Robert W Bland

US Patent:

6533485, Mar 18, 2003

Filed:

Jan 22, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/055482

Inventors:

Robert Bland - Cambria Heights NY 11411

International Classification:

A46B 1104

US Classification:

401270, 401194, 401277, 401176, 401179, 401172

Abstract:

A combination toothbrush and toothpaste dispenser with incorporated remaining use counter including a toothbrush portion comprised of an elongated hollow handle having an incorporated head portion. The elongated hollow handle includes an internal channel. The head portion has a plurality of openings in communication with the internal channel. The head portion has a plurality of bristles extending outwardly thereof. The handle holds a quantity of toothpaste within the internal channel. An internal plunger is disposed within the internal channel of the elongated hollow handle. The internal plunger will force the toothpaste out of the plurality of openings of the head portion and onto the bristles. A counter is disposed within the elongated hollow handle of the toothbrush portion. The counter is in communication with the plunger for determining a remaining amount of toothpaste disposed therein, and displaying the same on a rotary dial.