Abstract

Dental discoloration can cause, in addition to an unpleasant aesthetic, also psychological and relational problems.

Teeth whitening is a practice that, if properly used, can be very satisfactory with low cost and high biological respect. Of course, as all the therapies that we do, the best results can be obtained only with specify protocols and safety and efficacy materials.

During the lecture we’ll talk about materials and techniques we use to fix very bad discolorations, for example non-vital teeth, teeth affected by fluorosis, tetracycline discolored teeth etc.

Learning objectives

• Recognize different discolorations.
• Discuss how to treat them.
• Choose the safest and best performing products on the market.
• Manage clinical cases that involve both whitening and conservative or prosthetic therapies.
• Manage possible complications and side effects.