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Bleaching Techniques in Restorative Dentistry

Sample Chapter

Introduction
Discoloration of teeth - classification: Why do teeth discolor? Why do patients want whiter teeth?
A brief history of bleaching
Overview of bleaching techniques: External bleaching, internal bleaching, home bleaching, laser bleaching, microabrasion technique, combination bleaching
Bleaching materials: Classification of bleaching materials, chemical constituents, bleaching/whitening toothpastes: Do they work?, over-the-counter products, properties of the ideal bleaching agent, indication/contraindications, what are the effects on teeth?
Treatment planning
Clinical techniques, laboratory techniques
Combining bleaching with restorative dentistry - case studies
Treatment alternatives: cosmetic composite build-up, veneers, crowns
Safety issues
Ethical and legal considerations
Bibliography
Index

 
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