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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8182510 | Sterling silver and/or metal gel and/or liquid centered teether The present invention is a multi-textured infant teether or teething device, where a portion of the teether is comprised of a rounded and curved, hard, smooth, hollow, metal exterior that is comprised of sterling silver, aluminum or any other rust-resistant metal ma... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8057512 | Combined teething ring and pacifier and associated method A combined teething ring and pacifier may include a support member with a pacifier section and a teething ring section extending from the posterior and anterior sides thereof respectively. The teething ring may be removably coupled to the support member such that it... | 11/15/2011 |
| 8021391 | Tooth-hardening apparatus A tooth-hardening apparatus 10 according to the present invention includes a tooth-hardening member 11 of a plate shape having a projection 13 on its surface, and a nipple 15 attached on the tooth-hardening member 11. The nipple ha... | 09/20/2011 |
| 7942899 | Teether book A teething toy for infants and small children is styled as an illustrated book. The toy includes a number of page-like leaves, which in the preferred embodiment are fabricated from a cloth-like material, and a number of attached teething elements. The teething eleme... | 05/17/2011 |
| 7338586 | Vibratingly stirring apparatus, and device and method for processing using the stirring apparatus An insulated vibration-stirring apparatus comprising a vibration generating means containing a vibration motor and a vibrating member attached to that motor, and a vibrating rod attached by an installation piece to allow vibration linked with the vibration generatin... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7333020 | Disposable absorbent article system employing sensor for detecting non-nutritive sucking events Disclosed is a system, method, and device for detecting non-nutritive sucking events produced by an infant; patterns comprising such events (i.e., rhythmic sucking patterns, or RSPs); and relating said events and/or RSPs to performance of a disposable absorbent arti... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7326122 | Golf swing training device A training device (10) for strengthening the swing muscle groups of a golfer while enhancing proper muscle memory wherein, the device (10) includes a hollow ball (21″) having a meridian line (22) that divides the ball (21) into t... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7318433 | Gas delivery device for infants An improved gas delivery device for infants which is simple and easy to use is disclosed and described. The gas delivery device can include a gas supply chamber and a nipple directly connected to the supply chamber. The gas supply chamber can define a substantially ... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7311721 | Pacifier having pivotally mounted covers A pacifier assembly having a pivotally mounted cover on a shield assembly is disclosed. The assembly allows convenient protection for the nipple by being selectably moved between an open and closed position. In one embodiment, two nipples are provided on opposite si... | 12/25/2007 |
| 7294141 | Pacifier, a system and a method for maintaining proper dentitions A pacifier, a system and a method for maintaining proper dentitions in a child are provided. The pacifier may have a bulb which is connected to an external shield by an isthmus. A child may suck on the bulb when the pacifier is worn in the mouth. The isthmus connect... | 11/13/2007 |
| 7273057 | Tethered styling instrument and method of use A styling device manipulated by a user that includes a hand-held styling comb; a wrist band that is adapted for attachment about the wrist of the user; and a tether line having one end attached to the hand-held styling comb and the other opposite end attached to the... | 09/25/2007 |
| 7213969 | Axillary thermometer An axillary thermometer for measuring the temperature of a patient comprising a first disk-shaped member having a circumferential edge, and an upper portion and lower portion, that is integrally connected, and angularly situated, via a connecting member joint, to a ... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7211102 | Pressure-activated vibrating teether A teething device is provided which includes a fluid-filled membrane sized to be at least partially received in the mouth of a child, a housing attached to the fluid-filled membrane, a handle sized to be grasped by a child, a vibrator configured to impart vibration ... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7083548 | Isometric exercise mouth tool A soft, flexible, pliable one-piece isometric exercise mouth tool for conditioning facial muscles to be used for cosmetic and medical purposes. The isometric exercise mouth tool has a hollow body portion and a stem or handle for holding the body portion in the desir... | 08/01/2006 |
| 7044929 | Hinged therapeutic mouthpiece This invention relates to devices for insertion into the mouth for the application of heat or cold to oral tissue to provide a therapeutic effect. The device 10 includes an upper member 11 substantially conforming to a contour of an upper gum line, a l... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7018328 | Tissue stabilizer A tissue stabilizer is disclosed that comprises a malleable planer foot integrated into a flexible membrane and is useful for stabilizing tissue such as the heart while performing surgery thereon. The malleable planar foot has an open central region and a rigid arm ... | 03/28/2006 |
| 6968964 | Nipple configuration for use in feeding and nursing newborn infants A nipple configuration for use on baby bottles and in breast shields particularly adapted for feeding and nursing newborns. The configuration includes body and nipple portions integrally formed of a soft flexible material and defining raised ridges or other surface ... | 11/29/2005 |
| 6905507 | Teething pacifier A teething pacifier comprising a pacifier guard having two opposing sides, a nipple extending outwardly from one side of the pacifier guard and a handle associated with the opposite side of the pacifier guard. The handle includes a first teething material and a seco... | 06/14/2005 |
| 6863681 | Infant teething gel applicator The present invention provides an infant teething gel applicator for the application of anesthetic gel, having a teething portion to administer a regulated and minimal dosage of medication, and a collar to fit inside a standard baby bottle. The collar extends radial... | 03/08/2005 |
| 6773451 | Ergonomic teat A teat for a baby or a child, the teat comprising a plate on which the dental arches rest and defining a bite plane, said plate being terminated towards the front by a vestibular screen against which at least one of the dental arches comes into abutment in a desired... | 08/10/2004 |
| 6767357 | Teething ring and bearing plate This invention relates to a pacifier that may properly interest an infant of eight months old or older to make a preferable stimulation, for leading the infant to the next developmental stage of ingesting activity, or that can be used in a way for adapting to more a... | 07/27/2004 |
| 6643884 | Baby toothbrush A baby toothbrush that includes a piece of plastic molded to fit a baby's hand, with a circular brush head protruding from its base. The piece of plastic has an internal cavity formed therein that in one embodiment is filled with rattle beads and in anoth... | 11/11/2003 |
| 6447536 | Teething pacifier A teething pacifier comprising a pacifier guard having two opposing sides, a nipple and a teething handle. The nipple extends from one side of the pacifier guard, while a connection hub is associated with the opposing side. The teething handle is pivotall... | 09/10/2002 |
| 6361552 | Teething gel applicator with cutter, and burstable ampule and method of making the same A teething gel system and a burstable ampule for use therewith. The teething gel system includes a teether with a chewing portion defining a plurality of depressions for holding gel. A gel spreader is provided for movement across the teether so that gel i... | 03/26/2002 |
| 6228105 | Flexible pacifier An infant pacifier is provided including a nipple, a bond ring and a handle. The nipple has a shaft and a base, each made of a flexible membrane and formed integrally with one another. A rim is formed on the base of the nipple adjacent its outer periphery... | 05/08/2001 |
| 6221093 | Infant pacifier and pillow An infant pacifier and pillow for removably attaching a pacifier to a pillow. The infant pacifier and pillow includes a cushion for removably attaching a pacifier to. The cushion comprises a pillow and a covering. The pillow is compressible and the coveri... | 04/24/2001 |
| 6209133 | Integrated bib/teether apparatus The present invention is directed to a teething bib having a front side, a back side, an upper portion, a bottom portion, an outer periphery having an outer peripheral edge and teething material operably associated with at least a portion of the outer per... | 04/03/2001 |
| 6083245 | Teething device A device including a teething structure having a set of ridges formed thereon that is positionable into the molar region of the infant's gums and a second set of massaging ridges that is positionable between the front teeth region of the infant's gums.... | 07/04/2000 |
| 5993478 | Teether A teether includes a frame adapted for teething by a child, the frame including a base, a first side extending upwardly from a first end of the base, and a second side extending upwardly from a second end of the base, wherein the first and second sides ar... | 11/30/1999 |
| 5957954 | Teething gel applicator A teething gel applicator including a teether. The teether has a chewing portion sized to be partially inserted into a child's mouth. The teether has a series of depressions for holding a gel. A handle, sized to be grasped by a child, is connected to the ... | 09/28/1999 |
| 5908440 | Infant teether An infant teether comprising a hollow teething unit defined in part by thin, flexible walls for holding hard teething foods such as cookies, pretzels, fruits, and the like. The walls of the teething unit are provided with a plurality of holes for allowing... | 06/01/1999 |
| 5902322 | Vibrating teething ring A teething ring, for use by a child, comprising an outer ring, an inner hub, and spokes radially connecting the outer ring and inner hub. The outer ring is made of a material suitable for aiding a teething child such as a semi-hard rubber or plastic, and ... | 05/11/1999 |
| 5891165 | Pacifier useable with a liquid dispensing syringe A liquid dispensing infant pacifier has a mouth guard with a hollow tubular connector portion on its rear side over an opening extending through the mouth guard from its rear side to its front side. The connector has a configuration similar to that of a c... | 04/06/1999 |
| 5830235 | Pacifier system and method of therapeutically treating infant sucking response A pacifier system and method of therapeutically treating premature infants to reinforce non-nutritive sucking is disclosed. A pacifier is connected to a pressure transducer. The pressure tranducer serves to detect sucking intensity and time of sucking. Th... | 11/03/1998 |
| 5827527 | Medicated candy product A candy product includes a ring forming an annular handle, and having an outer diameter of at least 5 cm. A candy holder attached to the handle and adapted for carrying a lump of candy to be consumed by a child. The holder forms a paddle to pacify the chi... | 10/27/1998 |
| 5814074 | Oral appliance for infants and toddlers A new and improved oral appliance for infants and toddlers is disclosed. The appliance comprises an outer shield, an inner shield, a connector element and a nipple element. The outer shield is supported on the connector element and, in use, rests against ... | 09/29/1998 |
| 5782868 | Gel filled teething device An improved teething apparatus having a constant pliability over a broad temperature range whereby the pliability of the teething device remains substantially constant regardless of its temperature is provided. The teething device includes a resilient, fl... | 07/21/1998 |
| 5766223 | Child's teething device A teething device having an uneven surface of resilient material. A portion of the teething device contains a material which is liquid at room temperature, and which is frozen at a temperature below the normal operating temperature of a household freezer.... | 06/16/1998 |
| 5759195 | Mesh pacifier A mesh pacifier including a shield comprised of a peripheral rim dimensioned for surrounding a mouth of a baby. A nipple portion extends forwardly from the shield. A handle portion extends rearwardly from the shield. A mesh membrane couples with respect t... | 06/02/1998 |
| 5752925 | Increasing bone fracture resistance by repeated application of low magnitude forces resembling trauma forces The invention presents a method and device for increasing the fracture resistance of a bone tissue to a traumatic force. The method includes the step of selecting a nonphysiological impulse force having a location and direction resembling that of the trau... | 05/19/1998 |
