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Just thought this patent was interesting because it discusses the use of
human lactoferrin (a transferrin) and human lysozyme to prevent dental
diseases.
There is also a protein toothpaste made by Immunotec that states that
"lactoferrin is considered to be an important part of host defense systems
against invading microorganisms becuase of its wide anti-microbial
properties....Lactoferrin is important in oral hygiene because it can prevent
the adhesion and growth of bacteria on your gums. It also acts as na
anti-inflammatory agent. Research suggests that toothpastes and other oral
hygiene products be fortified with proteins such as lactoferrin for superior
oral health." You can order the toothpaste. So I guess we should discourage
nighttime nursing of toddlers and buy some toothpaste instead......yeah only
kidding...here's to nighttime nursing---I call it preventative dentistry at
its finest! Valerie W. McClain, IBCLC
to read about toothpaste
http://www.pure-milk-calcium.com/Toothpaste.htm
to read the patent
http://www.uspto.gov/patft/index.html
United States Patent 5,830,489
Valenti , et al. November 3, 1998
Protein preparation for the prevention and therapy of periodontitis
Abstract
The present invention relates to a topical protein preparation to be used for
the therapy of periodontitis and diseases of the teeth and of the tissues of
the oral cavity, comprising a mixture of transferrin with at least one
protein selected from albumins, lysozymes, protease inhibitors, and mixtures
thereof.
Inventors: Valenti; Piera (Rome, IT); Antonini; Giovanni (Caprarola, IT)
Assignee: Pfizer Inc. (New York, NY)
Appl. No.: 448535
Filed: October 11, 1995
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