THAT first morning coffee may
be a thing of the past, with a new
patent for a caffeine-equipped
toothbrush from toothpaste
maker Colgate-Palmolive.
The patent application describes
an “oral care implement...that
releases a chemical into the
mouth during use,” - and as well
as possibly for use with caffeine,
other options suggested including
as a flavour dispenser or even a
drug delivery system.
A patch would attach to the
head of the toothbrush and add
a small amount of the required
molecule during brushing.
The patent says capsaicin, found
in chillis, could be used to provide
a “tingle” during brushing”.The above article was sent to subscribers in Pharmacy Daily's issue from 20 May 13 To see the full newsletter, see the embedded issue below or CLICK HERE to download Pharmacy Daily from 20 May 13
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