Novel Applications of Adhesive Dental Wrap Technology

Publication ID: 24-11857652_0002_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Novel Applications of Adhesive Dental Wrap Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857652_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857652_0002_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,652.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept explores the adaptation of adhesive dental wrap technology to novel applications beyond oral care, including wearable devices, sweat stain prevention, air purification, pet care, and food packaging, leveraging the unique properties of PVP and Pullulan-based adhesives.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a dental wrap for teeth whitening, but its adhesive composition, comprising PVP and Pullulan, has broader potential uses. The new inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by applying this core technology to diverse industries and problems, such as body odor control, sweat stain prevention, air purification, pet dental care, and food packaging.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new claims propose various applications of the adhesive dental wrap technology. For instance, a wearable device for monitoring and controlling body odor can be designed using the flexible wrap with an adhesive layer and a backing layer. Similarly, the dental wrap can be adapted to absorb and neutralize sweat stains on clothing or integrated with an air filter to capture and eliminate odor-causing molecules from the air. In pet care, the dental wrap can be used on pet teeth, and in food packaging, it can be coated with a food-grade adhesive to absorb and eliminate odor-causing molecules from food products.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications of the adhesive dental wrap technology, which are not obvious from the original patent. The inventive step lies in recognizing the broader potential of the PVP and Pullulan-based adhesives and adapting them to solve problems in distinct industries.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Other embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different polymers or additives in the adhesive layer, modifying the backing layer for specific applications, or integrating sensors or other technologies into the wearable device or air purification system.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The novel applications of adhesive dental wrap technology have significant commercial potential across various industries, including wearable technology, laundry care, air purification, pet care, and food packaging. The target market includes consumers seeking innovative solutions for body odor control, sweat stain prevention, and pet dental care, as well as industries looking for novel air purification and food packaging solutions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61K8/0208
A A61 A61K8/042
A A61 A61K8/19
A A61 A61K8/22
A A61 A61K8/24
A A61 A61K8/34
A A61 A61K8/345
A A61 A61K8/49
A A61 A61K8/4973
A A61 A61K8/731
A A61 A61K8/732
A A61 A61K8/8147
A A61 A61K8/8176
A A61 A61K8/922
A A61 A61K8/987
A A61 A61Q11/00
A A61 A61K2800/30
A A61 A61K2800/56
A A61 A61K2800/87
A A61 A61K2800/882
A A61 A61K2800/92

Field of Art

Dental and personal care materials science, focusing on adhesive polymer compositions, specifically biomaterials with applications in oral hygiene, wound care, and flexible medical/personal care devices

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A materials scientist or chemical engineer with expertise in polymer chemistry, adhesive formulations, and biomaterial design, possessing knowledge of PVP, Pullulan, and cross-industry applications of specialized adhesive technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the unique adhesive properties of PVP and Pullulan enable broad technological adaptations beyond dental wraps. The fundamental polymer characteristics demonstrated in the source patent suggest inherent versatility for solving adhesion and absorption challenges across multiple domains. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of known polymer science principles applied to different technical contexts.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Dental wrap with PVP and Pullulan adhesive layer having specific weight ratios and composition
PTD Variation
Wearable device for body odor monitoring using identical adhesive layer composition
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of known polymer adhesive system to a related personal care technology, representing a routine design modification with expected performance characteristics
Source Patent Element
Adhesive layer without active ingredients, focused on structural polymer interactions
PTD Variation
Air purification system integrating dental wrap technology for molecular capture
Obviousness Reasoning
Known polymer absorption mechanisms can be readily translated to filtration applications, representing a standard engineering adaptation of material properties
Source Patent Element
Flexible wrap with specific adhesive layer composition
PTD Variation
Food packaging material designed to absorb and neutralize odors
Obviousness Reasoning
Polymeric absorption technologies are well-understood in materials science, making cross-industry transfer a predictable innovation for a skilled practitioner
Source Patent Element
Dental wrap using PVP and Pullulan with specific weight percentages
PTD Variation
Sweat stain prevention method using modified dental wrap technology
Obviousness Reasoning
Leveraging known polymer absorption capabilities represents a straightforward technological extension with expected functional outcomes
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed herein would have been obvious to a person of ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, based on the teachings of US Patent 11857652. The published technical disclosure demonstrates that the claimed innovations represent predictable variations employing known polymer science principles, thereby rendering subsequent claims involving similar adhesive compositions and applications prima facie obvious.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,652
TitleDental wrap, dental kit comprising the same, method of using the same, and method for whitening teeth using the same
Assignee(s)LG HOUSEHOLD & HEALTH CARE LTD.