GB2335352A - Containers for sterilising toothbrushes - Google Patents
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- GB2335352A GB2335352A GB9805489A GB9805489A GB2335352A GB 2335352 A GB2335352 A GB 2335352A GB 9805489 A GB9805489 A GB 9805489A GB 9805489 A GB9805489 A GB 9805489A GB 2335352 A GB2335352 A GB 2335352A
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- toothbrushes
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- sterilising
- framework
- containers
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- 230000001954 sterilising effect Effects 0.000 title abstract description 3
- 239000012528 membrane Substances 0.000 claims abstract description 3
- 230000000844 anti-bacterial effect Effects 0.000 claims description 2
- 239000007788 liquid Substances 0.000 claims 1
- 239000004033 plastic Substances 0.000 abstract description 3
- 230000037431 insertion Effects 0.000 abstract 1
- 238000003780 insertion Methods 0.000 abstract 1
- 238000007789 sealing Methods 0.000 abstract 1
- 241000894006 Bacteria Species 0.000 description 3
- 230000001580 bacterial effect Effects 0.000 description 1
- 239000000919 ceramic Substances 0.000 description 1
- 238000004140 cleaning Methods 0.000 description 1
- 238000012864 cross contamination Methods 0.000 description 1
- 230000003203 everyday effect Effects 0.000 description 1
- 239000012530 fluid Substances 0.000 description 1
- 229910001220 stainless steel Inorganic materials 0.000 description 1
- 239000010935 stainless steel Substances 0.000 description 1
Classifications
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
- A61L—METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS IN GENERAL; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES
- A61L2/00—Methods or apparatus for disinfecting or sterilising materials or objects other than foodstuffs or contact lenses; Accessories therefor
- A61L2/16—Methods or apparatus for disinfecting or sterilising materials or objects other than foodstuffs or contact lenses; Accessories therefor using chemical substances
- A61L2/18—Liquid substances or solutions comprising solids or dissolved gases
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A46—BRUSHWARE
- A46B—BRUSHES
- A46B17/00—Accessories for brushes
- A46B17/06—Devices for cleaning brushes after use
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
- A61L—METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS IN GENERAL; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS OR SURGICAL ARTICLES
- A61L2/00—Methods or apparatus for disinfecting or sterilising materials or objects other than foodstuffs or contact lenses; Accessories therefor
- A61L2/26—Accessories or devices or components used for biocidal treatment
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- Chemical & Material Sciences (AREA)
- Chemical Kinetics & Catalysis (AREA)
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- Apparatus For Disinfection Or Sterilisation (AREA)
- Apparatus Associated With Microorganisms And Enzymes (AREA)
Abstract
In an array of disposable, plastic cells, each cell contains sterilising solution and is covered with a sealing membrane which is ruptured by insertion of a toothbrush head. The one-use cells may be contained in a free standing, rectangular container or framework, and may be arranged, and disposed of, in blocks.
Description
cl, r TOOTHBRUSH CONTAINER 2335352 It is a well known fact that bacterial
is present in most household situations. One of the main areas is in the bathroom, especially around the washbasin and in particular on toothbrushes.
This invention is designed to combat this bacteria, promote a healthier lifestyle and be of great benefit in areas where hygiene is of paramount importance.
Our invention would significantly reduce bacteria present on toothbrushes; prevent cross-contamination and limit the growth of bacteria.
This invention provides for a free standing, disposable container for toothbrushes. Immersing each individual toothbrush in a new sterilizing solution every day. It consists of a series of plastic cells, each covered with a membrane and containing an anti-bacterial fluid. One cell for each toothbrush to be used each day. These cells would resemble an ice cube tray and could be stacked vertically. These cells could all be contained within a free standing permanent container made of ceramic, stainless steel or plastic. The cell units can be of any size to fit any toothbruush e.g. electric toothbrush heads, children's toothbrushes or denture cleaning brushes.
A preferred size of contained would be such-that it would fit on a standard bathroom shelf, but it could be made to any size.
Figure 1 shows the freestanding container Figure 2 shows a top view of a series of cells within the container Figure 3 shows an individual cell Figure 4 shows 6 individual cells stacked together 1
Claims (2)
1. A free standing hollow rectangular framework within which are placed sealed cells of antibacterial liquid, each cell having a thin membrane covering the top which will be pierced by a toothbrush.
2. A free standing hollow framework as claimed in Claim 1.The cells within the framework are arranged in blocks and when each cell has been used the block can be removed and replaced with another
Priority Applications (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB9805489A GB2335352A (en) | 1998-03-16 | 1998-03-16 | Containers for sterilising toothbrushes |
Applications Claiming Priority (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB9805489A GB2335352A (en) | 1998-03-16 | 1998-03-16 | Containers for sterilising toothbrushes |
Publications (2)
| Publication Number | Publication Date |
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| GB9805489D0 GB9805489D0 (en) | 1998-05-13 |
| GB2335352A true GB2335352A (en) | 1999-09-22 |
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Family Applications (1)
| Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB9805489A Withdrawn GB2335352A (en) | 1998-03-16 | 1998-03-16 | Containers for sterilising toothbrushes |
Country Status (1)
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| GB (1) | GB2335352A (en) |
Cited By (2)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GB2375483A (en) * | 2001-05-16 | 2002-11-20 | Colin Nigel Simon | Toothbrush sterilizer unit |
| GB2516038A (en) * | 2013-07-08 | 2015-01-14 | Phil Highway | Antibacterial Tooth Brush Dock |
Citations (1)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US4995509A (en) * | 1990-04-30 | 1991-02-26 | Joseph Kornfeind | Disposable toothbrush sanitizing and storage device |
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- 1998-03-16 GB GB9805489A patent/GB2335352A/en not_active Withdrawn
Patent Citations (1)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US4995509A (en) * | 1990-04-30 | 1991-02-26 | Joseph Kornfeind | Disposable toothbrush sanitizing and storage device |
Cited By (2)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GB2375483A (en) * | 2001-05-16 | 2002-11-20 | Colin Nigel Simon | Toothbrush sterilizer unit |
| GB2516038A (en) * | 2013-07-08 | 2015-01-14 | Phil Highway | Antibacterial Tooth Brush Dock |
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| Publication number | Publication date |
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| GB9805489D0 (en) | 1998-05-13 |
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Legal Events
| Date | Code | Title | Description |
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| WAP | Application withdrawn, taken to be withdrawn or refused ** after publication under section 16(1) |