Patents by Inventor Herbert A. Dickerson

Herbert A. Dickerson 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).

  • Toothbrush with audible reminder mechanism
    Patent number: 6199239
    Abstract: A toothbrush system that includes an audible reminder mechanism for reminding individuals to brush their teeth. The audible reminder mechanism is triggered by sound recognition circuit that in the exemplary embodiment is programmed to recognize the sound of running water. The toothbrush system also includes a user insertable electronic music chip insertable through a chip insertion opening formed through a side of an elongated gripping portion of the toothbrush handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2001
    Inventor: Herbert A. Dickerson