Dental strips for the delivery of specifically targeted antimicrobial peptides
US11707431B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 12, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jul 25, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 12, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K47/38
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
In certain embodiments a dental strip for the prevention or reduction of dental caries is provided. In certain embodiments the dental strip is constructed to deliver effective amounts of specifically targeted antimicrobial peptides (or simple antimicrobial peptides) and comprises an orally compatible backing layer, a delivery layer disposed on one surface of the backing layer where the delivery layer comprises an orally compatible polymer, or combination of polymers, and a specifically targeted antimicrobial peptide (and/or simple antimicrobial peptide) capable of binding and killing Streptococcus mutans. In certain embodiments the dental strip additionally comprises a release liner.
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