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Mouthguard made at least partially from an edible candy
A mouthguard includes a U-shaped upper bite plate which removably fits over upper teeth of a person, with the entire upper bite plate being made from a soft, deformable and edible gummi candy.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7255815 | Titanium dioxide scouring media and method of production The present invention relates to a round and spherical titanium dioxide scouring media and a method for producing the media. The scouring media is effective in removing titanium dioxide buildup on the walls of a titanium dioxide reaction vessel. The method consists ... | 08/14/2007 |
| 7179841 | Stabilized ascorbic acid compositions and methods therefor The present invention relates to ascorbic acid single-phase solution compositions that provide enhanced stability, enhanced solubility and an enhanced photoprotective effect as compared to prior compositions. The compositions comprise L-ascorbic acid; a cinnamic aci... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7157431 | Compositions of plant carbohydrates as dietary supplements Compositions of plant carbohydrates for dietary supplements and nutritional support for promotion and maintenance of good health. Defined nutritionally effective amounts of one to eleven essential saccharides, glyconutrients, are used in various inventive compositio... | 01/02/2007 |
| 7036591 | Low density proppant A low density, spherical proppant made from kaolin clay having an alumina content distributed homogeneously throughout the pellets, an apparent specific gravity of from about 1.60 to about 2.10 g/cc, and a bulk density of from about 0.95 to about 1.30 g/cc. The low ... | 05/02/2006 |
| 7036266 | Weighted shank fish hooks Weighted fish hooks having a hook shank having a bend at one end and a hook eye at an opposite end. A double-tapered weight is provided on the hook shank between the bend and the hook eye. The double-tapered weight has a top weight taper and a lower weight taper. Th... | 05/02/2006 |
| 6929807 | Compositions of plant carbohydrates as dietary supplements Compositions of plant carbohydrates for dietary supplements and nutritional support for promotion and maintenance of good health. Defined nutritionally effective amounts of one to eleven essential saccharides, glyconutrients, are used in various inventive compositio... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6889768 | Sealing composition A method and composition is provided for sealing a subterranean zone penetrated by a well bore, wherein the sealing position comprises a mixture of gelling material, water, and cementitious material. ... | 05/10/2005 |
| 6855338 | Anti-tumor therapies comprising a combination of a cartilage extract and an anti-neoplastic agent providing high efficacy and low toxic side effects This invention described a novel use for cartilage extract, namely a shark cartilage extract, in a combined anti-tumor therapy. The cartilage extract is used in combination with anti-neoplastics. The combined therapy provides for a higher anti-tumor efficacy with no... | 02/15/2005 |
| 6691780 | Tracking of particulate flowback in subterranean wells Compositions and methods for tracking the transport of particulate solids during the production of hydrocarbons from a subterranean formation.... | 02/17/2004 |
| 6482635 | Method of reducing off-flavor in water or aquatic life forms using Bacterium NRRL B-30043 A method is provided for reducing or eliminating off-flavor in water or fish by controlling cyanobacteria or algae in the water or fish wherein the cyanobacteria or algae produce agents that cause the off-flavor. The cyanobacteria or algae are susceptible... | 11/19/2002 |
| 6475219 | Anterior vertebral protection method and device A flexible shield or apron formed of a biocompatible material is placed between adjacent vertebral bodies and the vessels and body structure anterior of the spine subsequent to the performance of an anterior spinal surgical procedure. The apron is secured... | 11/05/2002 |
| 6450897 | Iron-type golf club head The present invention provides an iron-type golf club head having a bridge member across a cavity on its rear surface, which member influences the trajectory of a golf ball struck by the club head. By altering the bridge member orientation across the cavi... | 09/17/2002 |
| 6443174 | Fluid mass flow control valve and method of operation A fluid mass flow control apparatus, particularly adapted for use in controlling fluid flow to semiconductor fabrication processes, comprises a tubular body part having inlet and outlet fittings and a bore extending therethrough and supporting a valve sea... | 09/03/2002 |
| 6443955 | Fracture reduction clamp A fracture reduction clamp for the reduction of a fractured bone. The fracture reduction clamp is particularly suitable for surgical procedures wherein a bone having a fracture is to be fixated with a fixation apparatus after reduction of the bone with a ... | 09/03/2002 |
| 6402613 | Portable environmental control system A portable environmental control system for evacuating particulate laden, toxic, and explosive gasses from an interior space includes a flexible partition for erection at the interior space, and a first section of flexible duct connected to the partition ... | 06/11/2002 |
| 5890689 | Automobile garment hanger A garment hanger suitable for hanging garments in an automobile. The hanger has a generally triangular open loop body and is adapted to be mounted on a window or an exit handle of an automobile. The garment hanger preferably has a plurality of dividers fo... | 04/06/1999 |
| 5644172 | Vehicle anti-theft device A vehicle anti-theft device for securing a vehicle is provided. The anti-theft device includes a plurality of control units electrically coupled between the vehicle electrical system and vital electrical components of the vehicle for controlling the deliv... | 07/01/1997 |
| 5435386 | Cementing plug Cementing plugs for use in the cementing of casing in oil and gas wells. The cementing plugs are well-suited for use with a polycrystalline diamond compact drill bit.... | 07/25/1995 |
| 5433270 | Cementing plug Cementing plugs for use in the cementing of casing in oil and gas wells. The cementing plugs are well-suited for use with a polycrystalline diamond compact drill bit.... | 07/18/1995 |
| 5433662 | Air bar An air bar for mounting in the ceiling system of a structure. The air bar is characterized by a pair of inwardly facing, angled and spaced air deflectors fitted with horizontally shaped top and bottom spacers at each end thereof. A barbell shaped pattern ... | 07/18/1995 |
| 5425528 | Fluid dispensing apparatus A fluid dispensing apparatus is provided which comprises a flexible, collapsible fluid container in fluid communication with an adjustable volume multi-dose dispensing means.... | 06/20/1995 |
| 5361835 | Cementing plug Cementing plugs for use in the cementing of casing in oil and gas wells. The cementing plugs are well-suited for use with a polycrystalline diamond compact drill bit.... | 11/08/1994 |
| 5348351 | Coupling apparatus A coupling apparatus is provided for quick coupling of pumping equipment to a cylindrical member.... | 09/20/1994 |
| 5311940 | Cementing plug Cementing plugs for use in the cementing of casing in oil and gas wells. The cementing plugs are well-suited for use with a polycrystalline diamond compact drill bit.... | 05/17/1994 |
| 5282653 | Coupling apparatus A coupling apparatus is provided for quick coupling of pumping equipment to a cylindrical member. The coupling apparatus includes at least one sealing member that may be hydraulically biased to provide a fluid tight seal between the coupling apparatus and... | 02/01/1994 |
| 5242018 | Cementing plug Cementing plugs for use in the cementing of casing in oil and gas wells. The cementing plugs are well-suited for use with a polycrystalline diamond compact drill bit.... | 09/07/1993 |
| 5188610 | Fluid dispensing apparatus A fluid dispensing apparatus is provided which comprises a flexible, collapsible fluid container in fluid communication with an adjustable volume multi-dose dispensing means.... | 02/23/1993 |
| 5104459 | Method of forming aluminum alloy sheet Methods for the improvement of mechanical properties of aluminum can stock materials. In one method, an aluminum alloy is cast into an ingot, heated at an elevated temperature to homogenize the alloy, hot rolled at an elevated temperature to form hot band... | 04/14/1992 |
| 5074420 | Free-standing rack assembly A free-standing rack assembly including a plurality of dividers which is useful for supporting books, charts, files, or the like. The assembly may be placed upon an open shelf or cabinet with the shelf or cabinet bearing the weight of the supported items ... | 12/24/1991 |
| 4851224 | Process for preparation of aloe products A process is described for extracting a pharmaceutically active polysaccharidic substance from the aloe plant. The pharmaceutically active polysaccharidic substance and its characteristic properties are described.... | 07/25/1989 |
| 4769236 | Medicaments with a high degree of solubility and method for their production The present invention relates to medicaments with a high degree of dissolution rate and solubility. These medicaments are characterized in that they are in amorphous form produced by spraying in the presence of a stabilizer and of an agent inhibiting the ... | 09/06/1988 |
| 4610875 | Medicaments with a high degree of solubility and method for their production The present invention relates to medicaments with a high degree of dissolution rate and solubility. These medicaments are characterized in that they are in amorphous form produced by spraying in the presence of a stabilizer and of an agent inhibiting the ... | 09/09/1986 |
| 4592753 | Drug delivery device A device for transdermal administration of a drug comprises a reservoir containing the drug and a supporting strap, or band, which substantially surrounds a limb of the patient and holds the reservoir in position on a limb of the patient. The reservoir is... | 06/03/1986 |
