Patents by Inventor Dean Preston Smith

Dean Preston Smith 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).

  • Circumcision device and method of use
    Patent number: 11376036
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are circumcision devices, and methods of using the same, said devices having a protective cover over the glans after the device is placed onto the penis to protect during ligation, while also having a pull tab for more easily removing the protective cover after ligation. Furthermore, the devices disclosed herein can include a protective notch to prevent harm to the urethra and frenulum and a system to align the protective notch over the urethra and frenulum during placement of the device onto the penis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2022
    Assignee: Wee Medical, LLC
    Inventor: Dean Preston Smith
  • Assemblies for managing incontinence
    Patent number: 8914923
    Abstract: Bedding assemblies useful in the management of incontinence are provided herein. Preferred bedding assemblies include a top wicking layer, an electrical circuit configured to detect the presence of moisture, an absorbent layer, and a waterproof layer. Assemblies are configured to signal to a receiving device which in turn can communicate an alarm signal or be operably coupled with a notification device. Assemblies can include mattress overlays, mattress covers, and mattresses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Inventor: Dean Preston Smith
  • ASSEMBLIES FOR MANAGING INCONTINENCE
    Publication number: 20130167296
    Abstract: Bedding assemblies useful in the management of incontinence are provided herein. Preferred bedding assemblies include a top wicking layer, an electrical circuit configured to detect the presence of moisture, an absorbent layer, and a waterproof layer. Assemblies are configured to signal to a receiving device which in turn can communicate an alarm signal or be operably coupled with a notification device. Assemblies can include mattress overlays, mattress covers, and mattresses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2012
    Publication date: July 4, 2013
    Applicant: PottyMD LLC
    Inventor: Dean Preston Smith
  • Wetness detection device
    Patent number: 7864060
    Abstract: The teachings herein are directed to devices for detecting and signaling the presence of urine or another electrically conducive liquid in an undergarment, fabric, or other thin material. Preferred devices include a clip configured to safely and releasably secure a liquid detecting sensor to a fabric or undergarment, wherein said sensor is operably coupled to a detection device that emits a notification signal when liquid is present in the fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2011
    Inventors: Dean Preston Smith, Edward Roger Adams
  • Wetness Detection Device
    Publication number: 20090021382
    Abstract: The teachings herein are directed to devices for detecting and signaling the presence of urine or another electrically conducive liquid in an undergarment, fabric, or other thin material. Preferred devices include a clip configured to safely and releasably secure a liquid detecting sensor to a fabric or undergarment, wherein said sensor is operably coupled to a detection device that emits a notification signal when liquid is present in the fabric.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2008
    Publication date: January 22, 2009
    Inventors: Dean Preston Smith, Edward Roger Adams
  • Method of augmenting soft tissue in mammals
    Patent number: 5712252
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of augmenting soft tissue in a mammal which includes injecting keratin into the soft tissue. The method of the present invention may be used to treat incontinence and vesicoureteral reflux.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 27, 1998
    Assignee: The University of Tennessee Research Corporation
    Inventor: Dean Preston Smith