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Title: The effectiveness of teeth whitening products on the Maltese market in adults : a subjective overview
Authors: Mc. Berry, Ikechi
Keywords: Dental hygiene
Teeth -- Bleaching
Teeth -- Discoloration
Mouth -- Care and hygiene
Peroxides
Issue Date: 2018
Citation: Mc Berry, I. (2018). The effectiveness of teeth whitening products on the Maltese market in adults : a subjective overview (Bachelor's dissertation).
Abstract: The aims of the study were to investigate patient-reported outcomes of satisfaction and dental sensitivity following teeth whitening measures. Materials and Methods: Patients were recruited from list of patients at MDH Teaching clinic, friends and social media. Patients were clinically examined and if they qualified as a study subject, they were given a full-mouth debridement and polish. Whitening products were allocated to patients randomly including in-office, home-kit and over-the-counter products. Questionnaires were given prior to and after treatment for comparison. Results: Seventy-seven patients participated in the study. The participants who received home-kit had more sensitivity when compared to in-office treatment. Teeth whitening procedures were evident as being a motivational oral health tool since we observed a shift to positive oral hygiene and diet in patients during the study. Participants showed more satisfaction when using home-kit as opposed to in-office treatment. Multivariate analyses showed that patients’ post-treatment satisfaction was dependent on the bleaching procedure, educational level and the initial result of bleaching obtained. Significant differences were also present between the type of bleaching kits. Conclusion: Treatment satisfaction was dependent on the bleaching procedure and type of bleaching material used. Patients’ behaviour improved as measured objectively.
Description: B.SC.(HONS)DENTAL HYGIENE
URI: https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar//handle/123456789/37891
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