Patents Examined by Walter Webb
  • Oral care compositions comprising pearlescent pigments
    Patent number: 9050250
    Abstract: The invention provides an oral care composition suitable for delivering a temporary whitening effect to the surface of teeth, the composition comprising: a continuous phase comprising water or polyhydric alcohol or a mixture thereof; a tooth surface whitening agent which is dispersed in the continuous phase, and a deposition aid for the tooth surface whitening agent; characterized in that the tooth surface whitening agent is a pearlescent pigment in an amount of at least 0.1% by weight based on the total weight of the composition, the pearlescent pigment being formed by coating one or more metal oxide layers onto particles of an inorganic substrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2015
    Assignee: Conopco Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Joiner, Andrew Philip Parker, Carole Jane Philpotts
  • Rapidly dissolving comestible solid
    Patent number: 9023414
    Abstract: A rapidly dissolving comestible solid is disclosed that includes a fondant formed from a super saturated solution having a bulk sweetener, a hydrocolloid, a texturizing agent, and water. Other ingredients may also be added, and in embodiments in which the solid is provided as a breath freshener, flavoring agents, cooling agents and/or other ingredients useful in conventional breath freshening products may be used. A method for making the comestible solid is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2015
    Assignee: The Hershey Company
    Inventors: Thomas J. Carroll, Steven M. Kumiega
  • Ophthalmic lens
    Patent number: 9017716
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to an ophthalmic lens integrally formed with a hydrogel, the hydrogel including a copolymer obtained from a composition containing (A) an ionic compound including a cation having a polymerizable functional group, and a fluorine-containing anion (hereinafter, referred to as (A) ionic compound), and (B) a hydrophilic compound having a polymerizable functional group.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2015
    Assignee: Menicon Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Kohsuke Satake
  • Process for lightening keratin materials using an emulsion comprising an alkaline agent and an oxidizing composition
    Patent number: 9017424
    Abstract: The present disclosure therefore relates to a method for lightening keratin materials, in which the following are used: (a) a direct emulsion (A) comprising at least one fatty substance in an amount greater than 25% by weight, such as greater than 50%, at least one surfactant; at least one alkaline agent and an amount of water greater than 5% by weight, of the total weight of the emulsion, (b) a composition (B) comprising at least one oxidizing agent. It also relates to a multi-compartment device comprising, in one compartment, an emulsion (A), in another compartment a composition (B) comprising at least one oxidizing agent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2015
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Leïla Hercouet, Anne-Laure Bernard, Dominique Bordeaux
  • Biocompatible polyelectrolyte complexes and methods of use
    Patent number: 9005662
    Abstract: An article comprising a polyelectrolyte complex comprising an interpenetrating network of at least one predominantly positively charged polyelectrolyte polymer and at least one predominantly negatively charged polyelectrolyte polymer, the polyelectrolyte complex further comprising a plurality of closed-shell pores, the plurality of pores having at least one average transverse dimension between about 100 nanometer and about 1000 micrometers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Assignee: The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Joseph B. Schlenoff
  • Teeth whitening compositions and methods
    Patent number: 8986719
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignee: KLOX Technologies Inc.
    Inventors: Remigio Piergallini, Nikolaos Loupis
  • Dental care product
    Patent number: 8980232
    Abstract: A dental care product comprises an orally acceptable carrier or excipient, and a bacterial resistance copolymer, which comprises a zwitterionic block and a charged anchoring block, wherein the anchoring block binds to tooth surfaces by electrostatic attraction, and the zwitterionic block extends outwardly to reduce the attachment of bacteria to tooth surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Assignee: Chung Yuan Christian University
    Inventors: Yung Chang, Yu-Ju Shih, Bor-Shiunn Lee, Ruoh-Chyu Ruaan, Da-Ming Wang, Juin-Yih Lai
  • Use of boswellic acids for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of damage to and/or inflammation of the islets of Langerhans
    Patent number: 8975228
    Abstract: Disclosed are methods and compositions related to the use of boswellic acids (such as acetyl-11-keto-?-boswellic acid, 11-keto-?-boswellic acid, ?-boswellic acid, acetyl-?-boswellic acid, 9,11-dehydro-?-boswellic acid, acetyl-9,11-dehydro-?-boswellic acid, ?-boswellic acid, acetyl-?-boswellic acid, 11-dehydro-?-boswellic acid, acetyl-9,11-dehydro-?-boswellic acid, lupeolic acid, acetyl lupeolic acid, 12-ursene-2-diketone, incensole, incensole acetate, a derivative, in particular an ester thereof, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a combination thereof, or a preparation containing one or more of these compounds) for the human medical or veterinary prophylaxis and/or treatment of: a) damage to and/or inflammation of the islets of Langerhans and/or b) damage to the B-cells of the islets of Langerhans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Assignee: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Forderung der Angewandten Forschung E.V.
    Inventor: Hermann P. T. Ammon
  • Ingestible product and method for enhancing the appearance and quality of teeth in-vivo
    Patent number: 8974848
    Abstract: Tooth stain resulting from exposure to coloring agents contained in food and beverages, generally termed foodstuffs, is reduced, prevented and/or reversed by the addition of consumable anti-staining materials to the foodstuff anytime prior to ingestion. The anti-staining materials may be introduced into the foodstuff during the manufacturing process or added by the consumer at the time of preparation or use. A number of materials which interact with tooth stains and/or staining agents to counteract their effect and/or reduce their coloration as well as substances which interact with teeth to block the interaction of staining agents with teeth are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Inventors: Barry W. Carothers, Donald N. Riggs
  • Material for forming a multi-level antimicrobial surface coating and its preparation
    Patent number: 8968758
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for preparing a material in the form of liquid for forming an antimicrobial surface coating with multi-level antimicrobial properties, comprising: encapsulating one or more volatile or gaseous biocides in two or more amphiphilic block copolymers to obtain a w/o/w double emulsion, and mixing the w/o/w double emulsion with one or more nonvolatile biocides, each of which is selected from the group consisting of a metal containing biocide, triclosan, a carboxylic acid, a sugar acid and a combination thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    Inventors: King Lun Yeung, Wai Kin Leung
  • Multi-arm polymeric alkanoate conjugates
    Patent number: 8962566
    Abstract: Among other aspects, provided herein are multi-armed polymer conjugates comprising an alkanoate-linker, compositions comprising such conjugates, and related methods of making and administering the same. Methods of treatment employing such conjugates and related uses are also provided. The conjugates are prepared with high drug loading efficiencies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Nektar Therapeutics
    Inventors: Antoni Kozlowski, Samuel P. McManus, Jennifer Riggs-Sauthier, Xiaoming Shen, Wen Zhang
  • Mouth rinses and tooth sensitivity treatment compositions
    Patent number: 8961940
    Abstract: The present invention relates to tooth sensitivity treatment compositions, including mouth rinses, comprising C2-C5 diacid, triacid or tetraacid salts and a tastemasking agent(s). Methods for using the compositions are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.
    Inventors: Deepak Sharma, Roger Mifsud
  • Strip for the delivery of oral care compositions
    Patent number: 8956162
    Abstract: Provided herein is a strip, shaped for the application to the labile surface of the front teeth and/or gums of a subject, which strip is provided with at least one oral care composition for delivery to a pre-determined area of the teeth and/or gums of the subject. Also provided herein are uses for delivery of compositions. Further provided are uses of the strip in combination with a dental device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2015
    Assignee: Sylphar N.V.
    Inventors: Guy De Vreese, Robin List
  • Compositions and methods for treating centrally mediated nausea and vomiting
    Patent number: 8951969
    Abstract: Provided are compositions and methods for treating or preventing nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or surgery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Assignee: Helsinn Healthcare SA
    Inventors: Fabio Trento, Sergio Cantoreggi, Giorgia Rossi, Roberta Cannella, Daniele Bonadeo
  • Compositions useful for tooth whitening
    Patent number: 8945519
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Assignee: McNeil-PPC, Inc.
    Inventors: Deepak Sharma, Saroja Narasimhan
  • Regulated delivery systems for inner ear drug application and uses thereof
    Patent number: 8945625
    Abstract: The invention relates to a controlled release delivery compositions and methods of using them for pathologies associated with Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck. Specifically, the invention relates to regulating drug delivery by the use of chitosan based matrices together with chitosanases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Assignee: The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania
    Inventors: Bert W. O'Malley, Daqing Li
  • Formulations for the treatment of mucositis induced by antitumor or immunosuppressive therapy
    Patent number: 8940338
    Abstract: Formulations containing sanguinarine or chelerythrine or the salts thereof or extracts containing them in admixture with suitable carriers and/or excipients for the treatment and/or prevention of mucositis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Assignee: Indena S.p.A.
    Inventors: Ezio Bombardelli, Gabriele Fontana
  • Process for making dry and stable hemostatic compositions
    Patent number: 8940335
    Abstract: Described is a process for making a dry and stable hemostatic composition, said process comprising a) providing a dry granular preparation of a biocompatible polymer suitable for use in hemostasis, b) coating the granules in said dry granular preparation with a preparation of a coagulation inducing agent, thereby obtaining coagulation inducing agent coated polymer granules, c) filling said coagulation inducing agent coated polymer granules into a final container, d) finishing the final container to a storable pharmaceutical device containing said coagulation inducing agent coated polymer granules as a dry and stable hemostatic composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Assignees: Baxter International Inc., Baxter Healthcare S.A.
    Inventor: Andreas Goessl
  • Oral hygiene compositions
    Patent number: 8940278
    Abstract: Oral hygiene compositions suitable for use as dentifrice compositions comprising a silicon abrasive agent are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Assignee: Intrinsiq Materials Global Limited
    Inventor: Leigh Trevor Canham
  • Protective wound dressing device for oral and pharyngeal space
    Patent number: 8932623
    Abstract: The present invention provides a wound dressing comprising a tessellated water-soluble molding matrix comprised of a polymer selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl alcohol, gelatin, and mixtures thereof and a 1,1-disubstituted ethylene monomer. The present invention further provides methods of using the wound dressing and kits containing the wound dressing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Assignee: Ethicon, Inc.
    Inventor: Scott Alan Keplinger