Calcium Composition Adhesion for Teeth Smoothing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for smoothing teeth, such as filling cracks and eroded areas, often require sequential application of materials and the use of dental strips for maintaining contact, which can be cumbersome and less effective.
Innovation Solution
A method involving the application of a calcium-containing composition, optionally with beeswax and oil, to teeth, which adheres and maintains calcium in place for at least one hour, providing a barrier against plaque and promoting enamel remineralization without the need for dental strips.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If sequential application of materials is used to fill cracks and eroded areas, then teeth can be smoothed, but the process becomes cumbersome and less effective
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple materials (calcium-containing composition and adhesion-promoting composition) into a single simultaneous application step, eliminating the need for sequential application. This merging of application steps reduces process complexity while maintaining the effectiveness of teeth smoothing through combined remineralization and adhesion promotion.
Solution Approach 2:
The adhesion-promoting composition serves multiple functions: it promotes adhesion of the calcium-containing composition to the tooth surface, prevents plaque accumulation, and maintains contact between the calcium composition and teeth throughout the wearing period. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate dental strips while achieving both adhesion and plaque prevention goals.
2Reliability
If dental strips are used to maintain contact of calcium composition with teeth, then calcium retention is improved, but the application becomes more cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the adhesion-promoting composition and calcium-containing composition into a single combined application, eliminating the need for separate dental strips. The adhesion-promoting composition inherently maintains calcium contact with teeth through its adhesive properties and plaque prevention mechanism, achieving reliable calcium retention without additional cumbersome materials.
Solution Approach 2:
The adhesion-promoting composition performs the function of dental strips self-service by naturally maintaining contact between the calcium-containing composition and tooth surfaces throughout the wearing period. Its plaque-preventing properties further ensure sustained contact without requiring external intervention or removal of separate materials.
3Strength
If multiple adhesion materials are applied sequentially, then adhesion is improved, but the process time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the application of adhesion-promoting composition and calcium-containing composition into a single simultaneous step, achieving strong adhesion without the time loss associated with sequential application. The adhesion-promoting composition immediately bonds to the tooth surface and simultaneously facilitates calcium deposition, eliminating waiting periods between material applications.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The method effectively smooths teeth by promoting calcium retention and enamel remineralization, resulting in noticeable stabilization of results, even when applied overnight, without the need for additional adhesion materials or complex application processes.
Implementation Method 1
a composition of material which: adheres to teeth and serves as a barrier between teeth and gums, and the environment
Implementation Method 2
definite evidence of renewed calcification, eg. remineralization of enamel
Implementation Method 3
adheres to teeth and serves as a barrier between teeth and gums, and the environment; inhibits plaque from adhering to teeth
Data Source
AI summary
A method of smoothing teeth is disclosed that is based on surprising evidence achieved by practicing a method involving application of calcium powder or calcium containing composition to teeth, and maintaining it in contact with the teeth by application of an edible adherent wax containing material, that serves to maintain contact between the teeth and the calcium powder or calcium containing composition for at least one hour.