Comparison of short term effectiveness of four different tooth whitening systems.
By Faraj A. Behbehani , Jaber Akbar , Yacoub Altarakemah, Prem Sharma farajbehbehani@yahoo.com fbehbehani@hsc.edu.kw Abstract: Statement of the Problem : Dental practitioners are faced with many materials and methods commercially available for tooth whitening. This study aims to compare the short term effectiveness and major side effects of 4 popular bleaching systems in a relatively large sample. Materials and Methods: A sample of 300 subjects were divided equally into 4 groups and treated with ( home bleaching - Opalescence 20%, in office – Bright Smile, in office - Zoom, and in office - Zoom plus home bleaching - Day White 9.5%). Results: The four whitening systems were significantly effective at 3 days (T1) and 3 months (T2) after the whitening treatment. At T2, there was no significant difference in whitening effectiveness among the four whitening systems. Tooth sensitivity and gingival irritation were associated with the 4 whitening systems. Conclusion...