Tooth whitening formulation and method

Details Tooth whitening formulation and method Tooth whitening formulation and method

1990-12-18

1994-03-01

Webman, Edward

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Preparations characterized by special physical form

Matrices

424 49, 424 53, 424 54, A61K 3340, A61K 910, A61K 4738, A61K 600

Patent

active

052905667

ABSTRACT:
A tooth whitening formulation comprising urea peroxide (1:1) in a concentration of 22-32% based on the total weight of the formulation, in combination with a gelling agent, is provided in accordance with the present invention. The invention also provides a method for whitening the teeth using said formulation wherein the formulation is applied to the teeth using a splint which keeps the formulation in contact with the teeth for a period of time sufficient to cause whitening thereof.

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