Method and composition to inhibit the growth of Streptococcus mutans by the use of saccharin/fluoride combination
US4419346A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 13, 1982 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2002 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P1/02
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and composition for treating teeth to reduce dental caries is provided wherein the teeth are contacted with a synergistic combination of a saccharin material, and a fluoride material, for example, as contained in a chewing gum composition, the combination of saccharin material and fluoride material being present in an amount sufficient to inhibit growth of Streptococcus mutans in the presence of a fermentable carbohydrates in the oral cavity.
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