Chewing gum containing glycerol mono laurate
US4952407A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 1988 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A50/30
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A gum composition useful in dental plaque removal and suppression and method of use is disclosed. The composition comprises 15 to 90% gum base, 5 to 80% sweetening and bulking agents, 1 to 10% glycerine, optional color and flavor, and contains 0.25 to 0.75% glycerol mono laurate. Preferably, the composition also includes a high filler content. The method involves chewing the gum composition the invention for at least 20 minutes, preferably at least five times a day for four successive days.
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