Abstract: A topically applied composition that is used to treat infections caused by pathogenic organisms. The composition contains melaleuca alternifolia extract oil to reduce the present population of the pathogenic organisms at the infection site. The composition also contains an immunostimulant that strengthens the immuno-response of the infected tissue in the area of application. The composition also includes an antioxidant that scavenges free radicals in the infected tissue and helps inhibit free radical damage. By combining these active ingredients in a carrier that can be topically applied, a composition is created that treats most every type of infection caused by pathogenic organisms with little or no side effects.

Abstract: A topically applied composition that is used to treat infections caused by pathogenic organisms. The composition contains melaleuca alternifolia extract oil to reduce the present population of the pathogenic organisms at the infection site. The composition also contains an immunostimulant that strengthens the immuno-response of the infected tissue in the area of application. The composition also includes an antioxidant that scavenges free radicals in the infected tissue and helps inhibit free radical damage. By combining these active ingredients in a carrier that can be topically applied, a composition is created that treats most every type of infection caused by pathogenic organisms with little or no side effects.

Abstract: The present invention is a compound and method for treating and preventing periodontal disease. The compound contains a gum tissue regeneration agent, such as coenzyme Q.sub.10, and a antimicrobial agent, such as melaleuca alternifolia extract oil, mixed into a solution medium. The compound is applied to the bristles of a brush. The brush then is used to introduce the compound into any pockets that may exist between and around the teeth and gums because of periodontal disease. Once introduced into pockets between the teeth and gums, the compound has a dual effect. First, the antimicrobial agent kills any bacteria in the pockets and prevents the growth of new bacteria in the pockets. Second, the gum tissue regeneration agent promotes growth of the gums against the teeth. As a result, the size of the pockets is reduced over time until the pockets are no longer abnormal and the damage from past periodontal disease is at least partially repaired.