Dental Wrap Solutions for Specialized Environments
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept adapts dental wraps for specific, niche markets and operational environments, providing tailored solutions for high-altitude, disaster relief, high-security, and extreme weather conditions.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a dental wrap for teeth whitening, but its limitations included a lack of adaptability to unique environments. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by designing specialized dental wraps for high-altitude environments, areas with limited access to clean water, disaster relief situations, high-security facilities, and extreme weather conditions.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a system of dental wraps with specialized adhesive layers, coatings, and whitening agents tailored to specific environments. For high-altitude environments, the dental wrap includes a high-altitude tolerant polymer and a whitening agent. For areas with limited access to clean water, the dental wrap features a self-contained water purification system and a whitening agent. For disaster relief situations, the dental wrap has an antimicrobial coating and a whitening agent, designed for minimal equipment and training. For high-security facilities, the dental wrap includes a tamper-evident adhesive layer and a whitening agent to detect and prevent unauthorized access. For extreme weather conditions, the dental wrap features a weather-resistant coating and a whitening agent, capable of withstanding temperatures above 100°F and below 0°F.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious adaptations of the original dental wrap, addressing specific challenges in unique environments. The inventive concept's specialized components and designs provide a distinct advantage over the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include dental wraps with adjustable adhesive strengths, customizable whitening agents, or integrated sensors for monitoring oral health. Variations could also include dental wraps designed for specific occupations, such as astronauts or military personnel, or for use in remote or isolated areas.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including disaster relief, high-security facilities, and extreme weather condition response teams. Additionally, the dental wraps could be marketed to individuals living or working in these specialized environments, providing a unique solution for their oral health needs.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Dental hygiene technologies, specifically dental wrap compositions with adhesive layers, focusing on polymer science, oral care formulations, and medical device design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with expertise in polymer chemistry, dental materials engineering, and formulation science, typically holding a master's or PhD in materials science, chemistry, or biomedical engineering, with 3-5 years of experience in developing oral care products
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the specialized dental wrap variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technology by applying known polymer modification techniques and environmental adaptation strategies to the base dental wrap design. The fundamental adhesive layer composition and dental wrap structure remain consistent, with modifications representing routine engineering adaptations for specific use contexts. These variations demonstrate standard problem-solving approaches within dental materials engineering, where environmental constraints are addressed through targeted material modifications.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,652 |
|---|---|
| Title | Dental 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. |