Mineralizing composite materials for restoring teeth
US8071131B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 11, 2005 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S530/815
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Compositions and methods useful in restorative dentistry are disclosed. Compositions of the present invention include a peptide, and a polymer matrix. The peptide is one capable of reacting with a source of mineralizing ions to initiate deposition of hydroxyapatite crystals within the polymer matrix. Compositions of the present invention are uniquely capable of sealing a junction between a dental restorative material and adjacent native tooth tissue.
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