Abstract: A treatment for xerostomia, employing a composition having the active ingredient of safe oral oxygenator and a seed oil is described. The safe oral oxygenator can include either carbamide peroxide or sodium perborate and the seed oil can be macadamia nut oil. The oral care composition may further include one or more additives, such as glycerin (or another humectant), saliva enzyme, proanthocyanidins (e.g., PYCNOGENOL), resveratrol, a sugar alcohol, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, Coenzyme Q10, and folic acid. The oral care composition can be used for the treatment of xerostomia by applying the oral composition to the oral cavity. In addition, this oral care composition can be used for the treatment of vocal cord dysfunction, throat closure, candida, and can be further used in women's intimate care.

Abstract: An oral composition having a biofilm formation inhibitory action is provided. An oral composition, comprising a plant extract which is a hot water extract of Japanese mustard spinach, potherb mustard, mibuna, hot radish, cress, ostrich fern, Japanese angelica tree, or ice plant.

Abstract: A botanical tooth whitener composition comprises a quantity of camellia oil, a flavoring, and a thickening agent. The composition is comprised of natural substances and is generally free of chemical additives commonly found in related products. The composition may be used to reduce tooth discoloration or staining by brightening the teeth exposed thereto. A method of treating discolored or stained teeth comprises the steps of obtaining a botanical tooth whitener composition, dispensing a quantity thereof onto or into an applicator, and applying the composition to a tooth or teeth via the applicator. The applicator may be any of a spray bottle, brush pen, toothbrush, and dental tray.

Abstract: The dentifrice powder comprises grains of ground pumice stone coated with particles of a dry extract of fruit tree leaves, in particular pawpaw leaves, and is preferably obtained by carrying out a method comprising the following steps: producing a decoction of fruit tree leaves in water; filtering the decoction using a sieve with a mesh of 100 ?m; adding ground pumice stone having grains with a maximum dimension of 100 ?m; and atomizing the mixture in a stream of hot air with an inlet temperature of close to 300° C. and an outlet temperature of close to 100° C.

Abstract: The present invention provides therapeutic compositions comprising extracts of the plant species Echinacea purpurea and Sambucus nigra and the extract(s) of at least one further plant selected from the group consisting of Hypericum perforatum, Commiphora molmol and Centella asiatica. The compositions of the invention are of particular utility in the management of inflammatory mucosal diseases of both viral and non-viral origin.

Abstract: The invention provides multi-textured animal treats and methods for making the multi-textured animal treats. In a general aspect, the multi-textured animal treat includes one or more soft component comprising a mechanical joint that is wrapped around a hard component fixedly attached to the mechanical joint on the soft component. The soft component can include a mechanical joint alone or a combination of edible adhesives and a mechanical joint for providing an additional attachment mechanism to the hard component.

Abstract: This invention relates to oral care composition, methods of use and methods of manufacture thereof in the form of a toothtape that can be used to brush or clean teeth and the oral cavity. Particularly, the invention relates to a non-traditional dentifrice that comes in the form of a tape that can, for example, adhere to the oral cavity and particularly the teeth and be dispensed for single use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an oral care composition comprising catechins. We have found that the catechins tend to darken the colour of the chalk based toothpaste due to its oxidation which happens at the high pH of the toothpaste. Once the catechins are oxidized and darken the colour of the toothpaste it is no longer available as such for providing anti-inflammatory benefits. It is an object of the invention to provide a chalk based toothpaste formulation which does not turn substantially dark due to ox illation of catechins. The present inventors while working with oral care compositions comprising catechins preferably green tea catechins for providing anti-inflammatory benefits, surprisingly found that some selected zinc salts when added in particular quantities do not result in darkening the colour of the toothpaste, and also, when stored, are able to deliver green tea catechins.

Abstract: The invention relates to triterpenes and triterpene glycosides of the formula (I) and/or physiologically acceptable salts thereof, preferably naturally occurring triterpenes and triterpene glycosides from Mycetia balansae and/or physiologically acceptable salts thereof and orally consumable formulations comprising one or a plurality of these triterpenes and triterpene glycosides and/or physiologically acceptable salts thereof. The invention further relates to the use of these triterpenes and triterpene glycosides and/or physiologically acceptable salts thereof, preferably an extract of Mycetia balansae, for generating a sweet impression in an orally consumable formulation or for reinforcing the sweet impression of an orally consumable formulation comprising at least one further, preferably naturally occurring, sweet-tasting substance.

Abstract: An improved method and system for reducing the condition of bad breath is provided. The system is directed to a breath freshening composition which includes a plurality of sugar alcohol carbonated crystals as a delivery medium, to which a vegetable or nut oil, and a zinc based compound for controlling bad breath are added. The composition is prepared by first producing the sugar alcohol carbonated crystals and then adding to said crystals, preferably by spraying, the vegetable or nut oil and the zinc based compound. Additional ingredients may be added to the carbonated crystals, including sugar based alcohols for inhibiting bacterial growth, flavor powders and sweeteners.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a lupeol-rich extract for the production of a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition for treating and/or preventing a connective tissue degeneration. Said invention also relates to the use of a lupeol-rich extract for the production of a pharmaceutical composition for preventing and/or treating non-inflammatory articular pathologies, periodontal diseases and stretch marks. The invention also relates to the use of a lupeol-rich extract for the production of a cosmetic composition as a cicatrizing agent, a restructuring agent and an anti-sagging agent for skin and/or mucosae.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antibacterial agent and a hydrolysate made of at least one extract that has been produced by extraction using ethanol/water from dried plant material of: a) at least one of the plants selected from the group consisting of: Verbena officinalis L., Sambucus nigra L., Primula veris L., Primula elatior (L.) Hill, and Gentiana lutea L.; and a mixture thereof; or b) a mixture of: Verbena officinalis L., Sambucus nigra L., Primula veris L., Gentiana lutea L., and Rumicis herba; and subsequent removal of the ethanol/water extraction agent, wherein the hydrolysate can be obtained from the extract via hydrolytic treatment using a mineral acid. The hydrolyzates according to the invention show a pronounced antibacterial effect against germs relevant to the skin, ears, nose, and throat and respiratory systems.

Abstract: A natural anhydrous oral care composition with a limited number of naturally-derived, naturally processed, generally regarded as safe (GRAS) ingredients including an effective amount of a bioactive glass is described. The topical application of the composition to human teeth cleanses, remineralizes and reduces plaque build-up on teeth.

Abstract: Improved remineralizing and desensitizing compositions containing remineralizing ingredients in aqueous-free emulsions that, in the presence of saliva, form mucoadhesive gels substantive to tooth surfaces; wherein the gels are dissolved by saliva gradually releasing remineralizing ingredients onto tooth surfaces, treatments with these compositions and methods of manufacture.

Abstract: A homeopathic composition and method for treating a variety of skin irritations, wounds, and diseases is disclosed. The homeopathic composition may contain as active ingredients salicyclic acid, trona or one of its salts, and at least one homeopathic agent.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to improved sweetener compositions and oral care compositions, especially those in the form of a toothpaste or oral/dental rinse, comprising the same. The sweetener composition comprises a combination of saccharin, sucralose and a rebaudioside, or sweeteners of similar sucrose equivalence and type, preferably in a ratio of about 1:about 1: about 2. The sweetener composition of the invention was found to significantly improve the taste profile, long lasting freshness and clean feel of oral care compositions and to deliver an in-use sweetness that was more natural and pleasant than artificial sweeteners alone.

Abstract: A chewing gum with a liquid-fill composition and a surrounding gum region, with one or both containing active ingredients, such as herbal, medicinal and/or mineral elements or combinations thereof, present in an amount of at least about 0.05 mg.

Abstract: Methods for inhibiting the development of respiratory infections in humans are disclosed.

Abstract: Described herein are oral compositions comprising an extract obtained from Arialaceae, Zingiberaceae, Lamiaceae, Fabaceae, Solanaceae, Punicaceae. Asteraceae or mixtures thereof; Their uses for alleviating dry mouth is also described.

Abstract: The invention relates to personal care products containing multilayer films with decorative layers and may impart a noticeable color change. The invention is applicable in products including type toothpaste, soaps, and other products until diluted with water (or saliva).

Abstract: Described is the use of isoamyl acetate in food compositions for weight management and/or weight control. Further described is a beverage containing isoamyl acetate.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to water-soluble compositions for providing hops constituents, particularly alpha acids, iso-alpha acids, and beta acids. A pharmaceutical gel composition can comprise a hops extract and a surfactant. Such compositions can be formulated into products for various therapeutic applications, including oral and topical uses. Such compositions can also be dissolved in water to yield a clear solution containing more dilute hops acids. The invention also provides methods of treatment comprising administering water-soluble hops compositions. The present invention is also drawn to methods for making water-soluble preparations of hops constituents.

Abstract: An oral composition containing an essential oil that provides a physical warming sensation when administered to the oral cavity and a method for achieving a physical warming sensation by administering the oral composition. The essential oil is rich in cis and trans-Piperitone Oxide and Piperitenone Oxide that impart unique organoleptic characteristics when the essential oil is used as the primary flavoring ingredient or as an additive in flavor compositions for chewing gum, confections, oral care applications, beverages, and general food applications.

Abstract: Flavour components for use in oral care compositions containing a metal salt, compositions comprising the flavour components, and methods of making and using the same. The flavour components comprise a taste -masking agent comprising cinnamic aldehyde, eugenol and eucalyptol and one or more flavouring agents selected from L-menthol, N-ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide, anethole, peppermint oil, spearmint oil and corn mint oil. In particular the metal salt is zinc citrate.

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: The present invention relates to an antibacterial pharmaceutical composition comprising an Aceriphyllum rossii extract, and aceriphyllic acid A and 3-oxo-12-oleanen-27-oic acid isolated therefrom. The Aceriphyllum rossii extract of the present invention, and aceriphyllic acid A and 3-oxo-12-oleanen-27-oic acid isolated therefrom have strong antibacterial activities against Staphylococcus aureus, methicillin-resistant S. aureus, quinolone-resistant S. aureus, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus, Micrococcus luteus, Bacillus subtilis or Streptococcus mutans, Propionibacterium acnes, thereby being used for the prevention or treatment of pathogenic bacterial and resistant bacterial infections, cariogenic bacterial and acne bacterial infections.

Abstract: Methods of preparing a dentifrice comprising polymer matrix film with a low solubility flavorant therein are disclosed. The methods comprise combining a polymer matrix film that are free of a low solubility flavorant with a dentifrice base comprising a low solubility flavorant and maintaining the combined polymer matrix film with the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant for an amount of time sufficient for an amount of a low solubility flavorant to transfer from the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant to the polymer matrix film Products comprising low solubility flavorant-free polymer matrix film in a dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant are also disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are polymer systems and compositions comprising polymer systems, and methods of preparing and using the same.

Abstract: Methods of preparing a dentifrice comprising polymer matrix film with a low solubility flavorant therein are disclosed. The methods comprise combining a polymer matrix film that are free of a low solubility flavorant with a dentifrice base comprising a low solubility flavorant and maintaining the combined polymer matrix film with the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant for an amount of time sufficient for an amount of a low solubility flavorant to transfer from the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant to the polymer matrix film Products comprising low solubility flavorant-free polymer matrix film in a dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant are also disclosed.

Abstract: A composition and method for treating a bone condition of an animal. The composition includes a nanoformulation of active ingredients. The active ingredients include Lepidium Sativum or other Lepidium extracts, calcium, vitamin D, and antioxidants. The method for treating a bone condition includes introducing the composition into the animal.

Abstract: Described herein are chewable articles intended to be provided to animals for purposes including dental cleaning, breath freshening, nutrition, administration to the animal of beneficial agents, satisfaction of the animal's urge to chew, and general enjoyment by the animal. The chews are made to be appetizing to the animal, to satisfy an urge to chew, to effect abrasive cleaning of the animal's teeth, to deliver one or more active agents to the oral cavity of the animal, or a combination of these. The chews have a resilient, chewable texture and are shaped to facilitate dental cleaning, to facilitate oral grasping by the animal, to appeal to human owners of the animal, to enhance the human-animal bond, or a combination of these. Also disclosed are apparatus and methods for making such chewable articles and for formulating and using them to effect dental health in animals.

Abstract: A dentifrice composition comprising an orally acceptable vehicle having distributed therein a water hydratable film flakes having a matrix comprised of a water soluble hydroxy alkyl cellulose polymer and a starch, and flaying entrained therein a constituent selected from therapeutic cosmetic and decorative materials.

Abstract: Methods of preparing a dentifrice comprising polymer matrix film with menthol therein are disclosed. The methods comprise combining a polymer matrix film that comprises hydrophobic additives and is free of a low solubility flavorant such as menthol with a dentifrice base comprising a low solubility flavorant such as menthol and maintaining the combined polymer matrix film with the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant for an amount of time sufficient for an amount of a low solubility flavorant to transfer from the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant to the polymer matrix film and establish an equilibrium of menthol concentration between the polymer matrix film and the dentifrice base. Products comprising low solubility flavorant-free polymer matrix film in a dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant are also disclosed.

Abstract: Described herein, are films, compositions containing the films and methods of preparing a dentifrice comprising the films, wherein the films contain a low solubility flavorant.

Abstract: The present disclosure is in relation to a herbal cleansing composition comprising extracts from five plants namely Emblica officinalis, Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellerica, Glycyrrhiza glabra and Azadiracta indica. Further, the present disclosure also relates to a process of obtaining said composition and applications thereof, wherein the composition is preferably used as an oral wash for delaying the onset of oral mucositis in cancer patients undergoing radiation treatment.

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: Disclosed are compositions, apparatus, and related methods and systems for oral health care.

Abstract: The present invention provides an antibacterial oral rinse formulation having enhanced antibacterial activity against oral bacteria associated with infectious and inflammatory processes for preventing and/or treating inflammatory diseases or inflammatory processes associated with diseases in an individual by inhibiting the transient bacteremia associated with oral hygiene activities by the individual. Also provided is a method for preventing and/or treating inflammatory diseases or inflammatory processes associated with diseases in an individual by inhibiting transient bacteremia associated with oral hygiene activities by the individual, comprising rinsing with the antibacterial oral rinse formulation for a period of time immediately prior to engaging in oral hygiene activities.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising benzophenanthridine alkaloids, benzofuran compounds and catechin polyphenols, which are useful in the treatment and prevention of infections of the oral cavity.

Abstract: In the conventional methods for suppressing dental caries using antibacterial agents, enzyme inhibitors or antibiotics, exocellular polysaccharides in oral biofilm prevent the permeation of antibacterial agents, enzyme inhibitors, antibiotics, or the like, and it is thus difficult to render intended suppressive effects on dental caries. Further, use of antibacterial agents or the like involves a high risk of resistant bacteria emergence, and thus it is not preferable. Thus, there remains a need for the development of a safer and more effective method for suppressing dental caries by regulating biofilm formation caused by dental caries causative bacteria instead of controlling the dental caries causative bacteria. A composition which regulates a quorum sensing according to the present invention can provide the inhibition of the tooth decay biofilm formation.

Abstract: Oral composition comprising a Camellia extract of semi-oxidized tissue from a member of the genus Camellia and an enhancing agent.

Abstract: An emulsifying composition, characterised in that it contains by weight, excluding impurities, (i) 1 to 98% by weight of a mixture of alkyl glycosides R1O(G1)g1(G2)g2(G3)g3(G4)g4(G5)g5, (ii) 1 to 90% by weight of a mixture of alcohol esters R2OZ, (iii) 1 to 90% of an alcohol R3OH, and (iv) 4 to 90% of a mixture of alkyl glycoside esters R4O(X1)x1(Z)z1(X2)x2(Z)z2(X3)x3(Z)z3(X4)x4(Z)z4(X5)x5(Z)z5, is disclosed In accordance with the composition, R1 is a hydrocarbon radical, linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated, having 10 to 22 carbon atoms. G1, G2, G3, G4, G5 are identical or different residues of -oses selected from glucose, galactose, mannose, fructose, ribose, xylose and arabinose, g1, g2, g3, g4 and g5 being equal to 0 or 1, the sum of g1, g2, g3, g4 and g5 being at least equal to 1. The composition has emulsifying capacity in the presence of electrolytes or in the case of paraffin-based emulsions.

Abstract: A composition of matter and a method are disclosed including mixing pieces of solid beeswax and liquid jojoba wax at a predetermined temperature within a predetermined range of temperatures, filtering the mixture, and cooling the mixture to form a colloidal gel.

Abstract: A dentifrice composition comprising an orally acceptable vehicle having distributed therein a water hydratable film flakes having a matrix comprised of a water soluble hydroxy alkyl cellulose polymer and a starch, and having entrained therein a constituent selected from therapeutic cosmetic and decorative materials.

Abstract: A periodontal bacterial growth inhibitor contains as an active ingredient a Macaranga tanarius extract extracted from Macaranga tanarius with an extraction solvent including at least an organic solvent. Alternatively, the periodontal bacterial growth inhibitor contains as an active ingredient at least one selected from nymphaeol-A, nymphaeol-B, and nymphaeol-C. The periodontal bacterial growth inhibitor is used by being blended to, for example, an oral hygiene product or a food and drink.

Abstract: Disclosed are a toothpowder composition and a method for manufacturing the same. The disclosed toothpowder composition contains wheat flour and bamboo salt. The method includes addition of wheat flour and bamboo salt to prepare a powder mixture. Further disclosed is a method of manufacturing a tooth-washing tablet using the toothpowder composition.

Abstract: An animal chew including a surface comprising a base composition, wherein the animal chew exhibits a hardness in the range of Shore 70A to Shore 70D as measured by ASTM D2240-05(2010) and a flexural modulus in the range of 50×103 psi to 500×103 psi as measured by ASTM D790-10 and Ascophyllum nodosum applied onto at least a portion of the surface of the animal chew, wherein the Ascophyllum nodosum is present in an amount of 0.1% by weight to 5.0% by weight of the animal chew. At least 10% by weight of the total amount of the Ascophyllum nodosum present in the animal chew may be applied to the animal chew surface.

Abstract: A topical vitamin D and UBIQUINOL supplement composition useful in treating oral inflammation and reducing oxidative stress comprising: a supplement mixture of vitamin D and UBIQUINOL in an aqueous-free emulsion containing: spilanthes extract, stabilizing compositions for UBIQUINOL and trans-oral mucosal absorption facilitators for the supplement mixture; where the emulsion forms a mucoadhesive gel in the presence of saliva, that effects passive diffusion through the oral mucosa of the supplement mixture and spilanthes extract regulating: in vivo availability and immune response of the supplement mixture, and maintaining adequate levels of circulating vitamin D and of adjunctively administered UBIQUINOL, while minimizing the risk of hypercalcemia.

Abstract: Disclosed are oral care compositions and the use of such oral care compositions for inhibiting co-aggregation of oral bacteria and inhibiting bacterial growth. Also disclosed are methods for inhibiting co-aggregation of oral bacteria and inhibiting bacterial growth. The oral care composition includes cranberry extract non-dialyzable material, in which the cranberry extract non-dialyzable material is present in an amount effective to inhibit co-aggregation of oral bacteria and/or inhibit bacterial growth.

Abstract: A tooth glossing and/or finishing composition including one or both of a wax and an acidic neutralizer with an optional additive of a vegetable gelling agent.