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Drug, Bio-affecting And Body Treating Compositions > Dentifrices (includes Mouth Wash) > Ferment Containing (e.g., Enzymes, Bacteria, Etc.) Ferment Containing (e.g., Enzymes, Bacteria, Etc.)Ferment Containing (e.g., Enzymes, Bacteria, Etc.) patent applications listed are from June 2005 to current and include Date, Patent Application Number, Patent Title, Patent Abstract summary and are linked to the corresponding patent application page.08/16/07 - 20070189982 - Diagnostics and treatments of periodontal disease This invention relates to the PrtR-PrtK cell surface protein of Porphyromonas gingivalis and in particular a multimeric cell association protein complex comprising the PrtR and PrtK proteins. Accordingly the invention provides a substantially purified antigenic complex for use in raising an antibody response directed against Porphyromonas gingivalis. The complex comprises ... 08/16/07 - 20070189981 - Porphorymonas gingivalis polypeptides and nucleotides The present invention relates to isolated Porphorymonas gingivalis polypeptides and nucleotides. The polypeptides include; an amino acid sequence selected from the group consisting of SEQ. ID. NO. 265 to SEQ. ID. NO. 528, SEQ. ID. NO. 531 and SEQ. ID. NO. 532; or an amino acid sequence at least 85%, ... 08/02/07 - 20070178054 - Oral antimicrobial composition The present invention includes compositions and methods for inhibiting the growth and formation of biofilms. The compositions and methods can employ antimicrobial compounds and/or antimicrobial peptides. In an embodiment, a composition includes a combination of at least one antimicrobial compound and at least one CSP analogue or CSP. In an ... 07/05/07 - 20070154411 - Oral and dental care product The invention relates to oral and dental hygiene products comprising a) a composite material consisting of calcium salts which are slightly soluble in water, in the form of nanoparticulate primary particles having a length of from 5 to 150 nm and a cross section of from 2 to 50 nm ... 06/21/07 - 20070140990 - Oral compositions comprising propolis Oral compositions are provided that comprise a propolis extract; an oral care active compound chosen from: a cationic antibacterial agent, an anti-attachment agent, a biofilm disruption agent, and an anti-inflammatory agent; and a source of fluoride ions. Further, in certain embodiments, the oral composition comprises an anionic polymeric linear polycarboxylate. ... 06/21/07 - 20070140989 - Protein with activity of hydrolyzing dextran, starch, mutan, inulin and levan, gene encoding the same, cell expressing the same, and production method thereof Disclosed is an enzyme, having the amino acid sequence of SEQ. ID. No. 1 with the activity of hydrolyzing dextran, starch, mutan, inulin and levan, a gene encoding the enzyme, and a transformed cell expressing the gene. Also disclosed is a method of producing an enzyme capable of degrading dextran, ... 06/21/07 - 20070140988 - Therapeutic agent for periodontal disease A therapeutic agent for periodontal diseases is provided which is prepared by utilizing a scallop shell material and which has antimicrobial activity against periodontal disease-inducing bacteria, promotes the regeneration of the alveolar bone and enables adequate prevention and treatment of periodontal diseases. The therapeutic agent for periodontal diseases is obtained ... 06/14/07 - 20070134170 - Porphyromonas gingivalis 1435/1449 lps as an immune modulator A preparation containing lipopolysaccharide (LPS) of Porphyromonas gingivalis having a molecular negative mass ion of 1435 or 1449 is used as an immune system modulator to redirect a host's immune system against an antigen of interest. The 1435/1449 LPS preparation can be isolated from P. gingivalis or prepared as a ... 06/07/07 - 20070128130 - Remineralizing dental adhesive film A dental adhesive film that, when applied to dental material, assists in the remineralization of dental material that exhibits damage from caries, lesions in the enamel and open dentine channels. The active compound in the dental adhesive film is a finely divided, poorly soluble calcium salt of phosphates, fluorides, fluorophosphates ... 06/07/07 - 20070128129 - Enzymatic bleaching system The present invention relates to a novel enzymatic bleaching system, including at least one oxidase and at least one perhydrolase, body care agents, hair shampoos, hair care agents, mouth-, tooth- or denture care products, cosmetics, therapeutics, textile detergents, cleaning compositions, rinsing agents, textile detergents for automatic washing machines, hand detergents, ... 05/24/07 - 20070116651 - Recombinant protein comprising starch binding domain and use thereof A recombinant protein is prepared comprising a polypeptide of interest and a starch binding domain (SBD). The said SBD is obtainable from glucoamylase of fungi genus Rhizopus. The said recombinant protein comprising the said SBD can be purified by contacting with an affinity matrix such as starch, the SBD binds ... 05/03/07 - 20070098651 - Antimicrobial decapeptide oral hygiene treatment A method for promoting oral hygiene that treats mature biofilms comprises the step of applying the antimicrobial peptide KSL and a surface active agent to the oral environment of applying KSL after mechanical disruption of the biofilm. An antiplaque chewing gum comprising KSL provides a sustained release oral hygiene treatment. ... 05/03/07 - 20070098650 - Dental formulation An orally absorbable improved dental formulation is provided. The dental formulation, which reduce the occurrence of oral plaque, reduce gingival inflammation and bleeding, and whiten the user's teeth, may be a toothpaste or a rinse which comprises the following active ingredients: carbamide peroxide, papain, xylitol, and coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) ... 04/12/07 - 20070081952 - Composition for the treatment of bad breath A composition suitable for treating bad breath and including a carrier material, at least one enzyme sulphite oxidase, an enzyme for breaking down the starch and/or cellulose present in the oral cavity to give glucose, an enzyme oxidoreductase, a source of halogen or pseudohalogen ions, and an enzyme peroxidase. ... 04/05/07 - 20070077212 - Protein with activity of hydrolyzing amylopectin, starch, glycogen and amylose, gene encoding the same, cell expressing the same, and production method thereof Disclosed are an enzyme, having the amino acid sequence of SEQ. ID. No. 1 with the activity of hydrolyzing amylopectin, starch, glycogen and amylose, a gene encoding the enzyme, and a transformed cell expressing the gene. Also disclosed is a method of producing an enzyme capable of degrading amylopectin, starch, ... 03/29/07 - 20070071694 - Composition for oral cavity The invention relates a composition for oral cavity for preventing adhesion of Porphyromonas gingivalis as periodontopathic bacterium to oral tissue. The invention also relates to a composition for oral cavity containing a peptide in which arginine and histidine bind alternately. Preferably, the invention includes a composition for oral cavity including ... 03/29/07 - 20070071693 - Therapeutic agent and therapeutic method for periodontal diseases and pulpal diseases The objects of the present invention are: to provide a therapeutic agent and a therapeutic method for periodontal diseases and pulpal diseases, a transplant for periodontal tissue regeneration, and a method for regenerating the periodontal tissue. According to the present invention, there are provided therapeutic agents for periodontal diseases and ... 03/08/07 - 20070053849 - Oral care compositions containing combinations of anti-bacterial and host-response modulating agents The present invention encompasses topical oral care compositions comprising the combination of an anti-bacterial agent with an anti-inflammatory agent in an orally acceptable carrier for effective treatment and prevention of bacteria-mediated diseases and conditions in the oral cavity and for modulating host reaction to bacterial pathogens present in the oral ... 02/15/07 - 20070036734 - Therapeutic agent for periodontal disease The present invention provides a human monoclonal antibody that has both activity of inhibiting the aggregation of pathogenic bacteria involved in periodontal diseases and activity of promoting sterilization by leukocytes, that is preferably a monoclonal antibody against 40-kDa OMP, which inhibits the binding of hemin, and that causes no concerns ... 02/08/07 - 20070031351 - Dna sequences encoding novel growth/differentiation factors The invention provides DNA sequences encoding novel members of the TGF-β family of proteins. The. TGF-β family comprises proteins which function as growth and/or differentiation factors and which are useful in medical applications. Accordingly, the invention also describes the isolation of the above-mentioned DNA sequences, the expression of the encoded ... 01/18/07 - 20070014742 - Integrin binding motif containing peptides and methods of treating skeletal diseases Peptide sequences comprising 10 to 50 amino acids are disclosed. The sequences are characterized by containing at least one of an integrin binding motif such as an RGD sequence, a glycosaminoglycan binding motif, and a calcium binding motif, and the remainder of amino acids contiguous with the RGD sequence in ... 01/18/07 - 20070014741 - Collagen eucalyptus toothpaste A toothpaste, dental cream, or mouth spray composition for soothing the gums and teeth has base ingredients such as sorbitol, hydrated silica, polyethylene glycol and water; and a combination of eucalyptus oil and collagen, being present at less than about 10% by weight. ... 12/28/06 - 20060292089 - Periodontal regeneration composition and method of using same A periodontal structure regeneration composition for treatment of periodontal disease is a mixture of particles of a bone growth material and free collagen. All particles are sized to be less than 1 mm in diameter. The periodontal regeneration composition is injected into the periodontal pocket through an 18 gauge needle. ... 12/14/06 - 20060280699 - Effect of porcine sheath proteins on the regeneration activity of periodontal ligament The purpose of this study was to identify the periodontal regeneration factors in enamel protein shown to induce cementum- and osteo-promotive activities in vivo. The cementum regeneration (CR), a part of periodontal regeneration, was examined by using experimental cavities prepared in a buccal dehiscence dog model. The CR activity was ... 12/14/06 - 20060280698 - System for treating conditions of the periodontium A system for treating conditions of the periodontium, such as gingivitis and periodontitis, includes an Ayurvedic medicinal solution and an applicator for delivering the solution to the periodontium. The Ayurvedic medicinal solution utilizes herbal extracts to break-down bacteria which can inflame gum tissue. In one embodiment, the solution comprises approximately ... 11/16/06 - 20060257332 - Anticaries compositions containing phaseolamin Anticaries compositions containing phaseolamin and optionally fluorides, anti-inflammatory, soothing, abrasive, antibacterial and bacteriostatic agents in admixture with suitable carriers or excipients. ... 10/26/06 - 20060239940 - Substance containing a polycation and a calcium salt The invention relates to a substance containing a polycation and a calcium salt, and to a composition containing the substance. The substance and compositions containing the same exhibit adsorbability of a fungus body and adsorbability of a nucleic acid. The invention further includes an agent for adsorptive removal of a ... 10/26/06 - 20060239939 - Deodorant composition It is intended to provide deodorant compositions which are nondetrimental to the environment and yet exhibit an excellent deodorizing effect on a wide range of offensive odor components including lower fatty acids. It is also intended to provide deodorant compositions giving off little or no foul odor derived from the ... 10/05/06 - 20060222603 - Compositions having anti-dental caries function The present invention relates to dietary compositions and oral compositions having an anti-dental caries function. The present invention provides dietary compositions and oral compositions having an anti-dental caries functions which contain a buffering agent having a pH buffering action in the oral cavity. ... 10/05/06 - 20060222602 - Oral and dental hygiene product An oral and dental hygiene product comprising a) a composite material containing poorly water-soluble calcium salts in the form of nanoparticulate primary particles which are between 5 and 150 nm long and have a cross-section of between 2 and 50 nm, and protein constituents selected from proteins, protein hydrolysates and ... 09/21/06 - 20060210493 - Dental products comprising bone growth enhancing peptide Dental products such as toothpastes, mouthwash and dental floss are disclosed which products are enhanced by having dissolved, dispersed or coated thereon a compound which promoted bone growth. Preferred compounds are peptide sequences comprising 10 to 50 amino acids are disclosed. The sequences are characterized by containing an integrin binding ... 09/14/06 - 20060204454 - Method for improving the functional properties of a globular protein, protein thus prepared, use thereof and products containing the protein The invention relates to a method for improving the functional properties of globular proteins, comprising the steps of providing a solution of one or more globular proteins, in which solution the protein(s) is/are at least partially aggregated in fibrils; and performing one or more of the following steps in random ... 09/07/06 - 20060198793 - Antimicrobial polypeptide, nucleic acid, and methods of use Antimicrobial compounds and compositions and uses thereof, including the treatment and prevention of bacterial infections are described. The compounds and compositions include lantibiotic polypeptides and the nucleic acid sequences encoding the polypeptides. The compounds and compositions are useful as antimicrobials in antibiotic pharmaceutical preparation and as an antimicrobial or antiseptic ... 09/07/06 - 20060198792 - Recombinant protein comprising starch binding domain and use thereof A recombinant protein is prepared comprising a polypeptide of interest and a starch binding domain (SBD). The said SBD is obtainable from glucoamylase of fungi genus Rhizopus. The said recombinant protein comprising the said SBD can be purified by contacting with an affinity matrix such as starch, the SBD binds ... 08/10/06 - 20060177387 - Compositions comprising bone marrow cells, demineralized bone matrix and various site-reactive polymers for use in the induction of bone and cartilage formation A composition comprising bone marrow cells (BMC) and demineralized bone matrix (DBM) or demineralized tooth matrix (DTM), together with a site-responsive polymer, optionally further comprising bone morphogenetic proteins (BMP) and/or other active agents, particularly for use in the transplantation of mesenchymal progenitor cells into a joint or a cranio-facial-maxillary bone, ... 08/10/06 - 20060177386 - Method of regenerating tooth germ and a regenerated tooth germ An object of the present invention is to provide a method for regenerating tooth germ, and more specifically, to provide a method for regenerating tooth germ that enables the treatment of patients who have lost teeth or have had teeth damaged by dental diseases such as pyorrhea alveolaris or dental ... 08/03/06 - 20060171902 - Engineered oral tissue structural constructs The invention is directed to compositions and methods for preparing an artificial oral tissue. The artificial oral tissue is prepared using a biocompatible substrate seeded with salivary gland cells that develop to produce a salivary gland tissue layer with a prototypal salivary system and a prototypal secretory system. The salivary ... 08/03/06 - 20060171901 - Treatment of malodour This invention relates to methods for inhibiting growth of anaerobic bacteria, particularly halitosis causing bacteria. The methods use BLIS-producing Streptococcus salivarius strains, extracts thereof, and compositions comprising same in the prevention or treatment of halitosis. ... 07/27/06 - 20060165615 - Non-oxidative tooth whiteners for dentifrice application The present invention relates to a non-oxidative approach for removing or reducing stains, which is based on reactive modification and complexation of porphyrins. This approach was found to be suitable for removing stains from hydroxyapatite, and the whiteness that was achieved using this formulation was found to be superior as ... 07/27/06 - 20060165614 - Palatable micro-capsules A formulation comprising at least one active or at least one ingredient, and a plurality of micro-capsules formed from a plurality of micro-organisms and having at least one flavouring encapsulated and passively retained within said micro-capsules, said flavouring not being a natural constituent of said micro-organisms, said micro-capsules having: (a) ... 07/27/06 - 20060165613 - Detergent compositions comprising bacillus subtilis pectate lyases Detergent composition comprising a surfactant and a pectate lyase (EC 4.2.2.2) enzyme en-coded by a DNA sequence endogeneous to a strain of Bacillus subtilis or a stabilized variant thereof provides superior cleaning and stain removal. ... 07/06/06 - 20060147395 - Protein formulation The present invention relates to a new and improved low-concentration formulation of an active enamel substance, such as an enamel matrix, enamel matrix derivative and/or an enamel matrix protein, intended to be used as therapeutic, as prophylactic and/or as cosmetic agent. In the present invention, said active enamel substance is ... 06/22/06 - 20060134018 - Oral compositions for prevention and reduction of bacterial adhesion to oral surfaces The present invention encompasses an oral composition containing an anti-adhesion agent, preferably a cysteine protease and most preferably ficin. In another aspect, the cysteine protease is in combination with one or more ingredients, such as antibacterial agent and surfactant. The anti-adhesion agent mitigates interaction between a subject oral cavity and ... 06/22/06 - 20060134017 - Oral treatment compositions containing an anti-adhesion agent, antibacterial agent and incompatible compound The present invention encompasses an oral treatment composition containing an anti-adhesion agent, preferably a cysteine protease and most preferably ficin. In another aspect, the cysteine protease is in combination with one or more ingredients, such as antibacterial agent and surfactant. The anti-adhesion agent mitigates interaction between a subject oral cavity ... 06/22/06 - 20060134016 - Drug to be introduced tooth or periodontal tissue and apparatus for introducing drug to tooth or periodontal tissue Disclosed are a medical material for use in therapeutic agent delivery to a tooth or periodontal tissue, and an agent delivery apparatus for delivering a therapeutic agent to a tooth or periodontal tissue, by means of ultrasonic energy with less damage to the tooth or periodontal tissue. The medical material ... 06/15/06 - 20060127328 - Fully active alternansucrases partially deleted in its carboxy-terminal and amino-terminal domains and mutants thereof Nucleic acid sequences of truncated or mutated alternansucrases, vectors containing these nucleic acids sequences, host cells transformed with the nucleic acid sequences encoding truncated or mutated alternansucrases are provided. Furthermore, a process to recombinantly alternansucrase with a high level of expression, while retaining the enzymatic activity is described. ... 06/15/06 - 20060127327 - Monoclonal antibodies specific for cariogenic bacteria Antibodies, as well as binding fragments and mimetics thereof, that specifically bind to Actinomyces or Lactobacillus cariogenic bacteria are provided. The subject binding agents, e.g., antibodies, fragments and mimetics thereof, etc., are characterized in that they are highly sensitive and specific for their target bacteria. Also provided are methods and ... 06/01/06 - 20060115436 - Enzyme containing composition, process of producing said composition and its use The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one biologically active protease and at least one biologically active glycosidase wherein the proteases and the glycosidases are present in an activity ratio of from 1,000,000:1 to 1:1,000,000 and wherein the composition has a total enzyme activity of at least ... 03/16/06 - 20060057079 - System and method for evolving efficient communications An improved system, method, service method, and data structure that facilitates collaboration with, communication of, and access to information, particularly in an education environment is disclosed. The invention includes a database having one or more records. Each record defines a logical connection between one or more querents and one or ... 03/02/06 - 20060045853 - Cross-beta structure comprising amyloid-binding proteins and methods for detection of the cross-beta structure, for modulating cross-beta structures fibril formation and for modulating cross-beta structure-mediated toxicity The invention relates to the field of biochemistry, molecular biology, structural biology and medicine. More in particular, the invention relates to cross-β structures and the biological role of these cross-β structures. In one embodiment, the invention discloses a method for modulating extracellular protein degradation and/or protein clearance comprising modulating cross-β(beta) ... 02/16/06 - 20060034783 - Novel method for treating periodontal disease A method for treating periodontal disease by first disinfecting the affected part with a bactericidal disinfectant containing ferric ions (Fe3+) and L-ascorbic acid as the principal components and one or more members of the group consisting of sorbic acid, benzoic acid and para-hydroxybenzoic acid esters, and then injecting a preparation ... 02/09/06 - 20060029554 - Dual component dental composition containing enzyme A two component desensitizing dentifrice composition is disclosed which comprises a first dentifrice component containing an enzyme such as papain and a second dentifrice component containing an ionic surfactant such as sodium lauryl sulfate, the first and second dentifrice components being maintained separate from the other until dispensed for application ... 02/02/06 - 20060024249 - Methods and compositions for bioengineering a tooth This invention relates generally to methods and compositions for bioengineering tooth tissue, as well as methods of producing new tooth tissue in a subject. ... 01/26/06 - 20060018844 - Botulinum toxin dental therapy for angular cheilosis Methods for treating an angular cheilosis and/or a lip positioning abnormality by administration of a botulinum toxin to a patient. ... 01/12/06 - 20060008425 - Antiplaque oral composition containing enzymes and cyclodextrins An antiplaque oral care composition having enhanced oral hygiene and organoleptic properties is provided. The composition contains an enzyme and a cyclodextrin. Papain and other proteolytic enzymes may be preferred. The resulting composition has more favorable organoleptic properties than a comparative composition containing only the enzyme. ... 12/08/05 - 20050271604 - Matrix protein compositions for wound healing Active enamel substances may be used for the preparation of a pharmaceutical or cosmetic composition for healing of a wound, improving healing of a wound, soft tissue regeneration or repair, or for preventing or treating infection or inflammation. ... 12/08/05 - 20050271603 - Compositions comprising lactoferrin Compositions comprising epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) and lactoferrin, optionally including also vitamin E, vitamin C and a carotenoid; or epigallocatechin gallate, vitamin E, and a carotenoid; and their use in pet feed for preventing or treating plaque, gingivitis, periodontal disease and oral malodor (halitosis), and for enhancing the antioxidative capacity in ... 12/01/05 - 20050265932 - Collagenolytic active enzyme containing compositions, and their use in the dental field The invention relates to a composition comprising at least one collagenolytic active enzyme with enzymatic activity at acidic pH for drilless enzymatic caries removal. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a process of producing this collagenolytic active enzyme comprising composition and to processes of removing caries. The invention also relates ... 11/03/05 - 20050244345 - Method for preventing mineralization in the periodontal ligament (pdl) The present invention provides an agent containing RGD-CAP for of suppressing mineralization of the periodontal ligament and preventing the adhesion of teeth. The present invention provides the method of suppressing mineralization in the periodontal ligament and preventing the adhesion of teeth. ... 10/27/05 - 20050238590 - Incorporation of exogenous lactic bacteria into the oral microflora Compositions for the prophylaxis or treatment of dental caries, dental plaque, and periodontal infection that include lactic bacteria that are not part of the resident microflora of the mouth, that are low acidifying, and that are capable of adhering directly to the pellicle of the teeth. The compositions are used ... 10/20/05 - 20050232874 - Compound and method of treatment for fungal pathologies of the oral cavity The broadest aspect of the invention is a composition and method of treatment of fungal pathologies of the oral cavity or fungal growth on the surface of dentures. A preferred embodiment of the is a pharmacologically effective amount of a peptide selected from the group of peptides with a C-terminal ... 10/13/05 - 20050226822 - Oral care products containing ovomucin The invention relates to oral care products, especially saliva substitution fluids, containing a mucus agent and an emulsifier. The invention also relates to oral care products containing a combination of mannoprotein and a mucus agent containing an ovomucin. ... 10/13/05 - 20050226821 - Cosmetic formulations containing l-arginine oligomers Oligomers of L-arginine may be used to provide prophylactic or therapeutic cosmetic or other enhancements to keratinous tissues such as skin, hair, lips and gums through vasodilation. Topical compositions preferably comprise (a) an enhancing effective amount of an oligomer having from 7 to 15 subunits, each subunit consisting of a ... 10/06/05 - 20050220724 - Induced remineralisation of human tooth enamel The present application relates to the induced remineralization of human tooth enamel and in particular to the building up of apatite on tooth material. ... 09/29/05 - 20050214231 - Matrix protein compositions for dentin regeneration The present invention relates to the surprising finding that enamel matrix, enamel matrix derivatives and/or enamel matrix proteins induce dentin regeneration. The invention thus relates to the use of a preparation of an active enamel substance for the preparation of a pharmaceutical composition for the formation or regeneration of dentin ... 09/22/05 - 20050207996 - Use of osteopontin in dental formulations Use of osteopontin for reducing plaque bacterial growth on tooth enamel and dental formulations containing osteopontin. ... 09/22/05 - 20050207995 - Methods and compositions for promoting oral health, and polypeptides useful for same Described are methods and compositions for promoting oral health in a host that involve the administration of a 65 kDa protein from S. mutans or a fragment or functional analog thereof, to the oral cavity of the host. The 65 kDa protein exhibits murein hydrolase enzyme activity and in inventive ... 09/01/05 - 20050191248 - Medical implants and fibrosis-inducing agents Implants are used in combination with a fibrosis-inducing agent in order to induce fibrosis that may otherwise not occur when the implant is placed within an animal or increase fibrosis between the implant and the host tissue. ... 08/25/05 - 20050186149 - Compositions for regenerating tissue that has deteriorated, and methods for using such compositions A composition for promoting regeneration of tissue which has degenerated in a subject as a result of a disease or disorder and a method of using the composition is provided. The composition comprises a biodegradable acellular matrix, and passaged autologous fibroblasts substantially free of immunogenic proteins, e.g., culture medium serum-derived ... 08/25/05 - 20050186148 - Incorporation of exogenous lactic bacteria into the oral microflora Compositions for the prophylaxis or treatment of dental caries, dental plaque, and periodontal infection that include lactic bacteria that are not part of the resident microflora of the mouth, that are low acidifying, and that are capable of adhering directly to the pellicle of the teeth. The compositions are used ... 08/18/05 - 20050180928 - Composition for oral cavity To provide a composition for an oral cavity, not giving resistance to the objective bacteria, having safety for a human body, and having effects for a short time, suppressing the formation of the biofilm effectively, and not reacting to indigenous bacteria and saliva which does not relate to the formation ... 08/11/05 - 20050175553 - Dna sequences encoding novel growth/differentiation factors The invention provides DNA sequences encoding novel members of the TGF-β family of proteins. The TGF-β family comprises proteins which function as growth and/or differentiation factors and which are useful in medical applications. Accordingly, the invention also describes the isolation of the above-mentioned DNA sequences, the expression of the encoded ... 08/04/05 - 20050169853 - Synthetic peptides containing protective epitopes for the treatment and prevention of periodontitis associated with porphyromonas gingivalis This invention relates to a peptide selected from the group: FLLDADHNTFGSVIPATGPLFTGTASS LYSANFESLIPANADPVVT-TQNIIVTG LYSANFEYLIPANADPVVTTQNIJVTG TNPEPASGKMWIAGDGGNQP RYDDFTFEAGKKYTFTMRRAGMGDGTD DDYVFEAGKKYHFLLLMKKMGSGDGTE TNPEPASGKMWIAGDGGNQPARYDDFTFEAGKKYTFTMRRAGMGDGTD NTFGSVIPATGPL PASGKMWIAGDG EAGKKYTFTMRRA EAGKKYHFLMKKM. It also relates to compositions and use of these peptides for treating and testing Porphyromonas gingialis. ... 07/28/05 - 20050163728 - Integrin binding motif containing peptides and methods of treating skeletal diseases Peptide sequences comprising 10 to 50 amino acids are disclosed. The sequences are characterized by containing at least one of an integrin binding motif such as an RGD sequence, a glycosaminoglycan binding motif, and a calcium binding motif, and the remainder of amino acids contiguous with the RGD sequence in ... 07/21/05 - 20050158254 - Use of lactic acid bacteria for reducing dental caries and bacteria causing dental caries Strains of Lactobacillus that have been selected for their capability of reducing the number of Streptococcus mutans in the mouth of mammals through inhibiting activity in combination with good binding to the oral mucins and dental plaque, thereby preventing, reducing or treating dental caries, and products derived from said strains, ... 07/21/05 - 20050158253 - Compositions for treating biofilm A two component composition comprises an anchor enzyme complex to degrade biofilm structures and a second anchor enzyme component having the capability to act directly upon the bacteria for a bactericidal effect. ... 07/14/05 - 20050152853 - Signal peptides, nucleic acid molecules and methods for treatment of caries Compounds that competitively inhibit binding of CSP to S. mutans histidine kinase are provided. The compounds are preferably a peptide or an antibody, and are preferably a derivative of [SEQ ID NO:2], a fragment of [SEQ ID NO:2] or a derivative of a fragment of [SEQ ID NO:2]. Methods of ... 07/14/05 - 20050152852 - Use of antibacterial component extracted from cacao mass for inhibiting the growth of periodontal bacteria It is intended to provide a composition against periodontal bacteria, which has a high safety without showing any side effects and exhibits an excellent effect of killing periodontal bacteria without affecting the growth of nonpathogenic indigenous microorganisms in the oral cavity, and foods, drinks and mouth washers against periodontal bacteria. ... 06/30/05 - 20050142076 - Dental viscous pharmaceutical containing basic fibroblast growth factor The present invention is to provide a viscous preparation for dental use which comprises basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) as an effective ingredient, and further a thickener; a kit for preparing the viscous preparation for dental use; and a method for preparing the viscous preparation for dental use. ... 06/16/05 - 20050129629 - Use of lactic acid bacteria for reducing dental caries and bacteria causing dental caries Strains of Lactobacillus that have been selected for their capability of reducing the number of Streptococcus mutans in the mouth of mammals through inhibiting activity in combination with good binding to the oral mucins and dental plaque, thereby preventing, reducing or treating dental caries, and products derived from said strains, ... ### FreshPatents.com Support |