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...that the Band-Aid Bandage was invented by a Johnson & Johnson employee whose wife had cut herself? Earl Dickson's wife was rather accident prone, so he set out to develop a bandage that she could apply without help. He placed a small piece of gauze in the center of a small piece of surgical tape, and what we know today as the Band Aid bandage was born!
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7919073 | Mono-, di- and polyol alkoxylate phosphate esters in oral care formulations and methods for using same This invention relates to a composition useful as an oral care composition comprising an organophosphate material, additional oral care composition ingredients, for example, a surfactant agent, and optionally an abrasive agent. ... | 04/05/2011 |
| 7850949 | Purification of synthetic oligomers This invention provides a novel method for purifying synthetic oligomers comprising capping, polymerizing and separating any failure sequences produced during oligomer synthesis. Either the failure sequence or the full-length oligomer may be polymerized. Optionally,... | 12/14/2010 |
| 7387774 | Method of enhancing fluoridation and mineralization of teeth Disclosed are methods of enhancing fluoride incorporation into teeth and mineralization of teeth by use of oral care compositions comprising the combination of one or more fluoride ion sources and specialized phosphonate containing polymers or telomers. The present ... | 06/17/2008 |
| 7323160 | Method of treating a patient's teeth using fluoride releasing glass composition A method of treating sensitive teeth includes (1) attaching a fluoride releasing glass composition to a person's tooth, and (2) allowing fluoride to be slowly released over time in order to reduce chronic and/or acute tooth sensitivity. A preferred glass composition... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7320728 | Rod-shaped apatite crystals having a specific length-to-width ratio The rod-shaped apatite crystals of the formula Ca5(PO4)3(OH)xFy have the following features a) the length-to-breadth ratio of the crystals is at least ≧5 and b) x+y=1, where if x or y... | 01/22/2008 |
| 7312193 | Calcium phosphopeptide complexes Phosphopeptides containing the Ser(P) cluster sequence motif Ser(P)-Ser(P)-Ser(P)-Glu-Glu- can stabilize their own weight in amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP) [Ca3(PO4)1.87(HPO4)0.2xH2O] and amorphous... | 12/25/2007 |
| 7282234 | Method for producing a jerked meat rawhide chew toy A method for producing a jerked meat rawhide chew toys has acts of providing rawhide chew toys, preparing meat, processing the meat, coating the rawhide chew toys with meat and drying the rawhide chew toys coated with meat. According to the method, the rawhide chew ... | 10/16/2007 |
| 7279152 | Use of polyphosphate as a tooth erosion inhibitors in acidic compositions The use of polyphosphate in acidic oral compositions, especially acid beverages with a pH between 2.2 and 5.5, to alleviate or prevent the tooth damage associated with the consumption of acid. The invention may be practiced using polyphosphate alone or in combinatio... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7276229 | Oral compositions comprising a viscosity modifier for reduction of tooth erosion The use of viscosity modifying polymer materials, commonly used as stabilisers, thickeners and emulsifiers, as tooth erosion inhibitors in acidic compositions for oral administration, especially in acidic beverages such as fruit drinks and oral healthcare products s... | 10/02/2007 |
| 7273596 | Method of producing granulated anhydrous dicalcium phosphate A new and useful method of simultaneously producing and granulating anhydrous dicalcium phosphate is provided. Such a method entails the reaction of concentrated phosphoric acid with a powdered material of lime and/or calcium carbonate in substantially equal stoichi... | 09/25/2007 |
| 7264882 | Adhesive fluoride varnish The invention relates to mixtures comprising polymers containing hydrogen-siloxane groups and fluoride, in addition to the use of said mixtures as a dental scaling varnish and fluoridation varnish and as a desensitising agent, in addition to the use of said mixtures... | 09/04/2007 |
| 7261717 | Methods and devices for delivering orthopedic cements to a target bone site Methods and devices are provided for delivery an orthopedic, e.g., calcium phosphate cement to a target bone site. In practicing the subject methods, a flowable cement composition is delivered to a target bone site in conjunction with vibration. Also provided are th... | 08/28/2007 |
| 7211554 | Aqueous tile and grout cleaner and method of use A aqueous composition and method of use for cleaning tile and grout and the like, the composition is particularly suited to cleaning newly laid tile and the films that typically cover it. The composition is a basic solution of glucose and distilled water with option... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7205015 | Method for producing a jerked meat rawhide chew toy A method for producing a jerked meat rawhide chew toys has steps of forming rawhide chew toys, preparing neat, processing the meat, coating the rawhide chew toys with meat and drying the rawhide chew toys coated with meat. According to the method, the rawhide chew t... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7198779 | Compositions for the relief of xerostomia and the treatment of associated disorders New liquid compositions are described for the relief of the xerostomia and the treatment of associated disorders, in which the compositions contain: a) saline saliva substitute agents selected from the group consisting of sodium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium ... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7192571 | Anti calculus and plaque toothpaste composition The present invention relates to a toothpaste composition for preventing calculus formation and removing plaque, more specifically to the toothpaste composition comprising soluble ultra phosphate with network structure and zeolite granule. The composition of the pre... | 03/20/2007 |
| 7186437 | Appetizing factor and taste enhancer The invention concerns a novel appetizing agent containing trisodium pyrophosphate combine with a flavour and a taste enhancer, for dry or semi-dry foods for domestic animals, and a method for enhancing appetence of said foods. The invention also concerns a method f... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7182937 | Anhydrous dentrifice formulations for the delivery of incompatible ingredients A composition for reducing dentinal hypersensitivity and remineralizing exposed dentinal surface and open dentinal tubules, comprising a non-aqueous carrier and a desensitizing amount of a desensitizing/remineralizing agent which consists essentially of a water solu... | 02/27/2007 |
| 7175833 | Glass composition A glass composition having the general empirical formula given below, expressed in weight percent of the element: P: 16–24, F: 5–30, O: 20–40 and at least one of Na, K, Li or Al in an amount up to a total of 40 wt. % and optionally, up to 5 wt. % of boron and/... | 02/13/2007 |
| 7175858 | Calcium phosphate cements and methods for using the same Methods and compositions for producing flowable compositions, e.g. pastes, that set into calcium phosphate products are provided. In the subject methods, dry reactants that include a calcium source and a phosphate source are combined with setting fluid to produce th... | 02/13/2007 |
| 7169372 | Method for producing nano-sized crystalline hydroxyapatite A mechanism and technological process for synthesizing nano-sized crystalline hydroxyapatite. In particular, for producing nano-sized crystalline hydroxyapatite whose particles have nano dimensions in length “l”, width “d” and thickness “h”, wherein “h... | 01/30/2007 |
| 7153482 | Rod shaped apatite crystals having a specific length-to-width ratio The rod-shaped apatite crystals of the formula Ca5(PO4)3(OH)xFy have the following features a) the length-to-breadth ratio of the crystals is at least ≧5 and b) x+y=1, where if x or y... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7153493 | Clear oral compositions containing potassium salt The subject invention provides compositions useful in oral cavity, comprising an effective amount of a soluble potassium salt, a sodium (C2–C24) alkylsulfate in an amount effective to remove or loosen debris and/or stains from a surface, and ... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7147888 | Emulsion impregnated rawhide chews A wide range of aqueous based soaking operations can be employed to impregnate substantially throughout various rawhide pet chews; suitable substances for release into the oral cavity of pets during chewing include emulsions, surfactants, conditioners, flavorants an... | 12/12/2006 |
| 7141520 | Antimicrobial alkali-silicate glass ceramic and the use thereof The invention relates to a glass ceramic, wherein the initial glass comprises 30–65 percent (by weight) SiO2; 5–30 percent (by weight) Na2O; 5–30 percent (by weight) CaO, and 0-15 percent (by weight) P2O5, and wherei... | 11/28/2006 |
| 7135465 | Sustained release beadlets containing stavudine Extended dosage forms of stavudine are provided comprising beadlets formed by extrusion-spheronization and coated with a seal coating. The beadlets are also coated with a modified release coating such that a hard gelatin capsule containing such beadlets will provide... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7135163 | Prevention of crystal formation in toothpaste In dentifrices containing sodium bicarbonate and anionic species which can react with sodium and water to precipitate hydrated crystals, the ratio of water to humectants, abrasives, and/or thickeners is adjusted so that the dentifrice has a water activity of no grea... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7128782 | Sulfate dispersion chromate reducer A chromium VI reducing composition comprising particles of solid material selected from the group consisting of iron (II) sulfate and tin sulfate, the particles being substantially uniformly dispersed within a liquid carrier. Methods for modifying hydratable cementi... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7118688 | Antioxidant compositions and methods of use thereof An antioxidant composition having enhanced oxidative stability, emulsion stability, and health benefits. The composition may include individual ingredients or a synergistic blend of non-reducing sugars, sugar polyols, medium-chain triglycerides, polysaccharides, pol... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7118732 | Tooth-whitening compositions comprising silicone polymer and methods therefor Tooth-imparting whiteness to fluids comprising a particulate whiteness-imparting particles such as hydroxyapatite and an organosiloxane polymer are disclosed. Methods of use of the fluids are also disclosed. ... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7094393 | Tooth bleaching compositions The present invention relates to improved dental compositions and methods for bleaching teeth. More specifically, this invention is directed towards hydrogen peroxide-containing compounds that are maintained at a substantially constant pH range of 6.0–10.0 during ... | 08/22/2006 |
| 7087260 | Animal chew toy with flossing ribs/projections An edible animal chew toy which provides a dental benefit when chewed. The chewing action of the animal causes ribs and/or protrusions on the chew toy, in close proximity to the area being chewed, to floss the sides of the animal's teeth and gums. ... | 08/08/2006 |
| 7063833 | Method of reducing staining of stannous in dentifrice compositions Disclosed are methods for reducing the staining of dentifrice composition containing stannous comprising administering to a subject the dentifrice composition. The dentifrice composition is a dual phase dentifrice and is contained in physically separated compartment... | 06/20/2006 |
| 7045476 | Aerated refractory, method for producing high-temperature structural members An aerated refractory is provided comprising a mixture containing a phosphate compound, a metal oxide, a calcium containing compound; and an agent for increasing the volume of the mixture. Also provided is a method for protecting a substrate with aerated refractory,... | 05/16/2006 |
| 6984376 | Methods of inhibiting dental erosion/discoloration using a beverage composition comprising a long chain polyphosphate The present invention is directed to a method of treating dental erosion, preventing dental discoloration or both comprising orally administering to a mammal (preferably, a human) a beverage composition having a pH of greater than about 5.5; wherein the beverage com... | 01/10/2006 |
| 6953594 | Method of preparing a poorly crystalline calcium phosphate and methods of its use The present invention provides a novel process for producing a calcium phosphate cement or filler which hardens in a temperature dependent fashion in association with an endothermic reaction. In the reaction a limited amount of water is mixed with dry calcium phosph... | 10/11/2005 |
| 6953817 | Dual component dentinal desensitizing dentifrice A two component dental composition is disclosed which eliminates or substantially reduces the discomfort and pain associated with dentinal hypersensitivity which composition comprises a first dentifrice component having a neutral pH in the range of about 6.5 to 7.5 ... | 10/11/2005 |
| 6946010 | Method for making abrasive compositions and products thereof Method of making abrasive compositions comprised of water-insoluble abrasive polishing agents suspended in an aqueous medium in combination, which avoids the need and associated cost of dry milling the abrasive particle content, and products thereof. In particular, ... | 09/20/2005 |
| 6942848 | Cyclodextrins in dental products Oral rinse and dentifrice compositions, comprising a phenolic selected from the group consisting of menthol, eucalyptol, methyl salicylate, thymol, triclosan, and mixtures thereof; and a cyclodextrin selected from the group consisting of hydroxypropyl β-cyclodextri... | 09/13/2005 |
| 6929790 | Compositions to control oral microbial oxidation-reduction (Eh) levels The present invention relates to an oral composition containing a zinc compound containing free available zinc ion and at least one stabilized or stable Eh raising compound distributed in an oral vehicle. The present invention further relates to a method ... | 08/16/2005 |
