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Remineralization of teeth

US6120754A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 21, 1998
Grant dateSep 19, 2000
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Expiry dateDec 21, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q11/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An oral product and method is provided for remineralizing teeth. The product includes a first composition containing a water soluble calcium phosphate salt or monolithic combination of calcium and phosphate salts in a carrier with the first composition having a pH less than 7, and a second composition containing an alkaline material and a fluoride ion source in a carrier to achieve a pH greater than 7.5. The first and second compositions are separated from one another prior to use. When combined upon application to teeth, the first and second compositions generate hydroxyapatite depositing same on dental enamel.

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