Gelatin encapsulated oral care composition containing hydrophilic active, hydrophobic structuring agent and oil carrier
US9320690B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 20, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA46B2200/1066
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An encapsulated oral care composition includes: (a) a gelatin capsule; and (b) a oral care composition contained within the capsule, and including: (i) a hydrophilic active; (ii) a hydrophobic structuring agent; and (iii) an oil carrier. The hydrophilic active is preferably cetylpyridinium chloride. The hydrophobic structuring agent is preferably a gelled mineral oil. The oil carrier is preferably a vegetable oil. A method of cleaning teeth includes applying to the teeth the encapsulated oral care composition such that the capsule releases the oral care composition to clean the teeth. A oral care implement includes: a handle; a head mounted to the handle, the head having an outer surface and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements extending outwardly from the outer surface; and the encapsulated oral care composition positioned on the head.
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