Products of Dental Use Containing Copaiba Oil-resin: Technological Prospecting Based on Patents

Abstract

Background: Copaiba oil-resin has been widely used and is especially found in neotropical regions, for which several pharmacological activities have been documented over the years. Prospective studies in intellectual property banks are important to increase competitiveness and thus generate new products in various research areas. Objective: A prospective study was carried out on patents of products containing copaiba oil-resin for dental use in intellectual property banks. Methods: The research was conducted with patent searches in six intellectual property banks of the world. Relevant information about the invention in the patent document was collected, processed and described. Results: The search found 9 patents using copaiba resin oil-resin in dental products. The National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI-Brazil) had the highest number of deposits (5), followed by Espacenet (2) and Free Patents (2). C. Langsdorffii was highlighted as the most widely used species in the products and deposits of vehicles in formulations (3). All the patents in the search are A61K code for medical, dental or hygienic purposes. Conclusion: Most of the found patents are related to the area of Microbiology, specifically with application in Cariology. Brazil is represented by the INPI and presented the highest number of patent applications when compared to other intellectual property banks.

Camellia sinensis in Dentistry: Technological Prospection and Scientific Evidence

“…In the last decades, the scientific community and industries have shown a growing interest regarding the technological innovation for new products in dentistry, mainly based on the development of patents as intellectual property, which is a response to market demands [ 20 ]. Many of these inventions have been developed using natural products, such as C. sinensis extract, with different potential benefits for human oral health.…”

“…In recent years, the search for new substances and formulations with pharmacological potential and biocompatibility has increased, which is revealed by the growing number of studies on the use of natural products. Often these studies seek to generate new technologies for society with a natural raw material traditionally used, giving rise to the development of innovations and patents [ 19 , 20 ].…”

“…In recent years, the search for new substances and formulations with pharmacological potential and biocompatibility has increased, which is revealed by the growing number of studies on the use of natural products. Often these studies seek to generate new technologies for society with a natural raw material traditionally used, giving rise to the development of innovations and patents [19,20]. e elaboration of an invention patent or utility model is an extremely relevant indicator to mainly evaluate the level of development and technological innovation in industries and research institutions.…”

Analysis of Patented Homeopathic Products and Medicines in Brazil

“…In the present study we did not find any document protected through PCT method, this is another indicator of the small investment on homeopathic products and medicines to treat diseases. [4][5][6][7] Despite being used for more than two centuries worldwide, homeopathy remains marginalized in the face of modern scientific rationality, as it is based on unorthodox paradigms, thus challenging the dominant system. 2 The increase in interest and the search for "Non-Conventional Health Practices" is a phenomenon that grows worldwide, not only in Brazil, with emphasis on herbal medicine, homeopathy and acupuncture.…”

“…To do this, you must initially deposit in an intellectual property bank of some country and thus the inventor and his group will have exclusively the rights of the product for a period of time, which varies according to the level of product innovation and the legislation from the country. 4,5,6 It is important to invest in new products, especially in industries, as this is essential for them to remain in the market. With the patent filing, the product is protected from commercialization by people other than the inventors.…”