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A 6-year recall study of clinically chemically bleached teeth.
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|May 1, 1987
Summary
Chemical bleaching offers a 45% success rate for discolored teeth over six years. However, it is not a permanent solution for adults, though suitable for young teeth stabilization.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Tooth discoloration is a common aesthetic concern.
- Chemical bleaching is a widely used dental procedure for tooth whitening.
- Long-term efficacy and suitability for different age groups require evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the long-term success rate of chemical bleaching for discolored teeth.
- To determine the suitability of chemical bleaching as a permanent treatment option for adult teeth.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of patients undergoing chemical bleaching for tooth discoloration was followed for six years.
- Success rates were evaluated based on color stability and patient satisfaction.
- Clinical assessments were performed to monitor tooth and gingival health.
Main Results:
- Chemical bleaching demonstrated a 45% success rate after a six-year follow-up period.
- The treatment provided adequate color stability for gingival margin stabilization in young teeth.
- The long-term effectiveness in adult teeth was found to be insufficient for permanent treatment.
Conclusions:
- Chemical bleaching is a viable, though not permanent, solution for dental aesthetics.
- While effective for temporary improvement and stabilization in younger patients, it is not recommended as a permanent dental restoration for adults.
- Further research into long-term, permanent whitening solutions is warranted.