Photoactivatable oxygen-evolving compositions and methods for teeth whitening
US9345648B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 29, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 29, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2800/592
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed herein are compositions that can rapidly evolve oxygen and/or activated oxygen 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, Eosin Y, or Erythrosine B). Methods of employing these compositions to whiten teeth, and methods of making these compositions and kits that include some or part of the composition ingredients, are also described.
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