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Evaluating the Effects of Different Polishing Methods on Color Stability of Dental Restorations in Pediatric Dentistry

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[Gingival bleaching: teaching and ethnocentrism].

Edson Daruich Bolla¹, Paulete Goldenberg

¹Departamento de Psicologia da Educação, UNICAMP, Campinas, SP, Brazil. edsonbolla@bol.com.br

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Summary

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This study reveals that dental education often overlooks racial melanosis, promoting gingival bleaching based on Caucasian beauty standards. This ethnocentric approach prioritizes a specific aesthetic over diverse natural appearances.

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Evaluating the Effects of Different Polishing Methods on Color Stability of Dental Restorations in Pediatric Dentistry

Evaluating the Effects of Different Polishing Methods on Color Stability of Dental Restorations in Pediatric Dentistry

Published on: June 6, 2025

Area of Science:

Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Education
Cultural Aesthetics

Context:

Exploratory study using qualitative thematic analysis.
Documentary analysis and semi-structured interviews with dental surgeons.
Focus on ethnocentrism in dental practice and education.

Purpose:

To identify cosmetic dentistry patterns in buccal/gingival treatments.
To analyze these patterns from an ethnocentrism perspective.
To examine the influence of cultural beauty standards on dental procedures.

Summary:

Racial melanosis is frequently omitted or deemed unaesthetic in periodontal teaching.
Gingival bleaching is taught and promoted in post-graduation courses.
The offering of gingival bleaching is influenced by Caucasian beauty ideals, indicating ethnocentrism.

Impact:

Highlights the ethnocentric bias in cosmetic dentistry procedures.
Suggests a need to re-evaluate aesthetic norms in dental education.
Promotes critical thinking about beauty standards in professional dental practice.