ORAL COMPOSITIONS

摘要

The invention relates to a oral compositions comprising from 0.1% to 15% of a polyol carboxylic acid ester having a polyol moiety and at least 4 carboxylic acid moieties, wherein the polyol moiety is selected from sugars and sugar alcohols containing from about 4 to about 8 hydroxyl groups, and wherein each carboxylic acid moiety has from about 8 to about 22 carbon atoms. The compositions further comprise from about 0.1% to about 15% of an orally-acceptable surfactant, and an orally-acceptable carrier. the compositions, which are preferably in the form of a toothpaste, liquid dentifrice, chewing-gum, mouthwash or oral gel, can provide improved mouth feel and also benefits in oral moisturisation, including relief of dry mouth or avoiding its onset.