Abstract: A composition for measurably improving oral health, a system including the composition, a method of using the composition and system, and a method of forming the composition and system are disclosed. The composition is a gel that maintains contact with a portion of an oral cavity for an extended period of time to, for example, prevent or reduce plaque and calculus buildup. The system includes a composition and a container encapsulating the composition. The composition is applied by rupturing the container and applying the composition through the ruptured portion of the container. In exemplary embodiments, the methods, systems and kits disclosed herein are suitable for measurably reducing an amount of gingivitis, periodontitis, bleeding, plaque and/or tartar.

Abstract: A composition for improving oral health and methods of using and forming the composition are disclosed. The composition includes one or more active ingredients and a carrier. The composition is configured to maintain the active ingredient(s) with a surface of an oral cavity for an extended period of time to promote oral health and hygiene.

Abstract: An oral spray composition for preventing and/or reducing the symptoms of the common cold including a zinc formulation containing both zinc acetate and zinc gluconate to ensure sustained availability of increased amounts of ionizable zinc.

Abstract: A quick and easy system and method for delivering a composition to a nasal membrane is presented. The applicator assembly includes a sleeve member which encases a swab having a portion that contacts a gelled composition. The sleeve member is manually severed to expose the applicator and the composition. The gelled composition contained on the applicator is applied to the nasal membrane.

Abstract: An oral spray composition for preventing and/or reducing the symptoms of the common cold including a zinc formulation containing both zinc acetate and zinc gluconate to ensure sustained availability of increased amounts of ionizable zinc.

Abstract: An oral spray composition for preventing and/or reducing the symptoms of the common cold including a zinc formulation containing both zinc acetate and zinc gluconate to ensure sustained availability of increased amounts of ionizable zinc.

Abstract: A gelled composition formulated to maintain an active ingredient in association with the nasal membrane for an extended period of time is provided. The gelled composition may be formulated as a decongestant or a sinus discomfort relieving agent. The invention further includes a system and method for applying the gelled composition to the nasal membrane.

Abstract: Systems and kits dispensing material and methods of forming and using the systems and kits are disclosed. The system may include a deformable vessel portion for storing material and a spout portion for directing the material as the material is dispensed from the system. The vessel portion and the spout portion may be formed separately and subsequently coupled together to form the system.

Abstract: A quick and easy system and method for delivering a composition to a nasal membrane is presented. The applicator assembly includes a sleeve member which encases a swab having a portion that contacts a gelled composition. The sleeve member is manually severed to expose the applicator and the composition. The gelled composition contained on the applicator is applied to the nasal membrane.

Abstract: A composition for measurably improving oral health, a system including the composition, a method of using the composition and system, and a method of forming the composition and system are disclosed. The composition is a gel that maintains contact with a portion of an oral cavity for an extended period of time to, for example, prevent or reduce plaque and calculus buildup. The system includes a composition and a container encapsulating the composition. The composition is applied by rupturing the container and applying the composition through the ruptured portion of the container. In exemplary embodiments, the methods, systems and kits disclosed herein are suitable for measurably reducing an amount of gingivitis, periodontitis, bleeding, plaque and/or tartar.

Abstract: A quick and easy system and method for delivering a composition to a nasal membrane is presented. The applicator assembly includes a sleeve member which encases a swab having a portion that contacts a gelled composition. The sleeve member is manually severed to expose the applicator and the composition. The gelled composition contained on the applicator is applied to the nasal membrane.

Abstract: An improved composition and method for moisturizing a nasal membrane are disclosed. The composition includes a viscous carrier and one or more moisturizing agents disposed with the carrier. The composition is applied to a portion of a nasal membrane using a spray, a swab applicator, or a similar application device.

Abstract: Assemblies for storing and dispensing material, systems including an assembly and a composition, and methods of forming and using the assembly and systems are disclosed. An assembly may include a resilient vessel portion for storing material and a spout portion for directing the material as the material is dispensed from the system. The vessel portion and the spout portion may be formed separately and subsequently coupled together to form an assembly, or the vessel portion and the spout portion may be formed as a single unit.

Abstract: A method for promoting and maintaining respiratory tract health by moisturizing and cleansing a nasal membrane is disclosed. The method includes the steps of applying a drug-free, preservative-free composition to an interior portion of a nasal cavity using a spray applicator. The spray applicator includes a microbiological filter to prevent the transfer of microbiological material between a nasal membrane and the composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method to measurably improve oral health. The method includes use of a composition, including one or more active ingredients to measurably improve oral health, a system including the composition and a container encapsulating the composition, and a kit including a plurality of systems. Each system is configured to apply the composition directly to a surface.

Abstract: A composition for improving oral health and methods of using and forming the composition are disclosed. The composition includes one or more active ingredients and a carrier. The composition is configured to maintain the active ingredient(s) with a surface of an oral cavity for an extended period of time to promote oral health and hygiene.

Abstract: A method of reducing tartar on a surface includes providing a composition including at least one active ingredient for reducing tartar, which composition may be provided in a container. The composition is configured to maintain the active ingredient in contact with the surface for an extended time. The composition may have a viscosity greater than about 20,000 cp and/or may include at least one thickener and/or additive. The method also includes applying the composition to the surface and allowing the composition to remain in contact with the surface for an extended time.

Abstract: A composition for improving oral health, a system including the composition, a method of using the composition and system, and methods of forming the composition and system are disclosed. The composition is a gel that maintains contact with a portion of an oral cavity for an extended period of time to, for example, retard plaque and calculus buildup. The system includes a composition and a container encapsulating the composition. The composition is applied by rupturing the container and applying the composition through the ruptured portion of the container.

Abstract: A bactericidal composition for improving oral health and a method of using and forming the composition are disclosed. The composition includes one or more active ingredients and a carrier configured to maintain the composition in contact with a surface for an extended period of time to promote oral health and hygiene.

Abstract: A composition for improving oral health, a system including the composition, a method of using the composition and system, and a method of forming the composition and system are disclosed. The composition is a gel that maintains contact with a portion of an oral cavity for an extended period of time to, for example, retard plaque and calculus buildup. The system includes a composition and a container encapsulating the composition. The composition is applied by rupturing the container and applying the composition through the ruptured portion of the container.