ensuring that the upper and lower components can only be pulled apart after force is applied, and water will not leak to the outside. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a partial view of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of section A;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram highlighting the structure of the water outlet hole in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 7 The cross-sectional view of the first water guide column, the first water outlet, the second water guide column, and the second water outlet is shown in the embodiment of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0025] Figure 8 The cross-sectional view of the first water guide column, the first water outlet, the second water guide column, and the second water outlet is shown in the embodiment of this utility model. Figure 2 .

[0026] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 1. Upper component; 2. Lower component; 3. Bottom cover; 4. Box slot; 5. Charging interface; 6. Sterilization module; 7. Button; 8. Water outlet one; 9. Water guide column one; 10. Water outlet two; 11. Water guide column two. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The principles and features of this utility model are described below with reference to all the accompanying drawings. The examples given are only for explaining this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.

[0028] This utility model discloses an electric toothbrush storage device.

[0029] Reference Figures 1-8 An electric toothbrush storage device includes an upper component 1, a lower component 2, and a bottom cover 3. The lower component 2 is connected to the bottom cover 3. The upper component 1 and the lower component 2 are connected by a silicone interference fit. The silicone is located at the end of the lower component 2 near the upper component 1. The upper component 1 and the lower component 2 are sealed by mutual compression and fastening. The upper component 1 and the lower component 2 can only be pulled apart with force, and water inside the cup will not leak out. The lower component 2 has a groove 4 inside, which is used to accommodate and fix the electric toothbrush body. The lower component 2 is mainly used to fix the electric toothbrush, while the bottom cover 3 is provided with a charging interface 5 for charging the electric toothbrush. The groove 4 is connected to the bottom cover 3. The principle and installation method of the electric toothbrush are existing technologies, and this embodiment will not elaborate on them.

[0030] The upper component 1 also includes a sterilization module 6 for sterilizing the brush head of the electric toothbrush. Further, the sterilization module 6 is one or more of the following: ultraviolet sterilization, ozone sterilization, plasma sterilization, high-temperature sterilization, chemical sterilization, ultrasonic sterilization, and electrolytic water sterilization. The upper component 1 is equipped with a touch-sensitive button 7, which is electrically connected to the sterilization module 6 and used to turn the sterilization module 6 on or off. The sterilization module 6 can cover the entire area of ​​the electric toothbrush head for sterilization.

[0031] The upper component 1 not only has a sterilization function, but also a storage function, that is, it stores the brush head and the handle of the electric toothbrush. On the one hand, it can sterilize, and on the other hand, it can prevent dust. When the upper component 1 is removed, it can also be used as a mouthwash cup, so users do not need to prepare a separate mouthwash cup when brushing their teeth. The upper component 1 has multiple functions.

[0032] The upper component 1 is integrally molded from food-grade transparent ABS material. When the sterilization module 6 uses ultraviolet sterilization, the UV lamp disinfects the electric toothbrush head through the transparent part, avoiding scattering light from the side of the UV lamp that could reach the naked eye. The outer parts of the upper component 1 are composed of solid-color light-blocking structures, ensuring the consistency and drop resistance of the entire upper component 1. It should be noted that the electrical connection between the sterilization module 6 and the button 7 is prior art, and its principle will not be explained in this embodiment. At the same time, the sterilization function of the sterilization module 6 is also prior art. For example, the UV lamp sterilization function is also disclosed in patent application CN114532699A, entitled "An Electric Toothbrush Storage Device".

[0033] The bottom of the slot 4 is arc-shaped, and a water outlet 8 is provided at the lowest point of the slot 4. The bottom cover 3 has a water outlet 10 that communicates with the water outlet 8. Specifically, the bottom cover 3 has a water outlet 10 corresponding to the position of the water outlet 8. Water remaining on the electric toothbrush can be directly discharged to the outside through the water outlet 8 and the water outlet 10 to reduce the possibility of water accumulation, ensure the electric toothbrush is dry, and prevent residual water stains from causing mold and odor.

[0034] The box groove 4 is also provided with a water guide column 9 corresponding to the position of the water outlet 8. The water guide column 9 is hollow and communicates with the water outlet 8. The bottom cover 3 is also provided with a water guide column 11 corresponding to the position of the water outlet 10. The water guide column 11 is hollow and communicates with the water outlet 10. The inner diameter of the water guide column 11 is larger than the outer diameter of the water guide column 9, and the water guide column 11 is sleeved on the outside of the water guide column 9. This design enables water to flow directly out of the water outlet 8 without accumulating inside the bottom cover 3, allowing the water to flow directly to the outside.

[0035] Furthermore, the cross-sections of both water outlet 8 and water outlet 10 are funnel-shaped, which further concentrates the water and guides it to the outside.

[0036] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An electric toothbrush storage device, characterized in that, The device includes an upper component (1), a lower component (2), and a bottom cover (3). The lower component (2) is connected to the bottom cover (3), and the upper component (1) and the lower component (2) are interference-fitted. The lower component (2) has a groove (4) inside, which is used to accommodate and fix the electric toothbrush body. The groove (4) is connected to the bottom cover (3). The bottom of the groove (4) is arc-shaped, and a water outlet hole (8) is provided at the lowest point of the groove (4). The bottom cover (3) has a water outlet hole (10) that communicates with the water outlet hole (8).

2. The electric toothbrush storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The box groove (4) is also provided with a water guide column (9) corresponding to the position of the water outlet (8). The water guide column (9) is hollow and communicates with the water outlet (8).

3. The electric toothbrush storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom cover (3) is also provided with a water guide column (11) corresponding to the position of the water outlet (10). The water guide column (11) is hollow and communicates with the water outlet (10).

4. The electric toothbrush storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inner diameter of the second water guide column (11) is larger than the outer diameter of the first water guide column (9), and the second water guide column (11) is sleeved on the outside of the first water guide column (9).

5. An electric toothbrush storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: Both the first water outlet (8) and the second water outlet (10) have funnel-shaped cross sections.

6. The electric toothbrush storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower component (2) is connected to the upper component (1) at one end with silicone, and the lower component (2) and the upper component (1) are formed by the silicone to form an interference fit.

7. The electric toothbrush storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper component (1) is also provided with a sterilization module (6) for sterilizing the brush head of the electric toothbrush.

8. The electric toothbrush storage device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The sterilization module (6) is one or more of the following: ultraviolet sterilization, ozone sterilization, plasma sterilization, high temperature sterilization, chemical sterilization, ultrasonic sterilization, and electrolytic water sterilization.

9. An electric toothbrush storage device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The upper component (1) is provided with a button (7), which is electrically connected to the sterilization module (6) and is used to turn the sterilization module (6) on or off.