Abstract: Described herein are dental treatment compositions, more particularly, a dental varnish composition useful in effective fluoridation, enhancement of remineralization the tooth enamel, and hypersensitivity through occlusion of dentine tubule. The dental varnish composition includes a hydrogel system and at least one fluoride source, wherein the dental varnish is water soluble. The hydrogel system includes at least one polyphenol having at least one phenol group, at least one polymer, and a metal ion. Described herein are also methods of making dental varnish composition in a single step and one pot synthesis.

Abstract: A sustained-release, dental fluoride varnish material includes about 5 percent by weight of NaF; up to about 10 percent by weight of glycerin; up to about 5 percent by weight of fumed silica; and optionally, an amount of varnish additives selected from the group consisting of flavorants, rosins, gums and alcohols.

Abstract: A method of applying a dental composition to tooth surfaces is provided. The dental composition, comprising polymerizable resin and fluorescing compound, is applied to a tooth surface and cured so that it hardens. The composition is preferably used as a dental sealant that provides a hard, glossy surface finish over a tooth. Upon irradiating the sealant with ultraviolet light, the sealant exhibits a bright fluorescent glow. The sealant reverts immediately to its natural color when it is no longer exposed to the ultraviolet light.

Abstract: A sustained-release, dental fluoride varnish material includes about 5 percent by weight of NaF; up to about 10 percent by weight of glycerin; up to about 5 percent by weight of fumed silica; and optionally, an amount of varnish additives selected from the group consisting of flavorants, rosins, gums and alcohols.

Abstract: A tip (10) for the dispensing of a material such as from a syringe (31) has an inlet end (11) and an outlet end (12) and a body (13). The tip (10) is also provided with a cap (50) that physically engages and cooperates with at least one nub (51) to improve the removable securing of the cap (50) to the tip (10). The cap (50) covers the outlet end (12) and has an interior surface (52) dimensioned to physically contact the nubs (51) when in place upon the tip (10).

Abstract: The present invention provides a fusion implant for use between adjacent bony structures and related methods. The implant includes a body and at least one reinforcing member positionable within the body.