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In-office whitening

Abstract:

In this chapter, the step-by-step procedure of in-offi ce whitening (or in-office bleaching) and the effi cacy and side effects of this bleaching modality will be presented. Other characteristics of this protocol such as the number of clinical appointments required to achieve effective whitening, concentration of the bleaching products, the effects of dentin dehydration and demineralization on the fi nal outcome, as well as bleaching-induced tooth sensitivity will be addressed. At the end, some frequently asked questions will be answered.