Novel toothbrush

Abstract

This invention contemplates a toothbrush construction which features a novel and unique assembly of parts comprising ( 1 ) an elongate handle end and ( 2 ) a disposable bristle containing end, said handle end serving as a reservoir storage place for music generating components; said disposable bristle containing end and handle end being constructed and arranged for end to end engagement and securement, said hollow handle serving as a reservoir/storage place for music generating components and having on its outer surface a solar panel for collecting energy suitable for powering the music generating components within, all to assist in the promotion of a healthy tooth brushing ritual.

1 . A music emitting child's toothbrush comprising a hollow elongate handle end and a shorter bristle-end said ends being constructed and arranged to provide reversible engagement and axial relationship as to the handle end and bristle containing end, the hollow elongate handle end being adapted to serve as a reservoir or storage place for music generating components and having on its outer surface a solar panel for collecting energy suitable for powering the music generating components within.  
   
   
       2 . The invention as claimed in  claim 1  wherein each engagement means includes an integral annular flange surrounding such engagement means on said parts and being located to assume flush surface abutment when fully engaged.  
   
   
       3 . The invention as claimed in  claim 2  wherein the handle end includes a recessed end switch in the end of the handle opposite the engagement means.  
   
   
       4 . The invention as claimed in  claim 3  wherein the switch containing end is removable to allow access to the hollow portion of said handle end for storing sound generating means within and a battery connected to said solar panel and to said sound generating components, and means connecting the foregoing whereby light of any sort impinging on the solar panel causes the switch being in the proper circuit position causes sound generating component to issue sound.  
   
   
       5 . The invention as claimed in  claim 4  wherein said sound generating component uses an integrated circuit (IC).