Shark teeth bioceramics and uses thereof
AssigneeUniversidade De Vigo
InventorsPío Manuel GONZÁLEZ FERNÁNDEZ, Julia SERRA RODRÍGUEZ, Miriam LÓPEZ ÁLVAREZ, Cosme RODRÍGUEZ VALENCIA, Stefano CHIUSSI, Estefanía LÓPEZ SENRA
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Abstract
The present invention relates to bioceramics obtained from shark teeth, either from tooth enamel, dentine, or a mixture of both, for its use in the treatment of hard tissue injuries or pathologies. The invention can also be used in a dentifrice or mouthwash for the prevention of dental caries, remineralization of teeth or to inhibit dental sensitivity.
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A bioceramic obtained from shark teeth for use in the treatment or prevention of a hard tissue injury or pathology wherein the hard tissue pathology is dental caries, wherein the hard tissue injury or pathology is caused by an infection or wherein the environment in or in the proximity of the hard tissue to be treated is acidic or prone to become acidic, or wherein the hard tissue is in contact with an acidic fluid.
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