JPH0428682B2 - - Google Patents

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[Detailed description of the invention] [Purpose of the invention]

[Industrial Field of Application] The present invention relates to a toothpaste composition effective in removing tongue coating and bad breath. [Prior Art] (1) Background Dental caries and alveolar pyorrhea are civilized diseases that are closely related to modern diets. These dental diseases gradually undermine health and cause unpleasant bad breath, so it is necessary to pay attention to oral hygiene at the same time as dental treatment. Toothpaste is essential for oral hygiene, and since the Edo period in Japan, toothpastes made from a mixture of fine white sand and spices such as chili pepper have been popular among the common people. Later, the abrasive material changed to one mainly composed of soft calcium carbonate, the flavoring agent became mainly menthol, and the overall toothpaste became an easy-to-use paste. The principles of polishing and removing deposits and rubbing the gums to increase blood circulation are the same. (2) Problems with the Prior Art However, flavoring agents such as menthol, anise oil, and wintergreen oil, which are added to conventional toothpastes, have little effect on suppressing bad breath.
Therefore, various disinfectants have been added, but they are removed when rinsing the mouth, so they are not very useful for preventing bad breath, and they are often toxic and contraindicated when combined with other ingredients. subject to restrictions. [Problems to be Solved by the Invention] Therefore, the problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a toothpaste that is non-toxic, maintains a refreshing feeling for a long time even after rinsing the mouth, and is effective in preventing bad breath. A further secondary object of the present invention is to provide a toothpaste that is also effective in preventing the adhesion of tongue coating.

[Structure of the invention]

[Means for solving the problem] (1) Concept The inventor of the present invention, based on his own experience, searched for a substance that is effective in removing bad breath and is also harmless, and as a result, he discovered that capsaicin, the pungent component of chili peppers, It has been found that it is not only effective in preventing bad breath, but also in preventing the buildup of tongue coating. (2) Overview Based on the above findings, the gist of the present invention is a toothpaste characterized by containing capsaicin as an active ingredient. Hereinafter, various elements constituting the invention will be explained in terms of sections. (3) Capsaicin In the present invention, capsaicin
It is a pungent ingredient contained in the peel of the capsicum (C.annum L.), a plant belonging to the Solanaceae family and the Capsicum genus.
It is a compound having the chemical name N-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoyl)-8-methyl-6-nonenamide shown by the following formula. The typical type of spicy chili pepper grown in Japan is Takanotsume (C, aLvar.parvo-
aquiminatum Makino), Yatsufusa (C, aL
var. fasciculatum Irish), Fushimi et al. Incidentally, the term capsaicin in the present invention refers not only to pure capsaicin, but also to generically refers to capsaicin-containing substances such as alcoholic extracts of pungent chili peppers, ether or benzene extracts, and dried fruit powder of spicy chili peppers. do. It is desirable that the amount of capsaicin in tooth brushing be at least 10 ppm or more as pure capsaicin in order to give the tongue a moderate spiciness. When using spicy chili pepper powder as capsaicin, the amount of capsaicin in the powder is
It varies depending on the variety of chili pepper, cultivation conditions, soil quality, climate, etc. Therefore, when using pungent chili pepper powder as capsaicin, it is desirable to quantify the capsaicin content in the powder in advance and adjust the amount added according to the content. However, in general, the amount of Takanotsume powder compared to the total amount of toothpaste is 2~2~
It is appropriate to mix 3%, and about 2.5 to 3.5% for Yatsufusa. (4) Toothpaste base As with conventional toothpaste, precipitated calcium carbonate, dicalcium phosphate,
Tricalcium phosphate, calcium pyrophosphate,
In addition to abrasives such as insoluble calcium metaphosphate, foaming agents such as sodium lauryl sulfate, flavoring agents such as peppermint oil, anise oil, and wintergreen oil, in the case of toothpaste, vegetable gums, seaweed mucilage,
Binders such as methylcellulose and alkoxymethylcellulose, humectants and preservatives such as glycerin, sorbitol, propylene glycol and syrup are added. [Action] Although the detailed mechanism of action by which the toothpaste according to the present invention suppresses the occurrence of bad breath is unknown, it is likely that the capsaicin it contains stimulates the mucous membranes in the oral cavity, including the gums, and promotes blood circulation in capillaries. As a result, the phagocytic cells in the blood have an increased chance of coming into contact with the microorganisms that cause bad breath, suppressing the proliferation of these microorganisms, and at the same time, the stimulatory effect of capsaicin activates blood circulation in the gum region and supplies nutrients to the alveolar region. A strong reason would be to improve this and alleviate the lesions in the area. Also, the suppression of tongue coating is probably due to the same reason. In addition to the above-mentioned effects, the moderate burning sensation caused by capsaicin's stimulating effect also helps calm the mind and body. As is well known, chili peppers are widely used as a spice in various countries around the world, and have been used as a condiment for many years since their introduction to Japan in the 16th century.It has been proven that they are completely harmless, so they are a great addition to toothpaste. The application is believed to be of great significance in improving oral health. [Examples] Hereinafter, embodiments of the invention will be explained using examples, but the examples are merely for explanation and do not mean any restriction or limitation on the idea of the invention. After kneading the following composition in a kneader, 180g per tube is placed into an aluminum tube lined with polyethylene using a testing filling machine.
A capsaicin-containing toothpaste was produced by filling the capsaicin in portions. [Formulation] Dibasic calcium phosphate 40.0 Parts by weight Precipitated calcium carbonate 5.0 Carboxymethylcellulose 1.0 Sodium lauryl sulfate 1.2 Sorbitol (70%) 35.0 Peppermint oil 0.9 Aspartame 0.2 Takanotsume extract ^* 0.1 Add water Total volume 100 .0 〃 * Contains approximately 10% capsaicin.The entire product is a white paste with a slight reddish tinge, and when you brush your teeth with it, a refreshing burning sensation lasts for 4 to 5 minutes.

【Effect of the invention】

As explained above, the present invention contributes to improving oral hygiene by providing a toothpaste that is non-toxic, maintains a refreshing feeling long after rinsing the mouth, and is effective in preventing bad breath and tongue coating. I can do it.

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. A toothpaste characterized by containing capsaicin as an active ingredient. 2. The toothpaste according to claim 1, wherein the amount of capsaicin in the toothpaste is 10 ppm or more.