Patent ID: 6511654
Filing Date: 2003-01-28
Classification: A61K,A61Q

Abstract:
A stable, tacky, glossy, smooth flowing, thixotropic, organic polyol-based anhydrous dentifrice that exhibits high residence time and comprises a homogeneous mixture of the following components:(1) one or more low molecular weight organic polyols; (2) one or more gelling agents selected from cooked starch particles; (3) one or more mildly abrasive fillers; and, optionally, (4) various other compounds selected from the group consisting of anti-caries agents, anti-plaque agents, anti-calculus agents, bleaching agents, peroxide stabilizers, desensitizing agents, whiteners, anti-stain agents, breath fresheners, flavorants, sweeteners, colorants, buffers, surfactants, and anti-bacterial agents, with the proviso that if bleaching agents are employed then peroxide stabilizers must also be employed.