Patents by Inventor Thomas Stelmach

Thomas Stelmach has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Apparatus and method of cleaning teeth
    Patent number: 7475694
    Abstract: This invention discloses an apparatus and method for cleaning teeth, particularly in individuals undergoing cosmetic and orthodontic treatment. The apparatus includes members having a tooth contact portion and a handle portion. Connected to the tooth contact portion is a floss tip enclosure element capable of receiving floss that is capped. The invention can be used easily and conveniently to enable a person to floss underneath bridges, or orthodontic wiring, without damage to the gingival tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2009
    Inventor: Thomas Stelmach
  • Apparatus and method of cleaning teeth
    Publication number: 20070051386
    Abstract: This invention discloses an apparatus and method for cleaning teeth, particularly in individuals undergoing cosmetic and orthodontic treatment. The apparatus includes members having a tooth contact portion and a handle portion. Connected to the tooth contact portion is a floss tip enclosure element capable of receiving floss that is capped. The invention can be used easily and conveniently to enable a person to floss underneath bridges, or orthodontic wiring, without damage to the gingival tissue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2005
    Publication date: March 8, 2007
    Inventor: Thomas Stelmach