ABCs of Tooth Whitening and Bleaching

What Will You Learn?

• The differences between tooth whitening and dental bleaching.
• How to classify tooth discolorations as extrinsic or intrinsic.
• The various causes of tooth discoloration, including those related to dental procedures, patient habits, and medical conditions.
• Different types of bleaching agents such as hydrogen peroxide, sodium perborate, and carbamide peroxide, including their uses, concentrations, and how they work.
• The mechanism of action of bleaching agents.
• The importance of diagnosis, treatment planning, and record-keeping.
• Vital and non-vital bleaching techniques, both in-office and at-home.
• Potential problems and complications such as sensitivity, enamel damage, and bonding issues, and how to manage them