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Method of inhibiting calculus formulation and improving dental hygiene

US4828821A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 22, 1986
Grant dateMay 9, 1989
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Expiry dateAug 22, 2006

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K38/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An inhibition of calcium salt crystal is obtained by application of acidic glycoprotein to areas to be protected from deposits or accumulations of unwanted calcium salt crystal. The acidic glycoprotein is a potent inhibitor of calculus in the body.

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