Forehead support for facial mask

Details Forehead support for facial mask Forehead support for facial mask

2005-03-15

2009-11-10

Douglas, Steven O (Department: 3771)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Face mask covering a breathing passage

C128S206270, C128S206240, C128S207180

Reexamination Certificate

active

07614400

ABSTRACT:
The present invention discloses an adjustable forehead support for a nasal or full-face mask wherein the forehead support may be adjusted for the different shapes and sizes of a facial profile. The forehead support utilizes a dual-arm system that adjusts the position of the forehead support vis-á-vis the mask and/or airflow tube. The angle of the mask to the face may be adjusted with the present invention.

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Photograph of “Weinmann Mask” known prior to 1998.

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