Family And General Dentistry, Managing Member, Owner, President:
Pete Higgins (Family And General Dentistry, Managing Member, Owner, President)
Professional information
Tooth Cleaning Composition And Applicator
US Patent:
6660250, Dec 9, 2003
Filed:
Sep 3, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/233446
Inventors:
Pete B Higgins - Fairbanks AK 99709
International Classification:
A61K 716
US Classification:
424 49, 51307, 433215, 433216
Abstract:
The present invention discloses a tooth cleaning composition and applicator that is particularly adapted for clearing and cleaning the area of the teeth in preparation of fillings or orthodontic appliances, such as braces or bridges. The cleaning agent of the present invention consists of various size ground pumice with a water soluble lubricant binder. The present invention limits the tendencies of spatter and overcomes prior art uses of ground pumice in dental applications.
Dr. Pete B Higgins, Fairbanks AK - DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery)