Mouthwash and toothpaste dispenser

Abstract

The present invention relates to a dental hygiene apparatus that integrates a mechanical toothpaste dispenser and an automated mouthwash dispenser into a single compact unit for efficient storage and dispensing of oral care products. The apparatus comprises a body containing multiple compartments, including a toothpaste storage compartment, a mouthwash storage compartment, and a control box for housing electronic components. This combined toothpaste and mouthwash dispenser apparatus offers a convenient, efficient, and intelligent approach to maintaining and promoting dental hygiene, improving the overall oral care experience for users.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . An combined dispenser apparatus for storing and dispensing mouthwash and toothpaste, comprising:
 a housing including separate compartments, the compartments including a toothpaste storage compartment, a mouthwash storage compartment, and a control box for housing electronic components that control the working of the apparatus;   a toothpaste dispensing mechanism operatively connected to the toothpaste storage compartment, the dispensing mechanism including a plunger or similar mechanism;   a mouthwash dispensing mechanism operatively connected to the mouthwash storage compartment, including a sensor for detecting the presence of a user and a mini DC pump and/or solenoid valve for accurately and efficiently dispensing the desired amount of mouthwash;   a controller operatively coupled to the sensor, the controller being configured, in response to a detection of the presence of a user the sensor, to operate the pump/valve system to dispense fluid from the mouthwash storage compartment in response to said detection;   wherein the device can be operated with a single hand.   
     
     
         2 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , further comprising a cup holder attached to the exterior of the apparatus for holding disposable cups to be used for mouthwash. 
     
     
         3 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the toothpaste dispensing mechanism includes a chamber for affixing a toothpaste reservoir and an exterior pushbutton mechanism for dispensing the toothpaste. 
     
     
         4 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the sensor for detecting the presence of a user is an infrared sensor. 
     
     
         5 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the apparatus includes a plurality of sensors for detecting the presence of a user, and wherein the controller is configured to identify user requirements, and dispense one or more oral hygiene products stored within the apparatus intelligently. 
     
     
         6 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is configured to wirelessly communicate with electronic devices of users, such as smartphones or personal computers, to transfer information between the apparatus and the user electronic device. 
     
     
         7 . The apparatus of  claim 6 , wherein the apparatus further comprises a wireless communications module operatively coupled to the controller, and wherein the controller is further configured to monitor the amount of products remaining within the storage compartments via the sensor and communicate the refilling requirements to a user's personal electronic device. 
     
     
         8 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , further comprising a lid provided on the top side of the apparatus to securely cover the storage compartments. 
     
     
         9 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is powered by one of a rechargeable battery, a replaceable battery, or a connection to a power socket. 
     
     
         10 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , further comprising a service/maintenance button for initiating cleaning of the storage compartments, wherein a DC pump connected to the button is operated to push a water flow through a piping system into the compartments for the purpose of cleaning them. 
     
     
         11 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the toothpaste dispensing mechanism dispenses toothpaste via one of a vacuum dispensing system or a motor-based solution. 
     
     
         12 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the automatic mouthwash dispensing mechanism is configured to dispense mouthwash upon detecting the user removing a cup from the cup holder or the user placing a cup near the outlet of the dispenser. 
     
     
         13 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein one or more of the storage compartments has a glass viewing window installed in a side wall to allow a user to view the amount of product remaining.