Patents by Inventor Helena Yli-Urpo

Helena Yli-Urpo has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Glass ionomers for enhancing mineralization of hard tissue
    Publication number: 20030167967
    Abstract: The invention relates to glass ionomer for enhancing mineralization of hard tissue of mammals. The glass ionomer comprises, a inert biocompatible ceramic and a bioactive ceramic. The invention also relates to a method for enhancing mineralization of hard tissue of mammals with the aid of said glass ionomer. The invention further relates to the use of said glass ionomer for the preparation of products intended for treatment of defects of soft and hard tissue as well as the use of said glass ionomer for the preparation of a variety of products wherein the ability to enhance mineralization is advantageous.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2002
    Publication date: September 11, 2003
    Inventors: Timo Narhi, Antti Yli-Urpo, Helena Yli-Urpo, Joni Korventausta, Mika Jokinen