Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and compositions comprising a basic amino acid, e.g., arginine, for the treatment of dry mouth.

Abstract: A dental composition which, e.g., eliminates or substantially reduces the discomfort and pain associated with dentinal hypersensitivity and exhibits enhanced anticaries and remineralization benefits, which composition contains a first component containing a calcium source, a second component containing an anion source and at least one of the components containing a basic amino acid in free or salt form, and the first and second components being maintained separate from each other until dispensed and combined for application to teeth.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions comprising a basic amino acid free or salt form and a soluble carbonate or bicarbonate salt.

Abstract: An oral care toothbrush includes a head mounted to one end of the handle containing a plurality of oral care elements. A dispenser for an oral care composition is mounted within the toothbrush. The oral care composition consists of arginine. The toothbrush is preferably made of small size and of lightweight so as to be readily portable for use away from the home.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a dental floss comprising a basic amino acid or salt thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to effervescent cleaning compositions comprising a basic amino acid.

Abstract: This invention relates to oral care compositions comprising an effective amount of a basic amino acid in free or salt form, together with a soluble calcium salt, and to methods of using and of making such compositions.

Abstract: The invention provides a beverage comprising a basic amino acid and a calcium salt.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to effervescent compositions comprising a basic amino acid.

Abstract: The present invention provides tooth-whitening compositions comprising a bleaching agent and a baste amino acid, together with devices for application thereof, and methods of use therefor.

Abstract: The present invention provides oral instruments comprising a basic amino acid, to compositions for making such instruments, and to methods of making and using such instruments.

Abstract: This invention relates to oral care compositions comprising an effective amount of a basic amino acid in free or salt form and a low dosage of fluoride and to methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of treating sensitive teeth comprising attaching a sealant composition comprising a basic amino acid to a person's tooth and allowing the basic amino acid to be slowly released over time in order to reduce chrome and/or acute tooth sensitivity together with compositions and methods of use.

Abstract: This invention relates to oral care compositions comprising an effective amount of a basic amino acid in free or salt form, together with an anionic surfactant, and to methods of using and of making such compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to oral care compositions comprising a basic amino acid or salt thereof, and a small particle fraction: and to methods of using and of making these compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel arginine salts, compositions comprising them, and their uses.

Abstract: This invention relates to oral care compositions comprising an effective amount of a salt of a basic amino acid the salt having a pH in an unbuffered solution of less than about 7.5; an effective amount of a soluble fluoride salt; and a particulate material which has a pH in an unbuffered solution of less than about 7.5; and to methods of using and of making such compositions.

Abstract: The invention includes methods of cleaning an oral surface, maintaining oral health and/or increasing oral health. Such methods encompass contacting an oral surface with a primary oral care composition at least once daily, contacting the oral surface with a periodic oral care maintenance composition at least once monthly, wherein the periodic oral care maintenance composition comprises a basic amino acid, in free or salt form and optionally contacting the oral surface with a periodic oral care cleaning composition at least once monthly. The periodic oral care cleaning compositions suitable for use in the method comprise an abrasive system.

Abstract: This invention relates to oral care compositions comprising an effective amount of a basic amino acid in free or salt form, together with an antibacterial agent, and to methods of using and of making such compositions.

Abstract: The invention includes methods of cleaning an oral surface, maintaining oral health and/or increasing oral health. Such methods encompass contacting an oral surface with a primary oral care composition at least once daily, contacting the oral surface with a periodic oral care maintenance composition at least once monthly, wherein the periodic oral care maintenance composition comprises a basic amino acid, in free or salt form and optionally contacting the oral surface with a periodic oral care cleaning composition at least once monthly. The periodic oral care cleaning compositions suitable for use in the method comprise an abrasive system.