Abstract: A tooth whitening composition with a high level of whitening effectiveness over the entire tooth whitening composition application includes colloidal platinum as a platinum catalyst in a peroxide-containing oral composition. Whitening effectiveness can be enhanced by application of a tooth whitening composition containing colloidal platinum to the teeth surface followed by photo-irradiation of the application site.

Abstract: Methods for administration of a substantially non-cytotoxic chlorine dioxide composition to whiten a tooth surface are provided.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are teeth whitening compositions generally including an oxidizing agent, and an activating agent that has an emission wavelength between about 400 nm and about 570 nm. 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.

Abstract: A tooth whitening product is provided. The tooth whitening product has a backing layer and a tooth whitening composition.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a pair of dry type patches for teeth whitening, having a patch for upper teeth and a patch for lower teeth, in which the patch for upper teeth has a shape different from the patch for lower teeth, and each patch has a controlled width and shape such that the contact area of each patch with gums is minimized. In the patch for upper teeth, a central portion covering right and left upper central incisors is widest. In the patch for lower teeth, either portion covering right and left lower canine teeth is widest. Since the dry type patches covers all the portions of the teeth while minimizing the contact area with gums, no or little irritation is caused and wearability is excellent.

Abstract: A composition is provided, wherein the composition comprises a water-swellable, water-insoluble polymer or a water-soluble polymer, a blend of a hydrophilic polymer and a complementary oligomer capable of hydrogen bonding to the hydrophilic polymer. The composition also includes a second water-swellable, water-insoluble polymer that provides for a phase separating film forming composition. Active ingredients, such as a whitening agent, may be included. The composition finds utility as an oral dressing, for example, a tooth whitening composition that is applied to the teeth in need of whitening, and removed when the degree of whitening has been achieved. In certain embodiments, the composition is translucent. Methods for preparing and using the compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dry type tooth-whitening patch comprising peroxide as a tooth whitening agent. In particular, disclosed is a dry type tooth-whitening patch in which peroxide is contained, as a teeth whitening agent, in a matrix type adhesive layer. The adhesive layer includes, as a base polymer thereof, a hydrophilic glass polymer, which provides a strong adhesion to teeth while releasing the tooth whitening agent when hydrated on the enamel layers of teeth in the moist oral cavity. The dry type patch according to the present invention is convenient in use, as compared to wet type patches. Further, it exhibits a superior adhesion while being maintained in a state attached to the teeth for a lengthened period of time so as to assure an enough contact time between the whitening agent in the patch and stains on the teeth, thereby giving a sufficient whitening effect.

Abstract: A two-step system for whitening stained or discolored teeth by applying separately, and sequentially, to the teeth (i) a bleaching activator followed by (ii) a bleaching agent. In preferred embodiments the bleaching activator is a transition metal catalyst and the bleaching agent is a peroxide.

Abstract: A two-step system for whitening stained or discolored teeth by applying separately, and sequentially, to the teeth (i) a bleaching activator followed by (ii) a bleaching agent. In preferred embodiments the bleaching activator is a transition metal catalyst and the bleaching agent is a peroxide.

Abstract: A method of whitening a tooth surface including contacting the surface of a tooth with an efficacious amount of a substantially non-cytotoxic composition. The non-cytotoxic composition includes chlorine dioxide and no more than about 0.25 milligrams oxy-chlorine anions per gram of the composition.

Abstract: Disclosed are oral care mouth rinse compositions formulated as stable oil-in-water emulsions comprising: (a) at least about 0.025% by weight of a quaternary ammonium antimicrobial agent, (b) at least about 0.05% by weight of an essentially water-insoluble volatile oil, and (c) at least about 50% by weight water, wherein the emulsion comprises oil droplets having an average mean particle size of about 350 nm or less. Examples of quaternary ammonium antimicrobial agent include cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC), tetradecylpyridinium chloride, N-tetradecyl-4-ethyl pyridinium chloride or domiphen bromide.

Abstract: A personal care composition and method of using a personal care composition having menthol and/or hydrogen peroxide and a TRPA1 and/or TRPV1 receptor antagonists.

Abstract: The invention provides a single phase whitening dentifrice that includes (i) a whitening agent selected from the group consisting of hydrogen peroxide, a bound peroxide and a solid peroxide (ii) an abrasive and (iii) a substantially anhydrous orally acceptable carrier, for example, polyethylene glycol. The bound peroxide may be hydrogen peroxide and a polymer and/or any peroxide compound and a porous cross-linked polymer, such as polymers of polyvinyl pyrrolidone, polyacrylates, a polymethacrylates, and a polyitaconates. The solid peroxide may be sodium perborate or urea peroxide. The invention also provides methods of whitening the tooth surfaces by contacting the surface with the composition.

Abstract: An enhancing composition comprising a solvent and a base compound creates an alkaline environment for activating peroxide whiteners and accelerating the formation of free radicals from the peroxide to effect the oxidation of organic molecules causing staining of the dentition. In one embodiment, potassium hydroxide is dissolved in water to form a strongly alkaline liquid. A surfactant may also be included to clean the surfaces of the user's teeth in advance of application of the whitening composition. A peroxide may be added to the enhancing composition to provide a tooth whitening. Other additives for taste, texture, viscosity, and other oral care or oral hygiene purposes may also be included in the enhancing composition. The enhancing composition may be used for advance application to the dentition before a whitening compound. In addition, a rinse may be used after the whitening composition to neutralize the alkaline environment.

Abstract: A method of whitening a tooth surface including contacting the surface of a tooth with an efficacious amount of a substantially non-cytotoxic composition. The non-cytotoxic composition includes chlorine dioxide and no more than about 0.25 milligrams oxy-chlorine anions per gram of the composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a high-temperature stable, one-part, aqueous tooth bleaching composition for contacting a tooth surface. The composition comprises a bleaching agent comprising a high level of a aqueous hydrogen peroxide. The bleaching agent is derived from multiple components within the composition and comprises at least about 15% by weight of the total composition weight. The Composition also comprises a bleaching agent stabilizer comprising from about 0.01% to about 1.00% by weight of the total composition weight.

Abstract: Oral care compositions comprising a crosslinked polyvinylpyrrolidone complexed with hydrogen peroxide, together with an ethylene oxide-propylene oxide block copolymer. Some embodiments further comprise a calcium abrasive, e.g. calcium pyrophosphate or calcium carbonate, and some may have less than 3% water.

Abstract: A preparation for creating a clearing feeling in a pharyngeal cavity and nasal cavity comprising a rhinologically active substance of formula (I): In formula (I), variable x and substituents R1, R2 and R3 have the following meanings: x is 0 or 1, R1 denotes an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, R2 denotes a methyl or ethyl group, and R3 denotes a monocyclic saturated carbon system having 5, 6, 7 or 8 carbon atoms that can be unsubstituted or substituted with further alkyl groups having 1 to 4 carbon atoms or alkenyl groups having 2 to 4 carbon atoms. The compound of formula (I) can be mixed with one or more other flavor substances or aroma substances. The preparation can be an oral care composition, such as a toothpaste or a mouth wash.

Abstract: Topical compositions containing from about 40% to about 77% by weight of the composition of a humectant component, said component containing from about 0.25% to about 7% of a structuring humectant selected from polyethylene glycols having an average molecular weight of from about 3,000 to about 8,000, and mixtures thereof; and at least one secondary humectant; the topical composition further comprises abrasive from about 5% to about 35%; from about 0% to about 1.5% of a viscosity modifier; a total solids content of 50% or less; water from about 5% to about 12%; and wherein the structuring humectant is added to the composition in solution with solvent or is added in a controlled manner as a molten material to the composition at a temperature less than about 35° C. and with turbulent mixing or vigorous agitation.

Abstract: A method of whitening teeth comprises the steps of contacting a stained tooth surface with an organic metal-ligand complex and an oxidizing compound, and exposing the stained tooth surface to actinic radiation.

Abstract: A dental tray with a hydrophobic tooth whitening formulation where the tooth whitening formulation is substantially non-water soluble, and a method of using this dental tray to whiten the teeth. The tooth whitening formulation is primarily comprised of a hydrophobic polymer and a peroxide or a peroxide yielding compound. Preferably the hydrophobic polymer is the condensation product of a silicone resin and an organosiloxane. The dental tray is formed to encompass the front and the rear surfaces of the teeth. The dental tray is comprised of a thermoplastic or thermoset polymer. The teeth whitening formulation is placed into the dental tray and the tray placed against the teeth to be whitened. This is for a sufficient period of time to at least partially whiten teeth. This can be a period of time from about 0.5 hour to 2 hours or more.

Abstract: A tooth whitening composition includes an aqueous activation part comprising a peroxide activating component, and a peroxide part comprising a peroxide component that does not contain a peroxide stabilizer, wherein the activation part and the peroxide part are each flowable compositions.

Abstract: Oral care compositions comprising: (a) a peroxide complex comprising a peroxide component and an N-vinyl heterocyclic polymer (e.g., poly-N-vinyl polylactam, or poly-N-vinyl-polyimide); (b) a whitening agent (e.g., hydrogen peroxide); and (c) an orally acceptable carrier. In one embodiment, the carrier comprises a film forming material. Methods are also provided for making an oral care composition comprising: (a) mixing a whitening agent, silicone adhesive and carrier fluid to form a homogenous mixture; (b) adding a peroxide complex to said homogenous mixture, wherein said complex comprises hydrogen peroxide and an N-vinyl heterocyclic polymer; and (c) mixing under vacuum.

Abstract: Non-cytotoxic compositions for tooth whitening are disclosed. Methods of their use are also provided.

Abstract: A tooth whitening product is provided. The tooth whitening product has a backing layer and a tooth whitening composition. The tooth whitening composition includes first and second water soluble polymers, water, and a tooth whitening agent, wherein the first water soluble polymer is polyethelene oxide and the second water soluble polymer is polyvinyl alcohol.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions related to a substantially non-cytotoxic chlorine dioxide solution. The solution may be a thickened fluid composition. Also disclosed are methods of making and using a substantially non-cytotoxic thickened fluid compositions or solutions comprising chlorine dioxide solution. An oxidizing composition of reduced irritation is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides for an oral serum made from natural ingredients that advantageously reduces oral bacteria. Further, toothpaste and oral rinse compositions are provided. A method for reducing oral bacteria using the oral serum of the present invention is additionally described herein.

Abstract: An aqueous, heat and cold stable, non-alcoholic or slightly-alcoholic microemulsion based antimicrobial mouthwash composition with improved antimicrobial efficacy. The composition comprises a unique water-soluble matrix composite, at least one water-immiscible or water-insoluble antimicrobial agent, and optionally, a preservative or preservative system, a weak carboxylic acid, a coloring agent and other additives. Examples of antimicrobial agents include menthol, thymol, eucalyptol and/or methyl salicylate. A process for preparing the oral care composition is also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of polishing a tooth surface without mechanical abrasion is provided. Kits and compositions are also provided.

Abstract: An oral composition comprising an active component and an adhesive film forming component comprising bleached shellac and shellac wax for the treatment of teeth.

Abstract: A dental whitening strip which includes a carrier support having a whitening composition adhered to said carrier where the whitening composition comprises (a) dextrin; (b) a peroxide; (c) a non-toxic water soluble inorganic salt; (d) a acceptable hydroxy compound which is a plasticizer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed towards anhydrous, single-part multi-purposed dentifrice and methods for removing plague, whitening and remineralizing teeth.

Abstract: [Problem] The object of the present invention is to provide an oral composition, which can remove tooth stain effectively. The object of the present invention is also to provide an oral composition, which scarcely damages teeth and gums and can be easily applied. [Method of solution] An oral composition for removing tooth stain, which comprises 3.5 to 30% by weight of peroxide and 5 to 20% by weight of phosphate polymer (in particular, ultraphosphate having an average chain length of phosphoric acid polymerization of 10 to 30).

Abstract: In general, the invention provides a fast-acting, whitening composition containing permanganate. Particular alkali-metal or alkaline-earth metal salts of permanganate; hydrogen peroxide; or an alkali or alkaline-earth metal peroxide; and an acid.

Abstract: An dual oral composition is provided having a first peroxide-containing component and a second bicarbonate-containing component having exceptional anti-plaque and anti-bacterial action with re-mineralization properties.

Abstract: A dental tray with a hydrophobic tooth whitening formulation where the tooth whitening formulation is substantially non-water soluble, and a method of using this dental tray to whiten the teeth. The tooth whitening formulation is primarily comprised of a hydrophobic polymer and a peroxide or a peroxide yielding compound. Preferably the hydrophobic polymer is the condensation product of a silicone resin and an organosiloxane. The dental tray is formed to encompass the front and the rear surfaces of the teeth. The dental tray is comprised of a thermoplastic or thermoset polymer. The teeth whitening formulation is placed into the dental tray and the tray placed against the teeth to be whitened. This is for a sufficient period of time to at least partially whiten teeth. This can be a period of time from about 0.5 hour to 2 hours or more.

Abstract: Oral compositions and methods of use thereof are provided herein. The oral compositions comprise a first component comprising at least one Eh-raising compound and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, and a second component comprising at least one zinc compound, an anti-microbial agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The present invention provides tooth whitening compositions in the form of a liquid crystal or a microemulsion that includes a tooth whitening agent in an amount effective to whiten teeth, a hydrophilic phase including water, a hydrophobic phase including at least one oil, at least one anionic, nonionic, amphoteric or zwitterionic surfactant, and a water soluble co-solvent having a Hildebrand solubility parameter above 12 (cal/cm3)1/2, as well as methods for whitening teeth including applying the liquid crystal or microemulsion composition to the teeth for a period of time and under conditions effective to whiten the teeth.

Abstract: The invention relates to medicine, namely, to stomatology, in particular, to formulation for prophylaxis of oral cavity diseases. The formulation comprises: drinking water, glycerol, xylitol, silica, xanthan gum, methylparaben, propylparaben, titanium dioxide, perfume, bromelain, sodium saccharin, sodium lauryl sulfate or alkylamidobetain, calcium glycerophosphate, and magnesium chloride or glycerophosphate magnesium at following component ratio, % wt.: glycerol—20-25; xylitol—10-14; i 10 silica—22-26; xanthan gum—1.2-1.4; methylparaben—0.2-0.3; propylparaben—0.08-0.12; sodium saccharin—0.1-0.3; titanium dioxide—0.2-0.4; perfume—0.7-1.0; bromelain—0.1-0.7; sodium lauryl sulfate—1.2-1.4 or alkylamidobetain—1.2; calcium glycerophosphate—0.6-1.0; magnesium chloride—0.08-0.16 or magnesium glycerophosphate—0.16; and water—up to 100.

Abstract: Provided are compositions and methods for preventing dental caries, as well as aqueous compositions and methods for improving the mechanical strength of teeth.

Abstract: In situ foamable dental bleaching compositions include a dental bleaching agent, thickening agent, polyol, and in situ foaming agent. The foamable dental bleaching compositions are initially dispensed as a dental bleaching gel. Upon placement of the dental bleaching gel onto a person's tooth surfaces, the in situ foaming agent causes the bleaching gel to foam. Dental bleaching systems include an in situ foamable dental bleaching composition within a pressurized container (e.g., bag-on valve container) having a nozzle that, when actuated, expels the in situ dental bleaching composition as a gel. Dental bleaching methods include dispensing the in situ foamable dental bleaching composition as a gel, contacting a person's tooth surfaces with the dental bleaching gel, and allowing the gel to expand and foam in order to dynamically distribute and replenish the dental bleaching agent to the tooth surfaces and into the interproximal spaces between teeth.

Abstract: A dental bleaching composition comprises a dental bleaching agent and a polyvinylpyrrolidone thickening agent. The bleaching composition may include water, flavoring agents, a basic substance and desensitizing agents, as desired. Polyvinylpyrrolidone avoids acid etching and chelation of teeth that were problematic in bleaches using carbomer as a thickener. A delivery system for delivering the bleaching composition comprises the aforementioned dental bleaching composition in combination with a moisture-resistant barrier layer such as a dental tray or a flexible strip of material.

Abstract: This aims to produce dental sterilizing water having not only a sterilizing action but also an action to break a bio-film. Provided is a sterilizing water producing device (51) comprising a stock solution tank (3) for storing a stock solution (52), a stroke pump (4) connected in communication to the stock solution tank, an electrolytic bath (5) connected in communication to the stroke pump, a discharge pipe (6) connected in communication to the electrolytic bath, and a dilution water tank (8) reserving dilution water (57). The dilution water tank (8) is so positioned relative to the tip position of the discharge pipe (6) that the tip of the discharge pipe (6) may be lower than the water level of the dilution water (57) reserved in the dilution water tank (8). The stock solution (52) is prepared by selecting any of the methods shown at (a-1) to (d).

Abstract: Dental compositions are provided comprising a compound of Formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: wherein n is an integer from about 2 to about 5.

Abstract: A non-cytotoxic chlorine dioxide composition and a mixed agent bleaching composition for tooth whitening are disclosed. Methods of use are also provided.

Abstract: Provided herein is a pharmaceutical or oral care product for treating or preventing oral diseases that is prepared with proteoglycan 4 (PRG4) as an active ingredient, the preparing method thereof and the use thereof in manufacturing medicaments or oral care products for treating or preventing oral diseases and maintenance of oral health. PRG4 may have efficacy in maintaining oral health and treating or preventing oral disease. This secreted glycoprotein, which is also called lubricin and superficial zone protein, is known to protect against frictional forces, cell adhesion and protein deposition.

Abstract: A teeth whitening dentifrice that enhances the shades of teeth with only a short application on the teeth. The dentifrice disrupts the surface tension between the teeth and the stains to provide with the aid of commonly known mechanical brushing and rising methods. 1 to 3 shades of whiter teeth. The toothpaste combines a non-polar solvent, a polar solvent, and a surfactant. An emulsion creates electrostatic interactions with the polar solvent and a reverse micelle to create a hydrophobic compound, which combines with the non-polar solvent to create a non-polar environment on the teeth. The polar solvent's strong electrostatic interactions in reverse micelles accelerate the removal of soluble material. The non-polar environment bonds with insoluble materials, such as extrinsic stains, to disrupt the surface tension between the teeth and the stain. Bleaching agents, thickeners, polishing agents, and other enhancers are mixed to the toothpaste to provide additional functions and characteristics.

Abstract: Methods, compositions, devices, and systems for administration to a biological tissue of a composition comprising a chlorine dioxide source are provided.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the use of antibiotics for preparing topical oral antibiotic formulations for treating and/or preventing black-line stains. This invention is further directed to a method of treating and/or preventing black-line stains comprising administration of a topical oral antibiotic formulation. The invention is additionally directed to a topical oral antibiotic formulation for use in treating and/or preventing black-line stains.

Abstract: A formulation for an oral care application comprises a linear polyphosphate or a polyphosphate blend having a short average effective chain length. The polyphosphate blend may further comprise a cyclic phosphate and a linear polyphosphate. The formulation provides whitening effects, decreased tooth sensitivity, strengthened tooth enamel, and remineralization. The present invention further relates to methods for making an oral care formulation comprising a linear polyphosphate or a polyphosphate blend having a short average effective chain length. Methods of applying an oral care formulation comprising a linear polyphosphate or a polyphosphate blend having a short average effective chain length are also disclosed.