Bleaching Teeth: History, Chemicals, and Methods Used for Common Tooth Discolorations

doi:10.1111/j.1708-8240.1992.tb00666.x

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Wiley InterScience

Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry

Volume 4 Issue 3, Pages 71 - 78

Published Online: 1 Jul 2007

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Bleaching Teeth: History, Chemicals, and Methods Used for Common Tooth Discolorations

Tom S. Fasanaro, D.D.S.*

*Private practice. Pleasant Hill. California. Dr. Fasanaro Is also affiliated with the Postgraduate Bonding Practlcum at the University of Pacific School of Dentistry. San Francisco. California

Correspondence to Address reprint requests to Tom S. Fasanaro, D.D.S., 70 Doray Drive, Pleasant Hill. CA 94523

ABSTRACT

This article reviews the history of bleaching teeth to lighten tooth color. The last 2 years have seen a dramatic increase in new bleaching methods and bleaching chemicals. The following categorizes bleaching chemicals and methods in relation to their use in treating common tooth discolorations. Special attention is given to home bleaching methods.

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