Abstract: A dentifrice composition containing a polyethylene glycol having an average molecular weight of from about 3,000 to about 8,000, glycerin, precipitated silica, and a fluoride source. The polyethylene glycol forms a crystalline structure in the composition and the composition has a water activity from about 0.25 to about 0.46 measured at about 22° C.

Abstract: Oral care composition comprise a stannous ion source and a thickener consisting essentially of carrageenan and xanthan gum. A method for treating the oral cavity comprises administering the composition to the oral cavity in a toothpaste.

Abstract: A dentifrice composition containing a polyethylene glycol having an average molecular weight of from about 3,000 to about 8,000, glycerin, precipitated silica, and a fluoride source. The polyethylene glycol forms a crystalline structure in the composition and the composition has a water activity from about 0.25 to about 0.46 measured at about 22° C.

Abstract: A dentifrice composition containing a polyethylene glycol having an average molecular weight of from about 3,000 to about 8,000, glycerin, precipitated silica, and a fluoride source. The polyethylene glycol forms a crystalline structure in the composition and the composition has a water activity from about 0.25 to about 0.46 measured at about 22° C.

Abstract: Oral care composition comprise a stannous ion source and a thickener consisting essentially of carrageenan and xanthan gum. A method for treating the oral cavity comprises administering the composition to the oral cavity in a toothpaste.

Abstract: A dentifrice composition containing a polyethylene glycol having an average molecular weight of from about 3,000 to about 8,000, glycerin, precipitated silica, and a fluoride source. The polyethylene glycol forms a crystalline structure in the composition and the composition has a water activity from about 0.25 to about 0.46 measured at about 22° C.

Abstract: Topical compositions containing from about 40% to about 77% by weight of the composition of a humectant component, said component containing from about 0.25% to about 7% of a structuring humectant selected from polyethylene glycols having an average molecular weight of from about 3,000 to about 8,000, and mixtures thereof; and at least one secondary humectant; the topical composition further comprises abrasive from about 5% to about 35%; from about 0% to about 1.5% of a viscosity modifier; a total solids content of 50% or less; water from about 5% to about 12%; and wherein the structuring humectant is added to the composition in solution with solvent or is added in a controlled manner as a molten material to the composition at a temperature less than about 35° C. and with turbulent mixing or vigorous agitation.

Abstract: Topical compositions containing from about 40% to about 77% by weight of the composition of a humectant component, said component containing from about 0.25% to about 7% of a structuring humectant selected from polyethylene glycols having an average molecular weight of from about 3,000 to about 8,000, and mixtures thereof; and at least one secondary humectant; the topical composition further comprises abrasive from about 5% to about 35%; from about 0% to about 1.5% of a viscosity modifier; a total solids content of 50% or less; water from about 5% to about 12%; and wherein the structuring humectant is added to the composition in solution with solvent or is added in a controlled manner as a molten material to the composition at a temperature less than about 35° C. and with turbulent mixing or vigorous agitation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and an oral care composition for topical, oral administration in a human or other animal comprising: a. from about 1% to about 40%, by weight of the composition, of a retentive agent selected from the group consisting of water soluble hydrophilic gums, water soluble hydrophilic polymers, and mixtures thereof, the retentive agent having the property of hydrating upon exposure to water or saliva resulting in the composition forming an intact hydrated mass to provide a Retention Index of about 1 to about 4; and b. a safe and effective amount of a topical, oral care carrier; wherein the composition is a non-cariogenic, chewable solid unit dosage form; and the composition comprises less than about 65% by weight of water insoluble particulates.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and an oral care composition for topical, oral administration in a human or other animal comprising: a. from about 1% to about 40%, by weight of the composition, of a retentive agent selected from the group consisting of water soluble hydrophilic gums, water soluble hydrophilic polymers, and mixtures thereof, the retentive agent having the property of hydrating upon exposure to water or saliva resulting in the composition forming an intact hydrated mass to provide a Retention Index of about 1 to about 4; and b. a safe and effective amount of a topical, oral care carrier; wherein the composition is a non-cariogenic, chewable solid unit dosage form; and the composition comprises less than about 65% by weight of water insoluble particulates.

Abstract: Stable topical oral compositions comprising at least a minimally effective amount of chlorite ion are disclosed, wherein the pH of the final composition is greater than 7, the composition is essentially free of chlorine dioxide, and the composition is stable against loss of chlorite for a period of at least one year under normal storage conditions at about 25° C. or for a period of 3 months under accelerated storage conditions at about 40° C. Preferably the compositions further comprise a flavor system, which is stable against degradation by chlorite. The compositions are formulated as therapeutic rinses, especially mouth rinses, as well as toothpastes, gels, tooth powders, chewing gums, mouth sprays, lozenges (including breath mints), dental implements (such as dental floss and tape), and pet care products.

Abstract: Stable topical oral compositions comprising at least a minimally effective amount of chlorite ion are disclosed, wherein the pH of the final composition is greater than 7, the composition is essentially free of chlorine dioxide, and the composition is stable against loss of chlorite for a period of at least one year under normal storage conditions at about 25° C. or for a period of 3 months under accelerated storage conditions at about 40° C. Preferably the compositions further comprise a flavor system, which is stable against degradation by chlorite. The compositions are formulated as therapeutic rinses, especially mouth rinses, as well as toothpastes, gels, tooth powders, chewing gums, mouth sprays, lozenges (including breath mints), dental implements (such as dental floss and tape), and pet care products.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition for delivering an oral care substance to the oral cavity, comprising: (a) an organosiloxane resin; (b) a volatile carrier capable of solubilizing the organosiloxane resin; (c) a rheology modifier; and (d) at least one oral care substance. The present invention is also directed to such compositions comprising: (a) an organosiloxane resin; (b) a fluid diorganopolysiloxane polymer; (c) a volatile carrier capable of solubilizing the organosiloxane resin and the fluid diorganopolysiloxane polymer; (d) a rheology modifier; and (e) at least one oral care substance. Further disclosed is a method of using these compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition for delivering an oral care substance to the oral cavity, comprising: (a) an organosiloxane resin; (b) a volatile carrier capable of solubilizing the organosiloxane resin; (c) a rheology modifier; and (d) at least one oral care substance. The present invention is also directed to such compositions comprising: (a) an organosiloxane resin; (b) a fluid diorganopolysiloxane polymer; (c) a volatile carrier capable of solubilizing the organosiloxane resin and the fluid diorganopolysiloxane polymer; (d) a rheology modifier; and (e) at least one oral care substance.

Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions comprising a nonionic surfactant and/or amphoteric surfactant, an anionic surfactant, free pyrophosphate ions or tetrasodium pyrophosphate, free fluoride ions, and one or more aqueous carriers. The compositions may also contain an alkali metal bicarbonate salt and xylitol.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an oral composition comprising a soluble fluoride ion source, tetrasodium pyrophosphate, calcium peroxide, one or more nonionic surfactants and/or amphoteric surfactants, and one or more aqueous carriers; wherein the oral composition has a neat pH of from about 9.0 to about 10.5 and a total water content of from about 5% to about 20%. The invention may also include polyethylene glycol, an alkali metal bicarbonate salt, and xylitol.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an oral compositions comprising a soluble fluoride ion source, tetrasodium pyrophosphate, calcium peroxide, and one or more aqueous carriers, wherein the oral composition has a neat pH of from about 9.0 to about 10.5 and a total water content of from about 9.1% to about 20%. The invention may also include an alkali metal bicarbonate salt and xylitol.

Abstract: The method of manufacturing comprises the steps of: (a) preparing a mixture of a favor system, one or more humectants, and one or more aqueous carrier materials; (b) adding tetrasodium pyrophosphate and calcium peroxide, all at once or in portions, under conditions wherein less than about 20% of the total pyrophosphate and calcium peroxide are dissolved in the mixture; and wherein further any remaining aqueous carrier materials not added to the mixture during step (a) are added in whole or in part in step (b) or thereafter, either by themselves or with any remaining amount of the tetrasodium pyrophosphate or calcium peroxide, under conditions such that less than about 20% of the total pyrophosphate and calcium peroxide are dissolved in the mixture; (c) heating the mixture to a temperature range of from about 38.degree. C. (100.degree. F.) to about 71.degree. C. (160.degree. F.) and preferably to a temperature range of from about 52.degree. C. (125.degree. F.) to about 57.degree. C. (135.degree. F.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing predominately undissolved pyrophosphate and calcium peroxide compositions comprising the steps of: (a) preparing a mixture of a soluble fluoride ion source and one or more aqueous carrier materials; (b) adding tetrasodium pyrophosphate and calcium peroxide, all at once or in portions, under conditions wherein less than about 20% of the total pyrophosphate and calcium peroxide are dissolved in the mixture, and wherein any further remaining aqueous carrier materials not added to the mixtures during step (a) are added in whole or in part in step (b) or thereafter, either by themselves or with any remaining amount of the tetrasodium pyrophosphate or calcium peroxide under conditions such that less then about 20% of the total pyrophosphate and calcium peroxide are dissolved in the mixture; and (c) heating the mixture.