Method for measurably improving oral health

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.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60 / 800,632, entitled SYSTEM FOR MEASURABLY IMPROVING ORAL HEALTH AND METHOD OF USING SAME, filed May 15, 2006.FIELD OF INVENTION [0002] The present invention generally relates to methods for measurably improving oral health. More particularly, the invention relates to techniques for measurably reducing an amount of plaque, tartar, gingivitis, periodontitis, and / or bleeding of the gums BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003] Unfortunately, poor oral health affects millions of people every year. Poor oral health may result in symptoms ranging bad breath, tooth decay, and tooth discoloration, to more serious health problems, such as gum disease, tooth loss, heart disease, stroke, poorly controlled diabetes and preterm labor. [0004] The presence of dental plaque, or simply plaque, in an oral cavity can lead to such oral and general health problems. Plaque can be ...

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Benefits of technology

"The present invention provides a method for measurably improving oral health by using a composition, system, and kit. The composition includes one or more active ingredients to measurably reduce plaque, tartar, gingivitis, and other oral health indicators. The system includes a composition and a container for enclosing and applying the composition. The composition can be dispensed from a sealed container and applied directly to the surface of the oral cavity. The method is easy to use, does not require a visit to a dentist office, and does not damage the surface of tooth enamel. The invention provides a cost-effective and safe solution for improving oral health."

Problems solved by technology

Unfortunately, poor oral health affects millions of people every year.

Poor oral health may result in symptoms ranging bad breath, tooth decay, and tooth discoloration, to more serious health problems, such as gum disease, tooth loss, heart disease, stroke, poorly controlled diabetes and preterm labor.

The presence of dental plaque, or simply plaque, in an oral cavity can lead to such oral and general health problems.

If not removed, however, the presence of plaque can give rise to tartar formation, tooth decay, gingivitis, periodontitis, and other health problems.

Tartar adheres to hard surfaces such as enamel, roots, and dental devices, such as dentures, bridges, crowns, and the like, and is generally more difficult to remove than plaque.

Brushing and flossing are normally not sufficient to remove tartar from a surface.

If left untreated, tartar buildup can be problematic in several regards.

The bacteria growth from both plaque and tartar can, in turn, lead to tooth decay, gum disease, gingivitis, periodontitis, tooth loss, as well as systemic health problems.

As noted above, in addition to the health concerns, plaque and tartar may give rise to cosmetic problems.

Tartar can be particularly problematic because it is difficult to remove and because of its yellowish or brownish color.

Although such techniques may work relatively well at mitigating plaque buildup, such techniques are not thought to be effective at removing existing tartar from a surface.

Although such toothpastes, if used regularly, may prevent additional buildup of tartar, the toothpastes are not thought to be effective at removing existing tartar from tooth and device surfaces.

Although these techniques work well, they are relatively expensive and time consuming.

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