Specialized Dental Compositions for High-Security, Disaster Relief, and Extreme Weather Conditions
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept adapts the original composition with doped titanium dioxide nanoparticles for niche dental applications, providing enhanced biocompatibility, pathogen inactivation, and antibacterial properties in high-security, disaster relief, and extreme weather conditions.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a dental composition with nitrogen-doped TiO2 nanoparticles for general dental applications. However, there is a growing need for specialized dental solutions that cater to specific, high-stakes environments. This inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by developing tailored compositions for high-security, disaster relief, and extreme weather conditions, ensuring effective dental care in these unique settings.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises a dental composition featuring nitrogen-doped TiO2 nanoparticles produced using a solvothermal process, combined with a curable resin material. The composition is designed for high-security dental applications, disaster relief dental care, and extreme weather conditions. The nitrogen-doped TiO2 nanoparticles exhibit enhanced biocompatibility and are capable of inactivating pathogens in the presence of visible light. In high-security applications, the composition provides an added layer of protection against biofilm formation. In disaster relief scenarios, the composition enables effective dental care in resource-constrained environments. For extreme weather conditions, the composition maintains its antibacterial properties at elevated temperatures. The inventive concept also encompasses a dental kit for high-security dental applications, comprising the composition and a light source emitting visible light.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel, non-obvious adaptations of the original composition, including enhanced biocompatibility, pathogen inactivation, and antibacterial properties in high-security, disaster relief, and extreme weather conditions. The inventive concept's unique combination of components and operation provides a distinct improvement over the original patent, addressing specific challenges in niche dental applications.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include varying the type and concentration of dopants, modifying the solvothermal process, or incorporating additional components to enhance the composition's properties. Variations of the dental kit could include different light sources or adjustable intensity settings. These alternative embodiments and variations ensure broad conceptual coverage and flexibility in adapting the inventive concept to diverse dental applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The specialized dental compositions and kits have significant commercial potential in the dental industry, particularly in high-security, disaster relief, and extreme weather environments. Target markets include government agencies, disaster relief organizations, and dental care providers operating in challenging environments. The inventive concept's unique value proposition addresses unmet needs in these niches, offering a competitive advantage in the market.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K6/844 |
| A | A61 | A61C5/30 |
| A | A61 | A61C19/063 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/17 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/62 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/69 |
| A | A61 | A61K6/816 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,651 |
|---|---|
| Title | Compositions with doped titanium dioxide nanoparticles and methods of use |
| Assignee(s) | UT-BATTELLE, LLC, The Board of Regents of the University of Oklahoma |