Periodontal composition

Abstract

The present invention provides a periodontal composition compounded to include at least one alkaline agent to render a gel or paste having a pH of at least 9.0 to 11.0, and preferably 9.5 to 10.0. The preferred alkaline agent included in the composition is potassium hydroxide, and the composition preferably also includes aluminum hydroxide, calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate. Of these agents, potassium hydroxide is the most basic compound utilized. Also suitably included in the composition (which can have the consistency of a liquid or suspension, but is preferably compounded as a stable gel or paste) are other excipients including: thickeners that are capable of withstanding the high pH environment without degradation (such as xanthane gum and microcrystalline cellulose); organoleptic agents such as gum arabic and polyethylene glycol; flavorings such as sodium chloride, acesulfame potassium, sodium saccharine, and mint flavorings; stabilizers such as colloidal silica; mild abrasive agents such as microcrystalline formed silica; a foaming agent such as sodium lauryl sulfate or sodium lauryl phosphate; and a fluoride compound such as sodium fluoride or sodium monofluorophosphate for anti-cavity effect.

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