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Antibacterial dentifrice exhibiting antiplaque and breath freshening properties

US7402416B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 10, 2002
Grant dateJul 22, 2008
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Expiry dateSep 13, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K2800/88
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A dual component antiplaque oral composition having antimalodor properties in which a first component contains an antibacterial agent and the second component contains a proteolytic enzyme, the first and second components are simultaneously combined for application to the teeth, the first and second components being physically segregated prior to use, the components when mixed upon application to teeth providing substantially antiplaque effect with superior antimalodor properties.

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