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Multi-layer patches for teeth whitening

US6946142B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 20, 2002
Grant dateSep 20, 2005
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Expiry dateFeb 22, 2023

Classification

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

Abstract

The present invention relates to a dry type teeth whitening patch with a multi-layer structure of three or more layers. More particularly, in the dry type patch, a contact adhesive layer substantially free of peroxide comprises a hydrophilic glass polymer as a base polymer so that it provides substantial adhesive strength when hydrated by water, an active material reservoir layer comprises peroxide as a teeth whitening agent, and a backing layer which is impermeable to water. The dry type patch of the present invention has superior teeth whitening effect and excellent peroxide stability at a high temperature since the peroxide-containing layer is covered and protected by other layers.

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