Specialized Dental and Medical Compositions for Niche Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept discloses a series of specialized dental and medical compositions tailored to specific, narrow market needs or unique operational environments, such as high-security forensic applications, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, high-altitude environments, and areas with limited access to clean water.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a bioceramic composition for endodontic applications, which, while effective, had limitations in terms of its adaptability to diverse operational environments. The present inventive concept addresses this limitation by providing a range of specialized compositions that cater to specific market needs, thereby expanding the scope of the original invention.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a series of dental and medical compositions, each formulated to address a specific niche application. For instance, the composition for high-security forensic applications incorporates a specialized radiopaque material for enhanced X-ray visibility. The composition for disaster relief dental care is formulated for rapid setting and enhanced durability in extreme weather conditions. Similarly, the composition for extreme cold weather conditions incorporates a specialized antifreeze agent, while the composition for high-altitude environments includes a specialized oxygen-releasing material. Lastly, the composition for areas with limited access to clean water incorporates a specialized antimicrobial agent.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of the present inventive concept lies in its tailored approach to specific market needs, which is not addressed by the original patent. The inventive step resides in the selection and combination of specific components and materials to create compositions that are adapted to unique operational environments, thereby providing a new and non-obvious solution.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include compositions tailored to other niche applications, such as dental compositions for use in space exploration or in areas with high levels of radiation. Variations of the compositions could also include different ratios of the multiparticulate crystalline multimetallic silicate to the liquid carrier, or the incorporation of additional components to enhance the compositions' performance.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including forensic science, disaster relief, aerospace, and healthcare. The target market includes government agencies, NGOs, and private companies operating in these industries.
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,558 |
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| Title | Dental and medical compositions having a multiple source of metallic ions |
| Assignee(s) | ANGELUS INDUSTRIA DE PRODUTOS ODONTOLOGICOS S/A |