Patents by Inventor Janet M. Wehrli

Janet M. Wehrli 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).

  • Patent number: 11103732
    Abstract: A method of improving the condition of teeth in a human mouth by continuing events of applying a composition containing calcium and a source of OH? ions, optionally in combination with amino acid/protein containing casein, so that the composition mixes with saliva and forms a slurry, followed by swishing the result around in the human mouth; the method also including, between at least two continuing events, applying a more solid composition that contains calcium and OH? and optionally casein, to problem areas of the teeth, such as where they are worn or chipped, and maintaining the contact by not intentionally removing it.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Inventors: James D. Welch, Janet M. Wehrli
  • Patent number: 10342646
    Abstract: A method of smoothing teeth by, for instance, filling in cracks, chips and eroded areas by applying calcium and/or casein and/or phosphate and a source of OH? ions thereto. The method optionally provides that very thin layer(s) of dental cement be interlaced with other applied materials, and that the results be maintained in contact with the teeth involved by application of a composition of matter that adheres to said teeth and holds the results in place, while allowing at least some permeation of saliva therethrough. The method can optionally involve application of a backing strip or tray or the like to secure the other materials in place, but this is not a requirement where the composition of matter is sufficiently securing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2019
    Inventors: James D. Welch, Janet M. Wehrli
  • Patent number: 10092488
    Abstract: A system and method which enables application of a material to teeth (and gums), which material remains in contact with, and adheres to, said teeth and gums for a period long enough to neutralize acids in dental plaque biofilm, inhibit plaque from adhering to teeth and gums, encourage removal of dental plaque, and form a barrier between the teeth and gums and the oral environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2018
    Inventor: Janet M. Wehrli
  • Patent number: 9833386
    Abstract: A method of smoothing teeth is disclosed that is based on surprising evidence achieved by practicing a method involving application of calcium powder or calcium containing composition to teeth, and maintaining it in contact with the teeth by application of an edible adherent wax containing material, that serves to maintain contact between the teeth and the calcium powder or calcium containing composition for at least one hour.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Inventors: James D. Welch, Janet M. Wehrli
  • Publication number: 20170296312
    Abstract: A method of smoothing teeth by, for instance, filling in cracks, chips and eroded areas by applying calcium and/or casein and/or phosphate and a source of OH? ions thereto. The method optionally provides that very thin layer(s) of dental cement be interlaced with other applied materials, and that the results be maintained in contact with the teeth involved by application of a composition of matter that adheres to said teeth and holds the results in place, while allowing at least some permeation of saliva therethrough. The method can optionally involve application of a backing strip or tray or the like to secure the other materials in place, but this is not a requirement where the composition of matter is sufficiently securing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2017
    Publication date: October 19, 2017
    Inventors: JAMES D. WELCH, JANET M. WEHRLI
  • Publication number: 20170105906
    Abstract: A method of smoothing teeth is disclosed, the utility of which is based on surprising empirical evidence achieved via practice of a method involving application of calcium thereto and maintaining it in contact therewith by application of a composition of matter that adheres to said teeth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2015
    Publication date: April 20, 2017
    Inventors: James D. Welch, Janet M. Wehrli
  • Patent number: 9498414
    Abstract: A system and method which enables application of a composition of matter to teeth (and gums), which composition of matter remains in contact with, and adheres to, said teeth and gums for a period long enough to neutralize acids in dental plaque biofilm, inhibit plaque from adhering to teeth and gums, encourage removal of dental plaque, and form a barrier between the teeth and gums and the oral environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2016
    Inventor: Janet M. Wehrli
  • Patent number: 7955591
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method of promoting oral hygiene and teeth re-calcification involving increasing crevicular fluid flow in a subject in the presence of hydroxide containing material such that OH? ions are formed and caused to contact the teeth. The method further involves causing calcium Ca++ ion containing material to simultaneously, or subsequently, contact the teeth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2011
    Inventor: Janet M. Wehrli
  • Patent number: 7029690
    Abstract: Disclosed are articles and oral compositions which enable positioning material(s) which absorb oral fluids into controlled, direct contact with at least one dental arch, or portion thereof, of a subject at the location where teeth emerge from dental arch gum tissue, in a manner conducive to increasing crevicular fluid flow while maintaining a relatively dry application field for a therapeutic and/or cosmetic result effecting period of time. The method is applicable to introduction of gingivally absorbed substances and to treatment of, for instance, periodontal gum disease wherein bacteria is swept along in the crevicular fluid and lysed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2006
    Assignee: Clinically Clean Inc.
    Inventor: Janet M. Wehrli
  • Patent number: 6475471
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method which provides for positioning materials which absorb oral fluids in into controlled, direct contact with at least one dental arch of a subject. The method is particularly applicable to treatment of periodontal gum disease where the material is made from a mixture of bicarbonate of soda, psyllium husk fiber and optionally at least one antimicrobial agent, in combination with a moistening agent and optional flavoring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2002
    Inventor: Janet M. Wehrli