Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Selcuk Dental Journal, cilt.10, sa.1, ss.112-117, 2023 (Scopus)
Dental bleaching treatments are one of the most preferred treatment methods in aesthetic dentistry. Oxidizing agents such as hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide are used in these treatments. These agents can be applied in different concentrations, in different viscosities and by different methods. These methods include the office bleaching technique applied by the dentist in the office, the home bleaching technique that the patients can apply at home, the home bleaching technique controlled by the dentist and the bleaching technique made with the over the counter products that the patients provide themselves from the market, pharmacy, etc. In the office bleaching technique, different concentrations of hydrogen peroxide are generally used as the bleaching agent, while different concentrations of carbamide peroxide can be used in the home bleaching technique. Many different bleaching agents can be used in home bleaching technique. These include bleaching toothpastes, gels and strips. Bleaching treatment can be applied to vital and devital teeth. Various techniques such as light and laser application can also be used in order to increase the effectiveness of bleaching treatment. In order to maintain its effectiveness after the completion of the bleaching treatment, the patient is advised to use a pipette while consuming coloring drinks and to rinse and brush their mouths after the consumption of coloring food and beverages. In addition to these recommendations, it may be necessary to repeat the bleaching treatment at certain periods. Bleaching agents can cause some changes in dental tissues and create some risks. Causing sensitivity in dental tissues is one of the most important risks. In addition, it can cause gingival irritations, pulp damage and root resorption. The aim of this review is to review teeth bleaching treatments and current practices used in these treatments.