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Tooth whitening with hydrogen peroxide in adolescents: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Marcelo Mendes Pinto, Camila Haddad Leal de Godoy, Carolina Carvalho Bortoletto
1Universidade Nove de Julho (UNINOVE), R, Vergueiro, 235 - Liberdade, São Paulo SP CEP 01504-001, Brazil. sandra.skb@gmail.com.
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|October 16, 2014
Summary
This study evaluates tooth whitening strips with 6% and 7.5% hydrogen peroxide in adolescents, assessing color changes and sensitivity. Results will compare different home-use products for dental esthetics.
Area of Science:
- Dental Materials Science
- Cosmetic Dentistry
Background:
- Patient demand for improved dental esthetics drives innovation in dental materials.
- Dentists seek esthetic solutions that maintain tooth integrity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess colorimetric changes and dental sensitivity in adolescents using 6% and 7.5% hydrogen peroxide whitening strips.
- To compare the efficacy and side effects of different home-use tooth whitening products.
Main Methods:
- Controlled clinical trial with adolescent participants (12-20 years).
- Groups: placebo, 6% hydrogen peroxide, 7.5% hydrogen peroxide (two brands).
- Evaluations: visual analog scale for sensitivity, digital spectrophotometry for color change.
Main Results:
- Data analysis includes descriptive statistics, chi-squared/Fisher's exact tests, t-tests, ANOVA, and Pearson correlations.
- Comparison of colorimetric data and sensitivity levels across treatment groups.
Conclusions:
- This trial will evaluate home-use whitening strips against other self-administered methods in adolescents.
- Provides insights into the safety and effectiveness of hydrogen peroxide whitening products for younger populations.
