Colgate-Palmolive Company
Methods of Shifting Biofilm in the Oral Cavity from Pathogenic to Healthy Biofilm

Abstract:

Methods of shifting biofilm composition in an individuals oral cavity are disclosed. The methods comprise applying to the individuals oral cavity an oral care composition in an amount effective to shift biofilm composition to increase the amount from healthy bacteria in biofilm relative to pathogenic bacteria in biofilm. The oral care composition comprising: zinc oxide, zinc citrate, and arginine. The shift in biofilm composition provides a balance having a greater amount of healthy bacteria in biofilm compared to pathogenic bacteria.