Adhesive for use in the oral environment having color-changing capabilities
US6528555B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 12, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K6/77
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An adhesive suitable for use in the oral environment is provided. The adhesive comprises a filler, hardenable resin, a hardener, and a colorant, the composition has an initial color prior to exposure to actinic radiation and a final color that is different from the initial color subsequent to the composition being exposed to actinic radiation. The adhesive can be precoated on to orthodontic appliances.
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