1988-12-02
1991-07-23
Wilson, John J.
Toilet
Toothpick
424 50, A61C 1500
Patent
active
050334883
ABSTRACT:
Porous, high strength (that is, "Expanded") polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) dental floss is coated with microcrystalline wax. If desired, the floss may also incorporate one or more actives tartar control anti-caries antiplaque and/or antibacterial actives and/or dentally acceptable agents such as polishing and abrasive agents, coolants, flavorants and/or coagulants.
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Curtis John P.
Kemp James H.
Pabst Jan-Joost
Colgate-Palmolive Co.
McGreal Michael J.
Stone Robert L.
Sullivan Robert C.
Wilson John J.
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