Wiping element for an oral hygiene device, window wiper, or the

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1996-08-29

1998-09-22

Buiz, Michael Powell

Surgery

Instruments

Optic, otic or oral scrapper or abrader

15111, A61B 1724

Patent

active

058108564

ABSTRACT:
A wiping or scraping device, particularly for cleaning a human tongue, is provided having one or more wiping teeth or wiping elements. Each tooth or element has at least one scoop-like side which terminates at a wiping edge or ridge in an undercutting fashion. Various embodiments are provided for providing bi-directional or planar-directional wiping or cleaning action. For example, embodiments of the invention include wiping devices, linear wiping elements or circular wiping elements with outwardly-directed and/or inwardly-directed annular wiping edges. The wiping device may include a plurality of wiping elements arranged in a row or array. Embodiments are provided wherein the wiping device is configured for use as a windshield wiper or squeegee.

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