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Vibrating toothbrush attachment

USPTO Application #: 20060195999
Title: Vibrating toothbrush attachment
Abstract: A vibrating cap attachment for an electric toothbrush for use as a sexual aid. The preferred embodiment of the cap includes knob-like protrusions on the top for enhanced sexual stimulation and a bore on the bottom for receiving the brush head and bristles of a standard electric toothbrush. (end of abstract)



Agent: John Wiley Horton, Attorney Pennington, Moore, Wilkinson, Bell & Dunbar, P.A. - Tallahassee, FL, US
Inventor: Cynthia L. Gaboury
USPTO Applicaton #: 20060195999 - Class: 015246000 (USPTO)

Related Patent Categories: Brushing, Scrubbing, And General Cleaning, Attachments

Vibrating toothbrush attachment description/claims


The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060195999, Vibrating toothbrush attachment.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0001] 1. Field of the Invention

[0002] This invention relates to the field of vibrating devices used for sexual stimulation. More specifically, the invention comprises a molded cap which can be attached over the bristles of an electric toothbrush.

[0003] 2. Description of the Related Art

[0004] The use of sexual aids such as vibrators of various designs and configurations is known in the prior art. These devices are typically phallic in shape (although unconventional shapes are also employed in the prior art) and are commonly used to stimulate the erogenous zones of the body including the external and internal genitalia. Some sexual aids employ a vibrating mechanism to increase the sexual stimulation provided by the device. These sexual aids are often referred to as vibrators.

[0005] It is often desirable for a vibrator to be transportable so that the user can bring the device with them when they travel. Since conventional vibrators employ internal batteries and a motor to create the vibrating motion of the device, the devices can be discovered during luggage screening at airports and in other places where luggage screening is employed. The discovery of a vibrator in these circumstances can create an uncomfortable and embarrassing situation for people who prefer to keep their use of sexual aids private.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0006] The present invention overcomes the problems of the prior art by providing a vibrating device which is discreet and transportable. The invention comprises a molded plastic cap which is adapted to fit over the bristles of the head of an electric toothbrush. The cap features knob-like protrusions for enhanced stimulation.

[0007] In one embodiment, the cap features a groove for secured attachment of the cap to the toothbrush.

[0008] Another embodiment provides for the use of an adhesive for permanent attachment of the cap to the toothbrush.

[0009] The invention provides all of these features, advantages, and objects along with others that will become apparent with reference to the following description and accompanying

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWINGS

[0010] FIG. 1 is a perspective view, showing an electric toothbrush.

[0011] FIG. 2 is a perspective view, showing the present invention.

[0012] FIG. 3 is a top view, showing the present invention.

[0013] FIG. 4 is a perspective view, showing the present invention.

[0014] FIG. 5 is a bottom view, showing an alternate embodiment of the present invention.

[0015] FIG. 6 is a perspective view, showing the present invention attached to an electric toothbrush.

[0016] FIG. 7 is a perspective view, showing an alternate embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] FIG. 8 is a perspective view, showing an alternate embodiment of the present invention attached to an electric toothbrush.

REFERENCE NUMERALS IN THE DRAWINGS

[0018] TABLE-US-00001 10 cap 12 top 14 knobs 16 bore 18 counterbore 20 compartments 22 ridges 24 lip 26 grip 28 wand 30 brush head 32 bristles 34 sidewall 36 bottom 38 electric toothbrush 40 knob-to-knob distance 42 brush-head seat 44 groove

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0019] A conventional electric toothbrush is shown in FIG. 1. Electric toothbrush 38 is generally composed of grip 26 and wand 28. Aside from serving as means for holding the toothbrush while a user brushes their teeth, grip 26 also serves as a housing for an internal motor and power supply. Most electric toothbrushes are powered by replaceable batteries, but some have an internal rechargeable power source. Grip 26 also generally features an on/off switch which allows the user to actuate the internal motor.

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