Dentifrícios branqueadores contendo Blue covarine: revisão de literatura / Bleaching dentifrices containing "Blue covarine" literature review

Introdução: O efeito branqueador dos dentifrícios contendo Blue covarine é fundamentado no seu mecanismo de ação, caracterizado pela sua deposição na superfície dentária, alterando a percepção da cor. Objetivo: Revisar a literatura e buscar evidência científica sobre o efeito branqueador do Blue Covarine em tecidos mineralizados e materiais restauradores estéticos. Materiais e métodos: Para a revisão da literatura foram feitas buscas nas bases de dados PubMed, LILACS, BBO, SciELO e MEDLINE para identificar estudos clínicos e laboratoriais que avaliassem a ação branqueadora do agente óptico Blue covarine. Como estratégia de busca foram utilizados os descritores "Blue covarine", "Blue covarine e pasta de dentes", "Blue covarine and toothpaste", "Blue covarine e dentifrícios", "Blue covarine and dentifrices", "Blue covarine e dentifrícios branqueadores", "Blue covarine and whitening dentifrices", "Blue covarine e dentifrícios clareadores", "Blue covarine and bleaching dentifrices", "Blue covarine e pasta de dentes branqueadoras", "Blue covarine and whitening toothpaste", "Blue covarine e pasta de dentes clareadoras", "Blue covarine and bleaching toothpaste". Resultados: Dois pesquisadores selecionaram e analisaram criticamente 31 artigos, sendo 2 revisões da literatura, 4 estudos clínicos e 25 estudos laboratoriais. Divergências quanto ao desenho de estudo, métodos, amostra, critérios clínicos e parâmetros laboratoriais foram observados, além de conflitos de interesse. Conclusão: O Blue Covarine presente nos dentifrícios branqueadores parece ser efetivo na promoção do branqueamento dentário apenas quando associado aos agentes abrasivos presentes nas formulações, evidenciando que ensaios clínicos e laboratoriais, com metodologias semelhantes, são necessários para se obter evidência científica conclusiva sobre o efeito deste agente branqueador.(AU)

Introduction: The whitening effect of dentifrices containing Blue Covarine is based on its mechanism of action, characterized by its deposition on the tooth surface, altering the perception of color. Objective: To review the literature and seek scientific evidence on the whitening effect of Blue Covarine on mineralized tissues and aesthetic restorative materials. Materials and methods: For the literature review, searches were carried out in the PubMed, LILACS, BBO, SciELO and MEDLINE databases, in order to identify clinical and laboratory studies that evaluated the whitening action of the optical agent Blue Covarine. As a search strategy, the descriptors "Blue Covarine", "Blue Covarine and toothpaste", "Blue Covarine and dentifrices", "Blue Covarine and whitening dentifrices", "Blue Covarine and bleaching dentifrices", "Blue Covarine and whitening toothpaste", "Blue Covarine and bleaching toothpaste". Results: Two researchers selected and critically analyzed 31 articles, including 2 literature reviews, 4 clinical studies and 25 laboratory studies. Differences in study design, methods, sample, clinical criteria and laboratory parameters were observed, in addition to conflicts of interest. Conclusion: Blue Covarine present in whitening dentifrices seems to be effective in promoting dental whitening only when associated with abrasive agents present in the formulations, showing that clinical and laboratory tests, with similar methodologies, are necessary to obtain conclusive scientific evidence on the effect of this bleaching agent.(AU)

One-year clinical observation of the effect of internal bleaching on pulpless discolored teeth / 华西口腔医学杂志

OBJECTIVES@#This study aimed to observe the color rebound and rebound rates of non-pulp discolored teeth within 1 year after routine internal bleaching to guide clinical practice and prompt prognosis.@*METHODS@#In this work, the efficacy of bleaching was observed in 20 patients. The color of discolored teeth was measured by using a computerized colorimeter before bleaching; immediately after bleaching; and at the 1st, 3rd, 6th, 9th, and 12th months after bleaching. The L*, a*, and b* values of the color of cervical, mesial, and incisal parts of the teeth were obtained, and the color change amounts ΔE*, ΔL*, Δa*, and Δb* were calculated. The overall rebound rate (P*) and the color rebound velocity (V*) were also analyzed over time.@*RESULTS@#In 20 patients following treatment, the average ΔE* of tooth color change was 14.99. After bleaching, the neck and middle of the teeth ΔE* and ΔL* decreased in the 1st, 3rd, 6th, 9th, and 12th months, and the differences were statistically significant. Meanwhile, from the 9th month after bleaching, the rebound speed was lower than that in the 1st month, and the difference was statistically significant. The incisal end of the tooth ΔE* and ΔL* decreased in the 6th, 9th, and 12th months after bleaching, and the differences were statistically significant. No significant difference was found in the rebound speed between time points. However, this rate settled after the 9th month, with an average color rebound rate of 30.11% in 20 patients.@*CONCLUSIONS@#The results indicated that internal bleaching could cause a noticeable color change on pulpless teeth. The color rebound after bleaching was mainly caused by lightness (L*), which gradually decreased with time, and it was slightly related to a* and b*. The color of the teeth after internal bleaching rebounded to a certain extent with time, but the color rebound speed became stable from the 9th month. Clinically, secondary internal bleaching can be considered at this time according to whether the colors of the affected tooth and the adjacent tooth are coordinated and depending on the patient's needs.

How a 16% Carbamide peroxide home Bleaching agent affects the surface properties of chairside CAD/CAM materials? / ¿Cómo afecta un agente blanqueador casero de peróxido de carbamida al 16% a las propiedades de la superficie de los materiales CAD/CAM de consultorio?

Abstract Surface changes of restorative materials after bleaching have clinical importance in terms of the durability and survival of restorations. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of home bleaching on the surface roughness, microhardness, and surface analysis of four different types of chairside computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) materials. Specimens were prepared from composite resin (Brilliant Crios: BC), resin nanoceramic (Lava Ultimate: LU), polymerinfiltrated ceramic-network (Vita Enamic: VE), and zirconia-reinforced lithium silicate glass-ceramic (Vita Suprinity: VS) CAD/CAM materials. Specimens were polished using 800, 1000, 1200, and 2000 grit SiC papers. Each restorative material was randomly divided into two groups; control and bleaching (n=10). The 16% carbamide peroxide bleaching agent (Whiteness Perfect 16%, FGM) was applied to the specimens for 4 h/ day for 14 days. Surface roughness values (Ra) were obtained using a profilometer, and microhardness values (VHN) were obtained using a Vickers microhardness test. Surface analysis of specimens was evaluated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX). Data were analyzed Two-way ANOVA and Fishers Least Significant Difference (LSD) test (p<0.05). After bleaching, the surface roughness of BC (p<0.001) and VE (p<0.032) significantly increased. Bleaching did not significantly affect the microhardness of CAD/CAM materials. SEM evaluation showed material-dependent surface damages after bleaching procedures. The effect of 16% carbamide peroxide home bleaching agent on surface roughness and microhardness of chairside CAD/CAM materials is material-dependent. Before bleaching, restorative materials should be protected by applying a protective barrier and contact with the bleaching agent should be minimized. Also, after bleaching, the restoration surface should be carefully inspected, and re-polishing might be beneficial.

Resumen Los cambios en la superficie de los materiales de restauración tras el blanqueamiento tienen importancia clínica en cuanto a la durabilidad y supervivencia de las restauraciones. Este estudio tenía como objetivo evaluar el efecto del blanqueamiento en casa sobre la rugosidad de la superficie, la microdureza y el análisis de la superficie de cuatro tipos diferentes de materiales de diseño asistido por computadora y fabricación asistida por computadora (CAD/CAM). Se prepararon especímenes de materiales CAD/CAM de resina compuesta (Brilliant Crios: BC), de nanocerámica de resina (Lava Ultimate: LU), de cerámica en red infiltrada por polímeros (Vita Enamic: VE) y de cerámica de vidrio de silicato de litio reforzada con circonio (Vita Suprinity: VS). Las muestras se pulieron con papeles de SiC de grano 800, 1000, 1200 y 2000. Cada material de restauración se dividió aleatoriamente en dos grupos: control y blanqueo (n=10). El agente blanqueador de peróxido de carbamida al 16% (Whiteness Perfect 16%, FGM) se aplicó a las muestras durante 4 h/día durante 14 días. Los valores de rugosidad de la superficie (Ra) se obtuvieron utilizando un perfilómetro, y los valores de microdureza (VHN) se obtuvieron utilizando una prueba de microdureza Vickers. El análisis de la superficie de las muestras se evaluó mediante microscopía electrónica de barrido (SEM) y espectroscopia de rayos X de energía dispersiva (EDX). Los datos se analizaron mediante ANOVA de dos vías y la prueba de diferencia mínima significativa (LSD) de Fisher (p<0,05). Tras el blanqueamiento, la rugosidad de la superficie del CB (p<0,001) y del VE (p<0,032) aumentó significativamente. El blanqueamiento no afectó significativamente a la microdureza de los materiales CAD/CAM. La evaluación SEM mostró daños superficiales dependientes del material después de los procedimientos de blanqueo. El efecto del agente blanqueador casero de peróxido de carbamida al 16% sobre la rugosidad de la superficie y la microdureza de los materiales CAD/CAM en el sillón depende del material. Antes del blanqueamiento, los materiales de restauración deben protegerse aplicando una barrera protectora y debe minimizarse el contacto con el agente blanqueador. Además, después del blanqueamiento, la superficie de la restauración debe inspeccionarse cuidadosamente y puede ser beneficioso volver a pulirla.

In vitro bacterial adherence on teeth submitted to whitening with musa paradisiaca / Adherencia bacteriana in vitro en dientes sometidos a blanqueamiento con musa paradisiaca

Objetive: To compare in vitro bacterial adherence on teeth submitted to whitening with 50% ethanolic extract of Musa paradisiaca and 35% hydrogen peroxide. Material and Methods: The study was experimental and used 18 premolars that were grouped into: G1 (control), G2 (50% ethanol extract of Musa paradisiaca) and G3 (35% hydrogen peroxide). The teeth were then exposed to a Streptococcus mutans culture for 24 hours, followed by centrifugation in thioglycolate broth. A culture on trypticase soy agar was done with a 1 in 100 dilution, and after 48 hours colony forming units (CFU) were counted. Statistical analysis was performed using the ANOVA test, complemented by the Bonferroni post-hoc. Results: Bacterial adherence was 77x105 CFU/ml in Group 3 using 35% hydrogen peroxide, 40x105 CFU/ml in Group 2 using 50% ethanol extract of Musa paradisiaca, and 89x104 CFU/ml in Group 1 (control). The difference between the three groups was significant (p=0.000). Conclusion: Both whitening methods cause bacterial adherence to the tooth surface, although to a lower degree with Musa paradisiaca.eses.

Objetivo: Comparar la adherencia bacteriana in vitro en dientes sometidos a blanqueamiento con extracto etanólico de Musa paradisiaca al 50% y con peróxido de hidrógeno al 35%. Material y Métodos: Comparar la adherencia bacteriana in vitro en dientes sometidos a blanqueamiento con extracto etanólico de Musa paradisiaca al 50% y con peróxido de hidrógeno al 35%.Resultados: La adherencia bacteriana fue de 77x105 UFC/ml con el peróxido de hidrógeno al 35%, de 40x105 UFC/ml con el extracto etanólico de Musa paradisiaca al 50% y de 89x104 UFC/ml con el control. La diferencia fue significativa entre los tres grupos (p=0.000). Conclusión: Ambos métodos de blanqueamiento causan adherencia bacteriana en la superficie dental, siendo menor con Musa paradisiaca.

Dental Whitening: Self-Referred Needs versus Professional Indication

Abstract Objective: To analyze the self-reported need of patients compared to professional indications for tooth whitening. Material and Methods: Initially, 58 undergraduate students responded to a form that highlighted the question: "Do you think you need to have your teeth whitened?" Among those who answered positively to the previous question, ten individuals were photographed with their smiles. In addition, they were asked to point out, on the Vita 3D-Master scale, which color they believed their teeth had, a value that was compared to the actual color obtained by a spectrophotometer. Finally, the photographs were presented to dentists, who were asked about the indication or not of the whitening treatment. Results: Most interviewees (63.8%) self-reported the need for whitening, as well as there was a greater incidence of a positive indication among professionals (53.9%). Pearson's Chi-square test revealed a relationship between patient gender and the training course on the desire to have teeth whitened. Among the professionals, the specialty, as well as time since graduation, interfered in the indication for whitening. Conclusion: Professionals and patients share the aesthetic ideal directly related to light teeth; most patients self-perceive the color of their teeth darker than it actually is; the opinion about the color of the teeth has an extremely subjective character and varies greatly from one professional to another (AU).

Riesgo biológico del blanqueamiento dental interno / Biological risk posed by internal tooth whitening

Introducción: El blanqueamiento dental interno forma parte de la práctica odontológica desde hace varias décadas, pero se han descrito riesgos biológicos de los cuales no existe mucha evidencia. Objetivo: Describir los riesgos biológicos provocados por el blanqueamiento dental interno en dientes no vitales. Métodos: Se realizó una revisión sistemática exploratoria en la base de datos bibliográfica PubMed empleando operadores booleanos y palabras clave que aparecen recogidas en los Descriptores en Ciencias de la Salud. Las variables estudiadas fueron: autor principal, título, año de publicación, tipo de artículo, revista donde se publicaron los artículos y riesgo biológico del blanqueamiento interno descrito. Se filtraron y procesaron los resultados en una base de datos y se analizaron los textos completos para evaluar su calidad y que estos cumplieran los criterios de inclusión y exclusión. Resultados: Fueron incluidos en el estudio 14 artículos, todos por investigaciones originales o revisiones sistemáticas. El 64,3 por ciento de los artículos proyectaba los hallazgos hacia la presencia de reabsorciones cervicales externas posterior al blanqueamiento dental interno. El resto no aportó evidencia alguna de riesgos biológicos luego del tratamiento descrito. Conclusiones: Más de la mitad de los artículos incluidos en el estudio concluyeron que la reabsorción cervical externa es el principal riesgo biológico que trae consigo el tratamiento blanqueador interno de dientes no vitales, apoyados por un factor desencadenante de historial de traumatismos dentarios que propician la aparición de estas afectaciones(AU)

Introduction: Internal tooth whitening has been a component of dental practice for several decades, but biological risks have been described about which not much evidence is available. Objective: Describe the biological risks posed by internal tooth whitening in nonvital teeth. Methods: An exploratory systematic review was conducted in the bibliographic database PubMed using Boolean operators and key words obtained from Health Sciences Descriptors. The variables analyzed were main author, title, year of publication, article type, journal where the articles were published and biological risk of the internal tooth whitening procedure described. Results were filtered and processed in a database and full texts were analyzed for quality and compliance with the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: A total 14 articles were included in the study, all of which were either original studies or systematic reviews. In 64.3 percent of the articles, findings had to do with the presence of external cervical resorption after internal tooth whitening. The remaining articles did not contribute any evidence of biological risks after the treatment described. Conclusions: More than half of the articles included in the study concluded that external cervical resorption is the main biological risk posed by internal whitening of nonvital teeth, supported by the triggering factor of a history of dental trauma leading to the occurrence of these disorders(AU)

Uso do fluoreto de sódio como dessensibilizante no clareamento dental: uma revisão de literatura / Use of sodium fluoride as a desensibilizer in dental bleaching: a literature review

Objetivo: Verificar, por meio de uma revisão de literatura, a efetividade do uso do fluoreto de sódio como dessensibilizante para casos de sensibilidade induzida por clareamento dental. Resultados: O clareamento dentário tornou-se um dos procedimentos estéticos mais procurados na odontologia. Atualmente, existem duas técnicas supervisionadas por dentistas: o clareamento caseiro e o de consultório. Os materiais mais utilizados são o peróxido de carbamida e o de hidrogênio, respectivamente. O clareamento dental baseia-se na premissa de que o peróxido de hidrogênio penetra na estrutura dentária para interagir com os cromóforos orgânicos. Embora o protocolo de clareamento exija o uso de agentes oxidantes de baixa concentração, a sensibilidade dentária ainda está presente e pode ser considerado o principal efeito adverso da técnica de clareamento. Para minimizar este problema, a aplicação tópica de dessensibilizantes antes e após o clareamento dentário tem mostrado bons resultados na redução da intensidade de sensibilidade. Considerações finais: Mediante revisão apresentada, constatou-se que fluoreto de sódio quando utilizado após o protocolo clareador, como dessensibilizante, não elimina a sensibilidade, mas diminui a intensidade da dor. Quando utilizado antes do clareamento dental, não apresenta resultados positivos. Ademais, salienta-se que quando o fluoreto é incorporado no gel clareador, resulta em menor desmineralização do esmalte dentário.(AU)

Objective: To verify, through a literature review, the effectiveness of using sodium fluoride as a desensitizer for cases of sensitivity induced by tooth whitening. Literature review: Teeth whitening has become one of the most desired aesthetic procedures in dentistry. Currently, there are two techniques supervised by dentists: home whitening and office whitening. The most used materials are carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide, respectively. Teeth whitening is based on the premise that hydrogen peroxide penetrates the tooth structure to interact with organic chromophores. Although the whitening protocol requires the use of low concentration oxidizing agents, tooth sensitivity is still present and can be considered the main adverse effect of the whitening technique. To minimize this problem, the topical application of desensitizers before and after tooth whitening has shown good results in reducing the intensity of sensitivity. Final considerations: Upon the review presented, it was found that sodium fluoride, when used after the whitening protocol, as a desensitizer, does not eliminate sensitivity, but reduces the intensity of pain. When used before tooth whitening, it has no positive results. Furthermore, it should be noted that when fluoride is incorporated into the whitening gel, less enamel demineralization is induced.(AU)

Efectividad de la terapia láser combinada con la técnica convencional en pacientes con discromías dentales / Effectiveness of laser therapy combined with the conventional technique in patients with dental dischromya

Introducción: La discromía dental es una afectación estética, de causa multifactorial, caracterizada por el cambio de coloración de uno o varios dientes. Objetivo: Evaluar la efectividad de la terapia láser como fuente de luz y calor en pacientes con discromías dentales. Método: Se realizó un estudio cuasi experimental, de intervención terapéutica, en 24 pacientes con discromías dentales atendidos en la Clínica Estomatológica Provincial DocenteMártires del Moncada de Santiago de Cuba, desde julio de 2017 hasta julio de 2018. Los integrantes del estudio se asignaron de forma aleatoria a 2 grupos de tratamiento:a los pares (grupo de estudio) se les aplicó láser combinado con la técnica convencional de peróxido de hidrógeno;a los impares (grupo control), tratamiento convencional solamente.Se utilizaron las frecuencias absoluta y relativa como medidas de resumen, así como la prueba de X 2 de homogeneidad para la validación estadística, con un nivel de significación de 0,05. Resultados: Para los pacientes del grupo de estudio, la segunda y tercera sesiones fueron más efectivas. Al culminar el tratamiento, ambos resultaron efectivos, pero los que recibieron láser evolucionaron más rápidamente que los tratados solo con peróxido de hidrógeno. Conclusiones: El uso de la terapia láser y peróxido de hidrógeno fue efectivo en pacientes con discromías dentales y demostró que no provoca efectos adversos en los dientes tratados.

Introduction: The dental dischromya is an esthetic disorder, of multifactorial cause, characterized by the change of coloration of one or several teeth. Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of laser therapy as a source of light and heat in patients with dental dischromya. Method: A quasi-experiment, of therapeutic intervention study, was carried out in 24 patients with dental dischromya assisted in Mártires del Moncada Teaching Provincial Stomatological Clinic in Santiago de Cuba, from July, 2017 to March, 2018. The members of the study were assigned at random with 2 treatment groups: a study group (pairs) to whom laser combined with the conventional technique of peroxide of hydrogen was applied; to odd number patients (control group), conventional treatment only. The absolute and relative frequencies were used as summary measures, as well as the chi-square test of homogeneity for the statistical validation, with a level of significance of 0.05. Results: For the patients of the study group, the second and third sessions were more effective. When culminating the treatment, both were effective, but those that received laser evolved more quickly than those treated with peroxide of hydrogen. Conclusions: The use of the laser therapy and peroxide of hydrogen was effective in patients with dental dischromya and it was demonstrated that doesn't cause adverse effects in the treated teeth.

Benefícios e malefícios durante o procedimento de clareamento dental: revisão integrativa / Benefits and harms during the dental bleaching procedure: integrative review

Existem técnicas amplamente utilizadas na atualidade e diversos tipos de substâncias clareadoras em diferentes formas de apresentação que podem implicar no procedimento quando se é executado podendo trazer benefícios e/ou malefícios. O objetivo deste estudo foi realizar uma revisão integrativa da literatura acercar dos benefícios e/ou malefícios existente durante o processo de clareamento dental, nas bases de dados Lilacs e Pubmed, utilizando os descritores "Clareamento Dental"; "Odontologia baseada em evidências" e "Estética Dentária". Os critérios de inclusão foram artigos completos, nas línguas inglesa e portuguesa, indexados no período de 2010 a 2020. Após os artigos serem filtrados, 5.929 foram encontrados, e a partir destes, 9 artigos apresentaram informações que estavam relacionados com a temática a ser proposta. A partir da analise ficou explicito que a realização de um procedimento consciente de todas as etapas, com conhecimento da técnica e indicação é necessária para que se tenha sucesso(AU)

There are techniques used today and several types of whitening substances in different forms of presentation that may involve the procedure when it is possible to bring benefits and / or harms. The aim of this study was to carry out an integrative literature review about the benefits and / or harms that exist during the tooth whitening process, in the Lilacs and Pubmed databases, using the descriptors "Dental Whitening"; "Evidence-based dentistry" and "Dental Aesthetics". The inclusion criteria were complete articles, in English and Portuguese, indexed in the period from 2010 to 2020. After the articles were filtered, 5,929 were found, and from these, 9 articles presented information that was related to the theme to be proposed. From the analysis it was made explicit that the performance of a conscious procedure of all stages, with knowledge of the technique and indication is necessary for success(AU)

Resultados de las técnicas blanqueadoras mixta e inmediata para el blanqueamiento de dientes tratados endodónticamente - reportes de casos / O resultado das técnicas clareadoras mista e imediata para o clareamento de dentes tratados endodonticamente - relatos de casos / Results of mixed and immediate bleaching techniques for bleaching endodontically treated teeth - case reports

Resumen Introducción: El oscurecimiento de un diente anterior interfiere negativamente en el aspecto de la sonrisa, y varias son las causas que pueden ser responsables por este oscurecimiento. Objetivo: Describir las técnicas de blanqueamiento mixto e inmediato a través del reporte de dos casos clínicos. Caso 1: Individuo de sexo masculino, con Síndrome de Treacher Collins, se quejó sobre alteración cromática del diente 33, verificada mediante examen clínico, radiográficamente presencia de tratamiento endodóntico satisfactorio. Por lo que fue planeado el blanqueamiento interno mediante técnica mixta. Caso 2: Individuo de sexo masculino, con Síndrome de Apert reportó cambio cromático en el diente 22, observado en el examen clínico, radiográficamente presentando tratamiento endodóntico insatisfactorio. Se realizó retratamiento endodóntico y a los 6 meses se realizó blanqueamiento interno mediante técnica inmediata. Conclusión: El blanqueamiento dental ejecutado con las técnicas mixtas e inmediatas, devuelve la armonía de la sonrisa, recuperando el color ideal y elevando la autoestima a los pacientes.

Resumo Introdução: O escurecimento de um dente anterior interfere negativamente na aparência do sorriso, e várias são as causas que podem ser responsáveis por esse escurecimento. Objetivo: Descrever as técnicas clareadoras mista e imediata através do relato de dois casos clínicos. Caso 1: Indivíduo do gênero masculino com Síndrome de Treacher Collins, queixou-se de alteração cromática no dente 33, constatado no exame clínico, radiograficamente apresentando tratamento endodôntico satisfatório. O clareamento interno foi planejado e realizado pela técnica mista. Caso 2: Indivíduo do gênero masculino, com Síndrome de Apert, relatou alteração cromática no dente 22, constatado ao exame clínico, apresentando tratamento endodôntico insatisfatório. Foi realizada a reintervenção endodôntica e após 6 meses, foi realizado clareamento interno pela técnica imediata. Conclusão: O uso das técnicas clareadoras mista e imediata, resulta na devolução da harmonia do sorriso, recuperando a coloração ideal e devolvendo a autoestima aos pacientes.

Abstract Introduction: The darkening of a single anterior tooth negatively affects the smile's appearance, and several factors may cause this darkening. Objective: To describe the mixed and immediate bleaching techniques by reporting two clinical cases. Case 1: A male individual with Treacher Collins Syndrome. He complained of chromatic alteration in tooth 33, which was verified on clinical examination. X-ray imaging showed satisfactory endodontic treatment. Internal bleaching was performed with the mixed technique. Case 2: A male individual with Apert Syndrome reported chromatic alteration in tooth 22, observed on clinical examination. X-ray imaging showed unsatisfactory endodontic treatment. Endodontic retreatment was performed. Six months later, internal whitening was performed immediately. Conclusion: The use of mixed and immediate whitening techniques restores the smile's harmony, the tooth's ideal color, and patients' self-esteem.

Caracterización clínico epidemiológica de pacientes con discromía dental / Clinical epidemiological characterization of patients with dental dyschromia

Introducción: La odontología conservadora ha afrontado un problema conocido como discromía, la cual ocurre cuando el diente sufre un cambio de color. No es grave en cuanto a la repercusión para la salud, pero es una condición desagradable que afecta la estética del paciente y su estado psíquico. Algunos estudios evidencian un aumento en cuanto a la discromía dental, como motivo de consulta de los pacientes, quienes en ocasiones solicitan la avulsión dentaria. Objetivo: Describir las características clínicas y epidemiológicas de pacientes con discromía. Método: Se realizó una investigación observacional, descriptiva transversal, en pacientes que acudieron a consulta en la clínica estomatológica docente del Hospital Militar Central Dr. Carlos J. Finlay, en el período comprendido entre febrero de 2016 a octubre de 2019, con un universo de 349 pacientes. Resultados: Los pacientes menos afectados fueron los menores de 19 años con un 4,3 por ciento, el sexo masculino representó un 65,9 por ciento. Predominaron las tinciones por bacterias cromógenas tanto para el sexo masculino como el femenino, con un 27,3 por ciento y 15,9 por ciento respectivamente, el grupo de edad de 35-59 años fue el más afectado con un 44,1 por ciento; las tinciones por descomposición aparecieron en el 48,4 por ciento de los pacientes. Conclusiones: Los pacientes más afectados por discromía dental fueron del sexo masculino, del rango de edad entre 35-59 años y causas extrínsecas(AU)

Introduction: Conservative dentistry has faced a problem known as dyschromia, which occurs when the tooth undergoes a color change. It is not serious in terms of consequences for health, but it is an unpleasant condition that affects the aesthetics of the patient and her psychic state. Some studies show an increase in terms of dental dyschromia, as a reason for consulting patients, who sometimes request dental avulsion. Objective: To describe the clinical and epidemiological characteristics of patients with dyschromia. Method: An observational, descriptive cross-sectional investigation was carried out in patients who came to the clinic at the teaching dental clinic of the Central Military Hospital Dr. Carlos J. Finlay, in the period from February 2016 to October 2019, with a universe of 349 patients. Results: The least affected patients were under 19 years old with 4.3 percent, the male sex represented 65.9 percent. Staining by chromogenic bacteria predominated for both the male and female sex, with 27.3 percent and 15.9 percent respectively, the age group of 35-59 years was the most affected with 44.1 percent; decomposition stains appeared in 48.4 percent of patients. Conclusions: The patients most affected by dental dyschromia were male, with an age range between 35-59 years and extrinsic causes(AU)

Effect of bleaching protocols on surface roughness and color change of high- and low-viscosity bulk-fill composite resins / Efeito de protocolos clareadores na rugosidade de superfície e alteração de cor de resinas compostas bulk-fill de alta e baixa viscosidade

ABSTRACT The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effect of bleaching protocols on the surface roughness (Ra), color change and surface micromorphology of a low-viscosity bulk-fill composite (Filtek Bulk Fill Flow, 3M ESPE), a highviscosity bulk-fill composite (Filtek Bulk Fill, 3M ESPE) and a conventional nanoparticulate composite resin (control) (Filtek Z350 XT, 3M ESPE). Forty samples of each composite (disks 5 mm in diameter and 2 mm thick) were randomly divided into four groups (n=10), according to bleaching protocol: a) 10% carbamide peroxide gel (Opalescence, Ultradent Products) (2 h/ day, for 14 days); b) 40% hydrogen peroxide gel (Opalescence Boost, Ultradent Products) (three bleaching sessions, once a week, 45 min/session); c) whitening rinse (Listerine Whitening Extreme, Johnson & Johnson) (2 min/day, for 14 days); and d) distilled water (control). The samples were submitted to triplicate readings (Ra and color [CIELAB parameters]) before and after contact with bleaching protocols. Micromorphology was analyzed in a scanning electron microscope (SEM). Ra and color parameters (ΔL, Δa, Δb and ΔE) were analyzed by generalized linear models (α=0.05). The Ra of the high-viscosity bulk-fill was significantly higher than that of the other composites (p<0.05). Ra increased significantly (p<0.05) and surface became more irregular (SEM analysis) in all the composite resins, regardless of the bleaching protocol (p<0.05). The high-viscosity bulk-fill composite resin group had significantly lower ΔE (p<0.05) than the nanoparticulate composite resin group immersed in distilled water. It was concluded that the characteristics of each resin significantly influenced the Ra more than the bleaching protocol. The high-viscosity bulk-fill resin presented minor color change.

RESUMO Este estudo in vitro teve objetivo de avaliar o efeito de protocolos clareadores sobre a rugosidade de superfície (Ra), alteração de cor e micromorfologia de resina bulk-fill de baixa viscosidade (Filtek Bulk Fill Flow, 3M ESPE), alta viscosidade (Filtek Bulk Fill, 3M ESPE) e de uma resina composta nanoparticulada (controle) (Filtek Z350 XT, 3M ESPE). Quarenta amostras de cada resin composta (discos de 5 mm de diâmetro e 2 mm de espessura) foram aleatoriamente divididas em quatro grupos , de acordo com protocolo clareador (n=10): a) Gel de peróxido de carbamida (Opalescence, Ultradent Products) (2 horas/dia, por 14 dias); b) Gel de peróxido de hidrogênio (Opalescence Boost, Ultradent Products) (3 sessões de clareamento, uma por semana, 45 min/sessão); enxaguatório clareador (Listerine Whitening Extreme, Johnson & Johnson) (2 min/dia, por 14 dias); d) água destilada (controle). As amostras foram submetidas a leituras, em triplicata (Ra e cor (parâmetros CIELab) antes e depois do contato com os protocolos clareadores. A micromorfologia de superfície foi conduzida em microscópio eletrônico de varredura (MEV). Ra e parâmetros de cor (ΔL, Δa, Δb e ΔE) foram analisados por modelos lineares generalizados (α=0.05). A Ra da resina bulk-fill de alta viscosidade foi significantemente superior do que para os outros compósitos (pp<0.05). A Ra aumentou significantemente (p<0.05) e a superfície ficou mais irregular (MEV) para todos os compósitos, independente do protocolo clareador (pp<0,05). A resina bulk-fill de alta viscosidade obteve menor ΔE (pp<0.05) do que a resina composta nanoparticulada, imersa em água destilada. Pode-se concluir que as características de cada resina composta influenciaram de forma mais significativa a Ra do que o protocolo clareador. A resina bulk fill de alta viscosidade apresentou menor alteração de cor.

Regresión de la luminosidad del color posblanqueamiento dental casero en pacientes fumadores y no fumadores / Color luminosity regression after home tooth whitening in smoking and nonsmoking patients

Introducción: Existen muchos estudios de efectividad del blanqueamiento dental; sin embargo, son muy pocos los que hablan de regresión de color (fenómeno que se produce posterior a un blanqueamiento dental), lo mismo ocurre en relación a pacientes fumadores. Objetivo Determinar la regresión de la luminosidad del color en pacientes sometidos a blanqueamiento dental casero con peróxido de carbamida al 10 por ciento, en pacientes fumadores y no fumadores. Métodos: Estudio descriptivo, transversal, en 43 pacientes de un grupo de 60 previamente tratados de forma casera durante 3 semanas con peróxido de carbamida al 10 por ciento. Fueron divididos en un grupo experimental (pacientes fumadores GE) y grupo control (no fumadores GC). Se midió la variación del color con el espectrofotómetro Vita Easyshade® a la semana, mes, 6 meses y 9 meses posblanqueamiento. Los datos obtenidos mediante la medición con el espectrofotómetro fueron analizados por el test de Shapiro Wilk y Kolmogorov-Smirnov para evaluar normalidad de la distribución y, posteriormente, sometidos al test Mann-Whitney U y Wilcoxon W (#945; = 0,05). Resultados: El delta L* fue: 2,3 (GE) y 3,66 (GC); deltas calculados con datos de los 9 meses vs. semana posblanqueamiento. No hubo diferencias estadísticamente significativas entre ambos grupos. Conclusiones: No existen diferencias estadísticamente significativas en la regresión del color posteriores al blanqueamiento casero con peróxido de carbamida al 10 por ciento en pacientes fumadores y no fumadores(AU)

Introduction: Many studies have been conducted about the effectiveness of tooth whitening, but few refer to color regression (a phenomenon occurring after tooth whitening) or to smoking patients. Objective: Determine color luminosity regression in smoking and nonsmoking patients undergoing home tooth whitening with 10 percent carbamide peroxide. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted of 43 patients from a group of 60 previously undergoing home treatment with 10 percent carbamide peroxide for 3 weeks. The patients were divided into an experimental group (EG, smoking patients) and a control group (CG, nonsmoking patients). A Vita Easyshade® spectrophotometer was used to measure color variation one week, one month, 6 months and 9 months after whitening. The data obtained by spectrophotometry were analyzed with the Shapiro-Wilk and the Kolmogorov-Smirnov tests to evaluate the normality of the distribution, and then they were subjected to the Mann-Whitney-Wilcoxon U test (α = 0,05). Results: Delta L* was 2,3 (EG) and 3,66 (CG); delta values were estimated from data obtained 9 months vs. one week after whitening. No statistically significant differences were found between the groups. Conclusions: No statistically significant color regression differences are found in either smoking or nonsmoking patients after home whitening with 10 percent carbamide peroxide(AU)

Evaluación de la autopercepción de estética dental en pacientes tratados con dos modalidades distintas de blanqueamiento dental / Evaluation of dental esthetics self-perception in patients treated with two different types of tooth whitening

RESUMEN Objetivo: Determinar la influencia en la variación de la autopercepción estética dental, al someterse a dos modalidades distintas de blanqueamiento dental. Métodos: Investigación descriptiva transversal con 48 pacientes que fueron tratados con dos sistemas de blanqueamiento. Se aplicó la encuesta "Perfil de impacto de salud oral", versión en español (OHIP-e, por sus siglas en inglés), con el fin de medir la autopercepción estética previamente al tratamiento de blanqueamiento. Estos pacientes fueron asignados a uno de los dos grupos de tratamiento, grupo de blanqueamiento "ambulatorio" o grupo de blanqueamiento "clínico". La encuesta OHIP-e volvió a ser aplicada una semana luego del término de la intervención. Se analizaron los puntajes obtenidos en la escala de autopercepción de estética bucal, antes y después de la intervención, en ambos grupos de estudio. Se realizó la prueba Z de Kolmogórov-Smirnov para determinar la normalidad de los puntajes promedio de OHIP-e. Se realizó una prueba t de Student, que evaluó el cambio de la autopercepción de estética dental antes y después al blanqueamiento. Los análisis estadísticos se realizaron aceptando una probabilidad de error tipo I de 0,05 (p< 0,05). Resultados: Los puntajes de OHIP-e inicialmente fueron distintos en ambos grupos y mejoraron (disminuyeron no significativamente con la aplicación de los tratamientos de blanqueamiento en ambos grupos, p< 0,05), excepto en la dimensión dolor físico en el grupo "clínico" (p= 0,03). Conclusiones: El blanqueamiento dental "ambulatorio" y "clínico", presentan un cambio en la autopercepción estética dental similar, luego de una semana de realizado el tratamiento. Ambos tratamientos presentaron un impacto positivo en la autopercepción estética dental de los pacientes(AU)

ABSTRACT Objective: Determine the effect of two different types of tooth whitening on dental esthetics self-perception. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted of 48 patients treated with two whitening systems. The Spanish version of the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-e) was used to measure esthetic self-perception before the whitening treatment. The patients were assigned to one of two treatment groups: ambulatory whitening group and clinical whitening group. The OHIP-e survey was applied again one week after completion of the intervention. The scores obtained by both groups were analyzed with the oral esthetics self-perception scale before and after the intervention. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov Z test was applied to determine the normality of mean OHIP-e scores. Student's t test was used to evaluate the change in dental esthetics self-perception before and after whitening. The statistical analyses performed accepted a type I error probability of 0.05 (p< 0.05). Results: OHIP-e scores were initially different in the two groups and improved in both (decreased non-significantly with the application of the whitening treatments, p< 0.05), except for the physical pain dimension in the clinical group (p= 0.03). Conclusions: Ambulatory and clinical tooth whitening bring about a similar change in dental esthetics self-perception a week after completion of the treatment. Both treatments had a positive impact on the patients' dental esthetics self-perception(AU)

Avaliação de protocolos de clareamento dentário modificados por fontes luminosas / Evaluation of dental bleaching protocols modified by light sources / Evaluación de protocolos de blanqueamiento dental modificados por fuentes de luz

Introdução:Oclareamento dental é o procedimento estético mais realizado nos consultórios odontológicos. O uso de fontes luminosas tem sido recomendado para acelerar a ação do gel clareador, entretanto evidências científicas são controversas no que se diz respeito a essas fontes.Objetivo:Avaliar protocolos de clareamento dentário modificados por fontes luminosas, objetivando verificar, qual a influência dessas fontes no procedimento de clareamento dentário.Metodologia:Sendo essa, uma pesquisa que utilizou material biológico, a mesma foi submetida e aprovada pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa da UEPB. Realizou-se a obtenção de dentes(n = 20)por meio de parceria com o Banco de Dentes Humanos do curso de Odontologia da UEPB Campus VIII. Posteriormente realizou-se identificação dos dentes, em seguida registro inicial da cor do dente(escala VITA), o preparo dos blocos dentários e seleção dos grupos. Os dentes foram submetidos a dois protocolos de clareamentos distintos, com luz halógena e com LED, com ou sem troca do gel. Por fim, realizada a análise estatística. Resultados:A modificação do protocolo, seja quanto o tempo de aplicação do agente clareador, seja quanto à fonte de luz utilizada, alcança resultados satisfatórios. Houve diferença estatisticamente significativa entre os gruposda luz halógena (p = 0.041)Conclusões:Tendo em vista os resultados e a discussão encontrados na pesquisa, podemos verificar que as evidências científicas nos levam a observar que não há bases suficientes que comprovem a eficácia e benefícios a curto prazo da modificação dos protocolos de clareamento dental pelas fontes luminosas (AU).

Introduction:Tooth whitening is the most common cosmetic procedure performed in dental offices. The use of light sources has been recommended to accelerate the action of the whitening gel;however scientific evidence is controversial regardingthese sources.Objective:Evaluate tooth whitening protocols modified by light sources, aiming to verify, what is the influence of these sources in the tooth whitening procedure. Methodology:This being a research that used biological material, it was submitted and approved by theResearch Ethics Committee of UEPB. Teeth (n = 20) were obtained through a partnership with the Human Teeth Bank of the Dentistry course at UEPB Campus VIII. Subsequently, teeth identification was performed, followed by initial registration of tooth color(VITA scale), preparation of dental blocks and selection of groups. The teeth were submitted to two different whitening protocols, with halogen light and with LED, with or without changing the gel. Finally, statistical analysis was performed. Results:Themodification of the protocol, both in terms of the application time of the bleaching agent and in terms of the light source used, achieves satisfactory results. There was statistically significant difference between groupswith halogen light (p = 0.041). Conclusions:In view of the results and the discussion found in the research, we can see that the scientific evidence leads us to observe that there are not enough bases to prove the effectiveness and short-term benefits of modifying the teeth whitening protocols by light sources (AU).

Introducción: El blanqueamiento dental es el procedimiento cosmético más común que se realiza en consultorios dentales. Se ha recomendado el uso de fuentesde luz para acelerar la acción del gel blanqueador, sin embargo, la evidencia científica es controvertida con respecto a estas fuentes.Objetivo: Evaluar los protocolos de blanqueamiento dental modificados por fuentes de luz, con el objetivo de verificar cuál es la influencia de estas fuentes en el procedimiento de blanqueamiento dental. Metodología: Al tratarse de una investigación que utilizó material biológico, fue presentada y aprobada por el Comité de Ética en Investigación de la UEPB. Los dientes (n = 20) se obtuvieron a través de una asociación con el Banco de Dientes Humanos del curso de Odontología en el Campus VIII de la UEPB. Posteriormente, se realizó la identificación de los dientes, seguida del registro inicial del color del diente(escala VITA), la preparación de los bloques dentales y la selección de grupos. Los dientes fueron sometidos a dos protocolos diferentes de blanqueamiento, con luz halógena y con LED, con o sin cambiar el gel. Finalmente, se realizó un análisis estadístico. Resultados: La modificación del protocolo, tanto en términos del tiempo de aplicación del agente blanqueador como en términos de la fuente de luz utilizada, logra resultados satisfactorios. Hubo diferencias estadísticamente significativas entre los gruposcom luz halógena (p =0.041).Conclusiones: En vista de los resultados y la discusión encontrada en la investigación, podemos ver que la evidencia científica nos lleva a observar que no hay suficientes bases para probar la efectividad y los beneficios a corto plazo de modificar los protocolos de blanqueamiento dental por fuentes de luz (AU).

Harmonização do sorriso com laminados cerâmicos: relato de caso / Harmonization of smile with ceramic veneers: case report / Armonización de la sonrisa con laminados cerámicos: informe de caso

Introdução: Os padrões de beleza atuais aumentaram o nível de exigência estética e a busca por sorrisos cada vez mais harmônicos. As facetas cerâmicas destacam-se dentre as opções de tratamentos por associarem estética, longevidade e previsibilidade. Objetivo: Este trabalho objetivou apresentar um caso clínico de substituição de facetas diretas de resina composta por facetas indiretas de porcelana. Descrição do caso: A pacienteC.L.M, 25 anos, sexo feminino relatou insatisfação com a estética do seu sorriso, destacando o formato, o tamanho e a cor 1M2dos elementos dentários 11 e 21. Diante da queixa e da situação clínica observada, propôs-se a confecção de laminados cerâmicos de dissilicato de lítio, mediante a realização prévia de gengivoplastia e de clareamento dentário. Conclusões: Conclui-se que o planejamento cuidadoso, o conhecimento da técnica operatória e a execução adequada do protocolo reabilitador permitem que os laminados cerâmicos reestabeleçam o sorriso de forma estética e funcional (AU).

Introduction:The current beauty standards have increased the level of aesthetic demand and the search for more and more harmonious smiles. The ceramicveneers stand out among the treatment options for combining aesthetics, longevity and predictability. Objective:This study aimed to present a clinical case of substitution of direct resin veneers composed of indirect porcelain veneers. Case description:Patient C.L.M, 25 years old, female, reported dissatisfaction with the aesthetics of her smile, highlighting the shape, size and 1M2 colorof dental elements 11 and 21. In view of the complaint and the clinical situation observed, it was proposed to make lithium disilicate ceramic veneers, through previous gingivoplasty and tooth bleaching. Conclusions:It is concluded that the careful planning, the knowledge of the operative technique and the proper execution of the rehabilitation protocol allow the ceramic veneers to reestablish the smile in an aesthetic and functional way (AU).

Introducción: los estándares de belleza actuales han aumentado el nivel de demanda estética y la búsqueda de sonrisas cada vez más armoniosas. Las facetas cerámicas se destacan entre las opciones de tratamiento para combinar estética, longevidad y previsibilidad. Objetivo: Este estudio tuvo como objetivo presentar un caso clínico de sustitución de carillas de resina directas compuestas de carillas de porcelana indirectas.Descripción del caso: La paciente C.L.M, 25 años, mujer, refirió insatisfacción con la estética de su sonrisa, destacando la forma, tamaño y color 1M2de los elementosdentales 11 y 21. En vista de la queja y la situación clínica observada, se propuso hacer laminados de cerámica disilicato de litio, mediante reparación gingival previa y blanqueamiento dental. Conclusiones: se concluye que la planificación cuidadosa, el conocimiento de la técnica operativa y la ejecución adecuada del protocolo de rehabilitación permiten a los laminados cerámicos restablecer la sonrisa de una manera estética y funcional (AU).

Experimental gel containing bioactive glass-ceramic to minimize the pulp damage caused by dental bleaching in rats

Abstract Objectives This study evaluated if the use of a bioactive glass-ceramic-based gel, named Biosilicate (BS), before, after or mixed with bleaching gel, could influence the inflammation of the dental pulp tissue of rats' molars undergoing dental bleaching with hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). Methodology The upper molars of Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus, albinus) were divided into Ble: bleached (35% H2O2, 30-min); Ble-BS: bleached and followed by BS-based gel application (20 min); BS-Ble: BS-based gel application and then bleaching; BS/7d-Ble: BS-based gel applications for 7 days and then bleaching; Ble+BS: blend of H2O2 with BS-based gel (1:1, 30-min); and control: placebo gel. After 2 and 30 days (n=10), the rats were euthanized for histological evaluation. The Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn statistical tests were performed (P<0.05). Results At 2 days, the Ble and Ble-BS groups had significant alterations in the pulp tissue, with an area of necrosis. The groups with the application of BS-based gel before H2O2 had moderate inflammation and partial disorganization in the occlusal third of the coronary pulp and were significantly different from the Ble in the middle and cervical thirds (P<0.05). The most favorable results were observed in the Ble+BS, which was similar to the control in all thirds of the coronary pulp (P>0.05). At 30 days, the pulp tissue was organized and the bleached groups presented tertiary dentin deposition. The Ble group had the highest deposition of tertiary dentin, followed by the Ble-BS, and both were different from control (P<0.05). Conclusion A single BS-based gel application beforehand or BS-based gel blended with a bleaching gel minimize the pulp damage induced by dental bleaching.

Análise dos diferentes protocolos e técnicas de clareamento dentário em consultório: uma revisão de literatura / Analysis of different protocols and techniques of dental whitening in the dental office: a literature review

Objetivo: Este trabalho tem o objetivo de revisar na literatura as diferentes técnicas pelas quais é realizado o procedimento de clareamento dentário no consultório, a fim de que seja um meio de contribuição para uma atualização no conhecimento dos profissionais. Materiais e Métodos: Para a composição do trabalho se realizou uma busca bibliográfica de estudos publicados nos últimos anos, tanto nacionais quanto internacionais, através das bases de dados: PubMED, Scielo (Scientific Eletronic Library) e Google Acadêmico. Foram utilizados os seguintes descritores para a pesquisa: Clareamento Dental, Consultório, Métodos, Protocolos. Resultados: Os estudos demonstram que o clareamento dentário no consultório produz resultados eficazes, quando utilizados os géis clareadores peróxido de hidrogênio e peróxido de carbamida em altas concentrações. A aplicação do gel clareador no consultório pode ser realizada com uma aplicação única e ininterrupta, pelo tempo recomendado pelo fabricante, possibilitando ganho de tempo com o clareamento pelo profissional. Além disso, a sensibilidade dentária pós clareamento possui um menor percentual quando realizado no consultório. Ao revisar alguns estudos associando o clareamento dentário com a luz para produzir um melhor resultado de dente branco, obteve-se que a luz apenas contribui para aumentar a velocidade de reação dos agentes clareadores, diminuindo o tempo clínico. Conclusão: O clareamento dental realizado no consultório é uma prática comum para cirurgiões-dentistas. Entretanto, é importante atualizar as técnicas e protocolos utilizados em busca de melhorias no procedimento, dando maior conforto e melhor qualidade na estética dos dentes.

Objective: This work aims to review literature concerning different techniques by which dental whitening procedure is performed in the dental office to contribute to an update in the knowledge of professionals. Materials and Methods: To compose the work, a bibliographic search of both national and international studies published in recent years was carried out based on data published on PubMED, Scielo (Scientific Electronic Library), and Google Scholar. The following descriptors were used: Dental Whitening, Dental Office, Methods, Protocols. Results: Studies show that inoffice tooth whitening produces satisfactory results when bleaching with hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide are used at high temperatures. The application of the gel whitener in the office can be performed with a single, uninterrupted application, for the time recommended by the manufacturer, allowing the professional to save time with the whitening procedure. In addition, a low percentage of tooth sensitivity was noticed after bleaching performed in the office. When reviewing some associated studies of tooth whitening using light to produce a better white tooth result, it was observed that the application of light to increase the reaction speed of the bleaching agents only showed to decrease the clinical time of the procedure. Conclusion: Dental whitening performed in the office is a common practice for dentists. However, it is important to update techniques and protocols used in the search for improvements in the procedure, offering greater comfort and better quality in the aesthetics of the teeth.

Effect of violet LED light on in-office bleaching protocols: a randomized controlled clinical trial

Abstract Objective This study evaluated the clinical effect of violet LED light on in-office bleaching used alone or combined with 37% carbamide peroxide (CP) or 35% hydrogen peroxide (HP). Methodology A total of 100 patients were divided into five groups (n=20): LED, LED/CP, CP, LED/HP and HP. Colorimetric evaluation was performed using a spectrophotometer (ΔE, ΔL, Δa, Δb) and a visual shade guide (ΔSGU). Calcium (Ca)/phosphorous (P) ratio was quantified in the enamel microbiopsies. Measurements were performed at baseline (T 0 ), after bleaching (T B ) and in the 14-day follow-up (T 14 ). At each bleaching session, a visual scale determined the absolute risk (AR) and intensity of tooth sensitivity (TS). Data were evaluated by one-way (ΔE, Δa, ΔL, Δb), two-way repeated measures ANOVA (Ca/P ratio), and Tukey post-hoc tests. ΔSGU and TS were evaluated by Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney, and AR by Chi-Squared tests (a=5%). Results LED produced the lowest ΔE (p<0.05), but LED/HP promoted greater ΔE, ΔSGU and Δb (T 14 ) than HP (p<0.05). No differences were observed in ΔE and ΔSGU for LED/CP and HP groups (p>0.05). ΔL and Δa were not influenced by LED activation. After bleaching, LED/CP exhibited greater Δb than CP (p>0.05), but no differences were found between these groups at T 14 (p>0.05). LED treatment promoted the lowest risk of TS (16%), while HP promoted the highest (94.4%) (p<0.05). No statistical differences of risk of TS were found for CP (44%), LED/CP (61%) and LED/HP (88%) groups (p>0.05). No differences were found in enamel Ca/P ratio among treatments, regardless of evaluation times. Conclusions Violet LED alone produced the lowest bleaching effect, but enhanced HP bleaching results. Patients treated with LED/CP reached the same efficacy of HP, with reduced risk and intensity of tooth sensitivity and none of the bleaching protocols adversely affected enamel mineral content.

Effects of bleaching using 10% carbamide peroxide with calcium or amorphous calcium phosphate on enamel mineral content and hardness / Asociación entre la severidad de Hipomineralización Incisivo-Molar (HIM) y lesiones cavitadas de caries en escolares

ABSTRACT This study evaluated enamel mineral content and surface microhardness before and after bleaching treatment using 10% carbamide peroxide (CP) containing calcium (Ca) or amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP). Thirty-six bovine slabs were randomly allocated into 3 groups (n = 12) according to bleaching treatment: G1 - Opalescence PF 10% (CP), G2 -NiteWhite ACP (CP+ACP), and G3 - Opalescence PF (10%) with calcium (CP+CA). The bleaching agent was applied on enamel surface for 6 h/day over a period of 21 days. Enamel surface was evaluated by Knoop microhardness (KNH) and micro energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (p-EDXRF) at baseline and at after bleaching treatment. Data were statistically analyzed by repeated measures ANOVA and Tukey's test (a = 0.05). There was a significant decrease in microhardness after bleaching treatments for all study groups, but no difference between bleaching gels. There was no difference in the Ca/P ratio measured by p-EDXRF for all groups at the study times, but the mean value was lower in group CP+CA than in group CP+ACP. Group CP was similar to both CP+ACP and CP+CA. It can be concluded that enamel microhardness decreased after the bleaching process, regardless of the presence of calcium or ACP, but there was no significant change in the Ca/P ratio of enamel after bleaching for each tested gel. This indicates that the bleaching gels have erosive potential, causing softening of enamel without promoting surface loss, regardless of the presence of calcium of ACP ions.

RESUMO Este estudo avaliou o conteúdo mineral do esmalte e a microdureza superficial antes e após o tratamento clareador, utilizando peróxido de carbamida 10% (PC) contendo cálcio (Ca) ou fosfato de cálcio amorfo (ACP) em sua composigao. Trinta e seis espécimes de esmalte bovino foram alocados aleatoriamente em 3 grupos (n = 12) de acordo com os tratamentos clareadores: G1 - Opalescence PF 10% (CP), G2 -NiteWhite (CP+ACP); e G3 - Opalescence PF (10%) com cálcio (CP + CA). O agente clareador foi aplicado na superficie do esmalte por 6 h/dia por um periodo de 21 dias. A superficie do esmalte foi avaliada por microdureza Knoop (KNH) e espectrometria de fluorescencia de raios X micro-dispersiva (p-EDXRF) no inicio e após o tratamento clareador. Os dados foram analisados estatisticamente pelo teste ANOVA de medidas repetidas e Tukey (a = 0,05). Houve uma diminuigao significativa da microdureza após os tratamentos clareadores para todos os grupos estudados, mas nao houve diferenga entre os diferentes géis. Nao houve diferenga da relagao Ca/P mensurada por p-EDXRF para todos os grupos nos tempos estudados; no entanto, o grupo CP+CA apresentou menor valor comparado ao grupo CP+ACP. O grupo CP foi similar aos grupos CP+ACP e CP+CA. Portanto, pode-se concluir que houve redugao significativa da microdureza do esmalte após o clareamento, independente da presenga de cálcio ou APC na composigao dos géis, embora nao tenha havido alteragao significando na relagao Ca/P do esmalte após o clareamento. Isto indica um potencial erosivo dos géis clareadores, causando o amolecimento sem perda da estrutura do esmalte, independente da presenga dos íons cálcio e ACP.