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Teeth whitening compositions and methods

US8986719B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 30, 2012
Grant dateMar 24, 2015
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K2800/81
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed herein are teeth whitening compositions generally including an oxidizing agent (e.g., a peroxide), and an activating agent that has an emission wavelength between about 400 nm and about 570 nm (e.g., Eosin B). Methods of employing these compositions to whiten teeth, methods of making these compositions and kits that include some or part of the composition ingredients, are also described.

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