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Various Aspects Involved in the Study of Tooth Bleaching Procedure: A Questionnaire-Based Study
Amalia Mazilu Moldovan1, Violeta Popescu1, Corina Violeta Ionescu2
1Physics and Chemistry Department, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, 400641 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Summary
Patients and dentists have differing views on tooth whitening methods. While patients prefer in-office bleaching for satisfaction, dentists favor dentist-supervised home bleaching, with many patients using over-the-counter products.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Aesthetic Dentistry
- Dental Materials
Background:
- Tooth discoloration is a common concern affecting facial aesthetics and driving dental visits.
- Tooth bleaching is a popular, minimally invasive treatment for extrinsic discoloration.
- Understanding patient and dentist perceptions of whitening is crucial for treatment success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare patient and dentist perceptions of various tooth whitening methods.
- To evaluate satisfaction, side effects, cost, and aesthetic outcomes of bleaching procedures.
- To identify factors influencing the recommendation and use of tooth whitening.
Main Methods:
- A comparative study involving 120 patients who underwent tooth bleaching and 127 dentists.
- Conventional sampling was employed to gather data on perceptions and satisfaction.
- Evaluation of patient desires, knowledge, and aesthetic perceptions related to tooth color.
Main Results:
- Patients reported highest satisfaction with in-office bleaching procedures.
- Dentists showed higher satisfaction with dentist-supervised home bleaching.
- A significant number of patients utilized over-the-counter (OTC) bleaching products.
Conclusions:
- Patient and dentist preferences for tooth whitening methods differ significantly.
- Discrepancies exist in how dentists and patients value factors influencing material choice.
- Further research is needed for safer and more effective home bleaching alternatives.
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