PubMed · 17039676
Treating sensitivity during tooth whitening.
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.
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Van B Haywood. 2005. Treating sensitivity during tooth whitening.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17039676/
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