Various Aspects Involved in the Study of Tooth Bleaching Procedure: A Questionnaire–Based Study

Abstract

A beautiful smile is an important feature when it comes to a pleasant appearance of the face, and one of the most common situations that drive patients to book a dental appointment is tooth discoloration. Tooth bleaching is the treatment of choice for extrinsic tooth discoloration, as it is a cheap, fast, and minimally invasive procedure. This study aimed to provide comparative information on the perceptions of both patients and dentists regarding different whitening methods and on the factors involved in people’s willingness to recommend and use a bleaching procedure. In addition to this, this study evaluated the degree of satisfaction in relation to the bleaching methods and materials used; it also evaluated the following: negative side effects, economic characteristics and the patients’ perceptions of the aesthetic appearance of their dental arches, especially tooth color. The subjects that participated in the present study were selected based on their background and were then divided into two categories. The first group consisted of 120 patients who had received tooth-bleaching treatments in dental clinics during the study and the second group consisted of 127 dentists. A conventional sampling method was used. The study aimed to define a relationship between multiple aspects of the tooth-bleaching procedure, including the patients’ desires and their general knowledge of this procedure. Tooth color and the way it changes is a very important factor that motivates patients to come to the dentist for whitening procedures. Patients showed the highest levels of satisfaction with the results of in-office bleaching procedures. In the group consisting of dentists, satisfaction levels were higher for the procedure of home bleaching supervised by a dentist. Factors influencing the choice of bleaching materials are appreciated differently by dentists and patients. Furthermore, the rate of patients using OTC (over the counter) products was found to be high. Further research is needed to find more effective and safer alternatives to home tooth-bleaching procedures.

Correlation between patient satisfaction and color changes after tooth bleaching

“…26 Interestingly, a questionnaire indicated that participants tended to express greater satisfaction with in-office bleaching results, whereas dentists favored at-home bleaching. 27 Another study similarly reported high satisfaction levels with bleaching treatments. 29 However, there was only a weak correlation observed between the degree of tooth color change and patient satisfaction.…”

“…[19][20][21][22][23][24] Additionally, participants' satisfaction with bleaching treatments is significantly influenced by factors, including the degree of color change, treatment methodology, treatment duration, and auxiliary aids. [25][26][27] Understanding the interplay between patient satisfaction and tooth color change is crucial for devising appropriate and tailored treatment plans.…”

“…Diverse factors, including the concentration and application time of the bleaching gel, the subject's age, the stain type, and the initial color of the tooth, contribute to individual responses to bleaching 19–24 . Additionally, participants' satisfaction with bleaching treatments is significantly influenced by factors, including the degree of color change, treatment methodology, treatment duration, and auxiliary aids 25–27 . Understanding the interplay between patient satisfaction and tooth color change is crucial for devising appropriate and tailored treatment plans.…”

In vitro evaluation of the effect of different bleaching varnishes: Hydrogen peroxide penetration into the pulp chamber and color change

“…Cosmetic procedures, such as tooth bleaching, have increased patients' self‐confidence and improved emotional well‐being, 1 making the procedure increasingly popular 2,3 . In a recent study, it was observed that 86% of the participants underwent the bleaching technique on their initiative and not at the dentist's suggestion 4 …”

The Potential of Trigona spp. Propolis as an Antioxidant Agent to Reduce Residual Peroxide after Intra-Coronal Bleaching Treatments

“…These treatments can change the color of discolored teeth such that they become bright. Due to globalization and the growing modernization of all sectors, both men and women have developed heightened aesthetic sensibilities and place a premium on any aspect of their look that would improve their appearance, including smiling brightly and whitely [11][12][13][14]. Because tooth whitening is an affordable, quick, and minimally invasive process, it is now the treatment of choice for tooth staining among all available alternatives for treating tooth discoloration [11,12].…”