Tooth discoloration
Conditions
Interventions
It will be a double-blind split-mouth study. 60 patients will be allocated, through a simple randomization, according to the method of application of the gel: tip without a brush or with a brush. One
Sponsors
Universidade Estadual de Ponta Grossa
Universidade Estadual de Ponta Grossa
Eligibility
Age
12 Years to 16 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age between 12 and 16 years old; good general and oral health; healthy vital teeth; minimum color A2; their guardians agree and sign the informed consent form (TCLE).
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Previously bleaching procedure; prior dental sensitivity; dental prosthesis; fixed orthodontic appliance; restorations in the upper anterior teeth; presence of deciduous teeth; endodontic treatment of maxillary anterior teeth; gingival recessions; teeth stained by tetracycline or fluorosis; visible cracks in teeth; continuous use of medications; pregnant or lactating women; bruxism; smokers.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Color change effectiveness. Data collected before, weekly for 3 weeks and after 30 days of the end of treatment, with the subjective scales, and with the digital spectrophotometer. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Number of patients reporting spontaneous pain at some point within 48 hours after each session, using the VAS visual analogue scale (0 to10). Percentage of patients with pain will be called absolute risk of tooth sensitivity.;The intensity of dental sensitivity will be assessed through the records made by patients using the VAS visual analog scale (0 to 10). Values ??will be presented as mean and standard deviation.;Aesthetic self-perception. It will be evaluated through the Orofacial Aesthetic Scale (OES) before and after the end of the procedure. | — |
Countries
Brazil
Contacts
Public ContactTaynara Carneiro
Outcome results
None listed