Oral hygiene compositions and methods
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1. A kit for two-step teeth whitening and oral hygiene, the kit comprising:
- a container comprising a mouthpiece, a spray nozzle and an actuator;
an aqueous solution within the container, the solution comprising greater than or equal to 6% hydrogen peroxide by weight, wherein upon actuation, the mouthpiece and nozzle are configured to deliver onto the surface of the teeth and adjacent soft tissue an aerosol comprising the solution, such that the hydrogen peroxide causes teeth whitening, without discomfort or damage to soft tissues in the mouth; and
a powder formulation comprising xylitol and a core composition comprising a carbon dioxide source, an adsorbent composition, and an acid, wherein the xylitol is present in an excess of at least 3 parts xylitol to 1 part core composition.
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Abstract
Disclosed are methods, compositions and kits for whitening teeth and promoting better oral hygiene. A one-step protocol is disclosed in which concentrated hydrogen peroxide is delivered into the oral cavity by aerosol spray, without burning, discomfort or damage to the soft tissues of the mouth. A two-step protocol is also disclosed in which an effervescent powder formulation is included as a post-treatment following the aerosol spray. In some embodiment, the powder formulation can be used alone to promote remineralization, reduce plaque, reduce bacterial count and generally enhance oral hygiene.
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1. A kit for two-step teeth whitening and oral hygiene, the kit comprising:
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a container comprising a mouthpiece, a spray nozzle and an actuator; an aqueous solution within the container, the solution comprising greater than or equal to 6% hydrogen peroxide by weight, wherein upon actuation, the mouthpiece and nozzle are configured to deliver onto the surface of the teeth and adjacent soft tissue an aerosol comprising the solution, such that the hydrogen peroxide causes teeth whitening, without discomfort or damage to soft tissues in the mouth; and a powder formulation comprising xylitol and a core composition comprising a carbon dioxide source, an adsorbent composition, and an acid, wherein the xylitol is present in an excess of at least 3 parts xylitol to 1 part core composition. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14)
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15. A powder formulation for promoting oral hygiene, the powder formulation comprising xylitol and a core composition comprising a carbon dioxide source, an adsorbent composition, and an acid, wherein the xylitol is present in an excess of at least 3 parts xylitol to 1 part core composition.
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16. A method of treatment, comprising;
administering into the oral cavity a powder formulation comprising xylitol and a core composition comprising a carbon dioxide source, an adsorbent composition, and an acid, wherein the xylitol is present in an excess of at least 3 parts xylitol to 1 part core composition. - View Dependent Claims (17, 18, 19, 20, 21)
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