Self-dissolving, orally activatable cleaning pouch for combined dental, oral and tongue hygiene

Abstract

Saliva-reactive, self-dissolving membrane bag for oral hygiene use.

Description

Technical field:

[0001] The invention relates to an oral hygiene disposable product, in particular a self-dissolving pouch system for cleaning teeth, tongue and oral mucosa without the use of brushes, water or rinsing. State of the art:

[0002] Well-known products include: • Chewing gums with abrasive or antibacterial properties • Toothpaste tablets • Nicotine pouches • Dissolvable mouth strips • Tongue scraper

[0003] However, there is no product that: 1. is designed as a membrane bag, 2. is mechanically activated by tongue movement, 3. dissolves completely, 4. simultaneously cleans teeth, tongue and mouth, 5. Uses enzymes for plaque removal, 6. Uses abrasives for polishing, 7. antibacterial and odor-inhibiting substances combined, 8. optionally releases nicotine in a controlled manner. Purpose of the invention:

[0004] The task is to provide a portable, hygienic, disposable product that: • Complete oral hygiene enables, • can be used anywhere • works without water, • is safe and edible, • works quickly, • optionally releases nicotine to help with smoking cessation. Solution to the problem:

[0005] The problem is solved by a self-dissolving, saliva-activated membrane bag that has the following properties: 1. Membran

[0006] An edible, saliva-reactive hybrid membrane made of: • Pullulan (60-80%) • Strength (20-40%) Characteristics: • Remains stable for 10-20 seconds under friction • opens through tongue pressure • dissolves completely after 30-60 seconds • is thermally stable up to 45°C • is tasteless 2. Powder filling

[0007] The powder formulation includes: • Xylitol (30-40%) - antibacterial, anticariogenic • Hydrogenated Silica (10-15%) - abrasive, polishing • Calcium carbonate (10-20%) - cleansing, remineralizing • Microcrystalline cellulose (10-20%) - mechanical cleaning • Papain (0.1-0.5%) - enzymatic plaque removal • Zinc gluconate (1-2%) - antibacterial, against bad breath • Menthol / Koolada (1-3%) - Cooling, freshness • Flavorings (2-5%)

[0008] Optionally, the wording includes: • Nicotine salt (1-6 mg) for smoking cessation. 3. Functionality

[0009] The user places the pouch orally: • Phase 1: The pouch remains stable for 10-20 seconds and is rubbed over all tooth surfaces with the tongue. • Phase 2: mechanical pressure breaks the membrane. • Phase 3: Powder is released, spreads completely, dissolves deposits, polishes and disinfects. • Phase 4: Membrane dissolves completely. • Phase 5: The tongue can brush over the remaining powder, thus also cleaning the surface of the tongue. 4. Advantages: • replaces toothbrush • replaces tongue scraper • replaces mouthwash • No water source needed • completely edible • Hygienically individually wrapped • Ideal for on the go • extremely inexpensive to manufacture • Optional nicotine for an additional market segment

[0010] Rectangular membrane bag, 18 × 12 mm, wall thickness 25-40 µm, filled with 0.30 g of powder formulation. The bag is sealed on all edges and exhibits delayed dissolution, mechanical activation, and complete dissolution within 60 seconds.

Claims

[1] Saliva-reactive, self-dissolving membrane bag for oral hygiene use. [2] Membrane consisting of pullulan-starch hybrid with a wall thickness of 25-40 µm. [3] The bag remains stable for 10-20 seconds and opens by a tongue mechanism. [4] Complete dissolution of the bag after 30-60 seconds. [5] Powder filling containing abrasive, enzymatic, antibacterial and aromatic components. [6] Contains papain for enzymatic coating removal. [7] Contains zinc gluconate to reduce odor-causing bacteria. [8] The powder acts on teeth, interdental spaces, tongue surface and oral mucosa. [9] Optional nicotine additive matrix (1-6 mg) for controlled release.