| abstract |
A toothbrush handle is provided that is more comfortable during use, provides improved access to the back teeth as an option, and also helps indicate when it is desired to lightly brush the teeth. The invention includes a toothbrush head that retains an end proximal to the toothbrush handle, a distal end to the toothbrush handle, and at least one toothbrush bristle. For the back surface, the abdominal surface opposite to the back surface, the first and second side surfaces disposed between the back surface and the abdominal surface of the toothbrush head, and the side surfaces of the toothbrush head A plurality of gingival cushions, the height of each gingival cushion gradually decreasing from the proximal end of the toothbrush head to the distal end of the toothbrush head. [Selection] Figure 1 |