MUMBAI, India, June 22 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641050794 A) filed by Saveetha Institute Of Medical And Technical Sciences on April 21, 2026, for Bionisin Varn.
Inventors include Dr Deepika Deepika R; Dr Pratibha Ramani; Dr Reena Das; and Deepak Nallaswamy Veeraiyan.
The application for the patent was published on June 12, 2026, under issue no. 24/2026.
Abstract: Abstract The present invention discloses a novel nisin-based antimicrobial dental varnish for the prevention of dental biofilm formation. The varnish comprises nisin incorporated into a chitosan-based polymeric matrix along with ethyl cellulose, xylitol, calcium chloride, and peppermint oil to enhance antimicrobial efficacy, adhesion, and patient acceptability. Upon application, the varnish forms a uniform , adherent film on the tooth surface, enabling controlled release of nisin and prolonged inhibition of biofilm-forming oral microorganisms. The invention provides a safe, effective, and sustained approach to oral biofilm control and preventive dental care
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