502 results about "Oral health" patented technology

The present invention relates to a method for improving the oral health of a subject by exposing the oral cavity of the subject to a device comprising a light source that emits a therapeutically effective amount of light. The present invention further relates to devices utilized in exposing light to the oral cavity of a subject in the method of the present invention.

The present invention relates to a low cost and portable system and method for detecting substances related to oral health. In one example embodiment, the system includes a sensor that is incorporated into an oral healthcare device (e.g., a toothbrush). The sensor detects bacterial and/or chemical levels that are within a mouth in order to provide an indication as to the presence of oral malodor and/or bacteria within the mouth.

A toothbrush and method of use for improving oral health habits. A plurality of light assemblies and an overlay including appealing graphics are provided on the toothbrush with some of the graphics disposed adjacent the assemblies. A microprocessor carries software that tracks actual brushing time over a plurality of brushing events in a pre-set time period. The total brushing time during that time period is compared with a preferred brushing time and a proportionate number of the light assemblies are illuminated to indicate the degree of brushing compliance.

A dentifrice composition of the invention can be applied to teeth and/or gums by any conventional A dentifrice composition comprises (a) calcium carbonate having properties of particle size and angularity effective to provide mild abrasivity to dental enamel; (b) red iron oxide of low abrasivity in an effective amount on which to impart red color to the composition; and (c) a herbal component comprising at least one botanical or extract thereof, in a total herbal component amount effective to promote oral health.

The present invention relates to a method for improving the oral health of a subject by exposing the oral cavity of the subject to a device comprising a light source that emits a therapeutically effective amount of light. The present invention further relates to devices utilized in exposing light to the oral cavity of a subject in the method of the present invention.

The invention relates to methods for improving oral health. In particular, methods for improving oral health and dental health and for reducing the risk or caries by utilization of probiotic bacteria are described.

A handle section for an oral health detection device that is capable of use with both diagnostic and non-diagnostic cleaning sections is disclosed. The handle section includes a motor and a drive shaft having a longitudinal axis; a coupling section at an end of the handle section for coupling a cleaning section thereto; a light source for emitting excitation radiation having a wavelength greater than about 580 nm; an assembly for directing the excitation radiation to the dental region of the mouth; a light sensor for receiving fluorescence radiation having a wavelength greater than about 850 nm reflected from dental deposits; a logic component operable to analyze the fluorescence radiation received by the light sensor; and a controller including a light source activating device that is activated when a diagnostic cleaning section including a coding device is coupled to the coupling section.

The present invention relates to a method for improving the oral health of a subject by exposing the oral cavity of the subject to a device comprising a light source that emits a therapeutically effective amount of light. The present invention further relates to devices utilized in exposing light to the oral cavity of a subject in the method of the present invention.

The present invention relates to a method for improving the oral health of a subject by exposing the oral cavity of the subject to a device comprising a light source that emits a therapeutically effective amount of light. The present invention further relates to devices utilized in exposing light to the oral cavity of a subject in the method of the present invention.

An electric toothbrush and method of use for improving the oral health habits of a child. The toothbrush incorporates a digital training aid that includes a display screen and microprocessor which generates pictorial images on the screen. The microprocessor is programmed to record the actual frequency and duration of brushing over at least a twenty four hour period and to compare the actual figures with pre-programmed desired runtimes and frequencies. The microprocessor changes the images displayed on the screen to reflect the relationship between the actual times and desired times. The microprocessor includes gaming programs that are only accessible should the minimum desired frequency and time of brushing be met.

A system for processing an image of the mouth, includes an image capture device; a mouthpiece attachment, configured to attach to the image capture device and mount the image capture device in a fixed position relative to a user's mouth; a display; and a processing unit; wherein the processing unit is configured to: receive mouth image data from the image capture device; identify an area of analysis within the image data corresponding to the teeth and gums; extract a set of image property features from the area of analysis of the image data; pass the image property features through a condition classifier, the condition classifier configured to compare the values of the extracted image property features against pre-set parameters to identify sub-areas of the area of analysis which are indicative of oral health conditions; and send result data corresponding to the identified sub-areas to the display.

Disclosed herein is an oral care composition that provides pleasant cooling sensation and easy delivery of an oral care active ingredient. The tablet-type oral care composition of the present invention is prepared by compressing porous plastic granules at a pressure of 500 kg/cm2 or less and undergoes in situ melting and gelling by saliva or water in the buccal cavity, or by chewing. Upon direct administration of the composition to the buccal cavity, the composition undergoes melting and gelling by water or saliva, or by chewing action, and works to maintain oral health via gargling or mouth washing. Therefore, the formulation of the present invention advantageously reduces inconvenience of conventional liquid or ointment-like oral care products and also provides easy portability.

The present invention provides a low-cost system and method for detecting substances within a mouth that influence oral health. The system and method also treat the mouth when certain substances are detected within the mouth. In some forms, the system includes a holder, a sensor that is attached to the holder and an oral treatment that is secured by the holder. The sensor detects a substance that influences oral health when the system is placed near a mouth. The oral treatment engages the mouth to treat the mouth when the substance is detected within the mouth. The method includes placing the system near a mouth and detecting the presence of a substance that influences oral health using the sensor. The method further includes treating the mouth using the oral treatment.

The present invention discloses an oral composition comprising a combination of probiotic bacteria selected from the group comprising Streptococcus, Eubacterium, Neisseria, Veillonella and pH-rising and/or buffering components, which re-establishes an oral microflora associated with good oral health in subjects with a disturbed oral microflora. The invention also discloses the use of the oral composition in combination with other oral health promoting products to help subjects suffering from disorders such as oral dryness, caries, halitosis, inflamed oral mucous membranes or oral fungal infections to restore good oral health.

Devices, systems, and methods determine the health of oral objects by providing objective measurements using a detachable probe body. The detachable probe body may isolate reusable system components (including an electromagnetic signal detection, signal transmission, energy generation, and or energy transmitting components) from the oral cavity, optionally by encasing at least a portion of one or more of these components in a sheath or the like. A window of the probe body maintains sterile isolation and transmits electromagnetic energy to and/or signals from the oral object. Accuracy can be enhanced by a clamp or other structure for engaging a surface of the oral object so as to maintain a fixed alignment between the signal receiver and the oral object.

Disclosed herein are probiotic compositions comprising a mixture of at least two probiotic bacteria, including Streptococcus salivarius K12® (BLIS K12®) and at least a Lactobacillus bacteria. The Streptococcus salivarius K12® (BLIS K12®) may comprise Streptococcus salivarius K12® (BLIS K12®) BAA1024. The Lactobacillus bacteria may be selected from those known to be suitable for oral administration, for example from those known to improve recipient health, particularly recipient oral health.

The invention relates to a low-sugar fruity mint tabletting candy, comprising the following components: sorbitol, citric acid, fruit powder, fruit essence, magnesium stearate, raspberry fruit powder, malic acid, refrigerant, mentha arvensis oil and natural menthol, wherein the fruit powder comprises lemon powder, apple powder, grapefruit powder, mango powder, strawberry powder and blueberry powder; the fruit essence comprises lemon essence, rose bud essence, apple essence, mango essence, strawberry essence, brown sugar essence, vanilla essence, passion fruit essence, grapefruit essence, blueberry essence, raspberry essence and vatica astrotricha essence. The low-sugar fruity mint tabletting candy prepared by the method disclosed by the invention is a daily healthy buccal tablet which is good in taste, very low in sugar content, and applicable to mass people, can relieve dental ulcer, clear and nourish a throat and remove fatigue, and has the effects of refreshing breath, relaxing the mind and promoting oral health after being eaten.

A slow-dissolving troche with polyol molecules is disclosed. It may be an adherent troche, preferably adhered to teeth or gums or cheek with acacia gum, or a lollipop or child's pacifier. Consumers are instructed to use the troches at the end of each day and after each meal, at least four times per day to benefit oral health, particularly caries, gingivitis, periodontitis, ear infections, sinus infections, halitosis and risk of Streptococcus mutans infecting their blood from their mouths. The polyol molecules are preferably xylitol. The troches may be made with a bi-layer tablet press rounded on one side and flat on the other, preferably using acacia gum in the flat side layer for adhesion.

The present invention provides a composition comprising an effective amount of Lactobacillus plantarum CECT 7481 and Lactobacillus brevis CECT 7480. Said strains exhibit various functional properties that make them suitable for their use in the improvement of oral health. Such properties include not only good antagonistic properties against oral pathogens, but also the ability to colonize the oral cavity and a low acidification profile. The invention also provides for the use of said composition as a probiotic and/or a medicament for oral health applications as well as products containing said composition.

The present invention provides a method and apparatus for intelligently assisting in cleaning teeth so as to increase functions of toothbrushes and satisfy increasing requirements of people on oral health. The method comprises the steps of obtaining oral condition parameters of a current user; determining matched cleaning teeth processing information according to the oral condition parameters; and guiding the current user to brush teeth according to the cleaning teeth processing information. By adoption of the method for intelligently assisting in cleaning teeth, the functions of the toothbrushes can be increased, at the same time, the cleaning teeth processing information suitable for the current user can be more specifically defined, the user is assisted in effectively cleaning teeth, the oral health problem of the user is effectively solved, effectiveness of brushing teeth is increased, and user experience is improved.

The invention discloses a method for preparing an amorphous carbon coating on the surface of a medical stainless steel knife saw. The method includes the following steps: preprocessing, ion cleaning, electric arc discharging, and carbon ion depositing. An amorphous tetrahedral carbon film prepared by the method has the characteristics of high bonding strength, excellent biological property and good corrosion resisting performance; after a salt fog test for 48 hours, no corrosion spot is incurred on the amorphous tetrahedral carbon film. After the surfaces of resin, stainless steel and the like are coated, the corrosion and abrasion resisting properties are greatly enhanced, the anti-ageing function is obvious, and the service life is greatly prolonged. After the above surfaces are coated, material bacteria cannot be adhered, so as to solve the cleaning problem of an oral cavity after artificial teeth are installed, thereby being beneficial for the health of the oral cavity. After the above surfaces are coated, the growth of cells on the surfaces is in good condition, and the cell density is higher; moreover, the thicker the film, the better the growth of the cells. The coating stainless steel knife saw prepared by the method in the invention has the following characteristics: the rigidity of the knife saw can be up to more than 85GPa, the content of an SP3 bond structure of a coating is equal to or higher than 85%, the friction coefficient is within 0.08 to 0.15, and the binding force between the film and a basal body is within 35 to 45N.

The invention discloses a mouth health nursing method and system. The system comprises a mouth health guiding server, user end equipment and an intelligent mouth nursing tool. The mouth health guiding server carries out data communication based on the internet. The mouth health guiding server is used for generating a corresponding mouth nursing instruction according to user information. The mouth health guiding server specifically comprises a user information collecting module, a database, a mouth nursing instruction generating module and an instruction interface module. The intelligent mouth nursing tool carries out cleaning on a user mouth according to the mouth nursing instruction. The user mouth condition can be tracked and monitored in real time, according to the real-time monitoring results, a corresponding nursing method is provided, and the purposes that teeth in a mouth are nursed effectively and positively, and mouth health is protected are achieved.

An extruded, centerfilled or coated confectionary material is provided which contains a probiotic which is capable of having a shelf life greater than about six months. A chewing gum production method is also provided which produces stick, centerfilled and coated chewing gum with probiotics without substantial loss of probiotics due to excess water, heat or pressure. Probiotics may be included in the chewing gum mass of the stick or coated chewing gum, in the liquid or powder center of a centerfilled gum, in the coating of the coated chewing gum, or as an additional layer upon the stick. The probiotics delivered to the oral cavity provide an oral health benefit to the consumer through suppression of pathogenic bacteria.