Patents by Inventor Patrick E. Laughlin

Patrick E. Laughlin 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).

  • Patent number: 5159938
    Abstract: This invention is a protective eye shield that indexes to an inhalation gas providing nose hood and the hood's hoses to provide secure eye protection to a patient wearing such a hood during the performance of dental procedures. The shield further indexes to the temples and forehead of the wearer to provide secure and comfortable positioning of the shield. The shield cooperates with the inhalation hood in providing a shield against materials reaching the patients eyes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 1991
    Date of Patent: November 3, 1992
    Inventor: Patrick E. Laughlin
  • Patent number: 4802857
    Abstract: A disposable hygienic mask which is retrofitable to the nose and mouth contact areas of the face of an existing CPR dummy without damaging or permanently altering the face of the dummy. The mask is provided with filter chambers which are insertable in and indexed to the air passages of a CPR dummy and the chambers are configured to receive replaceable flexible filters. The mask, its securements, and its filters do not appreciably modify the flexibility, the functions, or the features of the CPR dummy to which it is attached.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 1987
    Date of Patent: February 7, 1989
    Inventor: Patrick E. Laughlin
  • Patent number: 4655233
    Abstract: This invention is related to a tool for the dental flossing of teeth and a precut length of dental floss having gripping attachments secured to the ends of the length of floss. The precut length(s) of floss are configured so as to facilitate the gripping of the attachments by the flossing tool. The tool is fully operable by the use of one hand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 1985
    Date of Patent: April 7, 1987
    Inventor: Patrick E. Laughlin