| Literature DB >> 17039676 |
Abstract
The most common side effect of tooth whitening is tooth sensitivity. There are a number of materials and techniques for reducing sensitivity. This article focuses on potassium nitrate applied either by brushing before initiating whitening or by application via a tray during whitening to reduce sensitivity. A detailed step-by-step procedure for managing hypersensitive patients is described.Entities:
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Year: 2005 PMID: 17039676
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Compend Contin Educ Dent ISSN: 1548-8578