The Influence of Different Whitening Toothpastes on Tooth Colour

Nowadays, when aesthetic appeal holds unprecedented significance, a paramount aspect is a radiant, healthy smile. The purpose of the study was to demonstrate the influence of different whitening toothpastes on tooth-colour. 2.Methods: 25 caries-free premolars, extracted for periodontal reasons, after signing informed consent, were randomly divided in 5 groups after soaking them into. Using a spectrophotometer the cervical tooth colour was measured. Each group was soaked into espresso coffee, for 72 hours. Each group was underwent a cleaning procedure using 3 different kinds of whitening toothpastes, professional airflow and sodium bicarbonate powder. 3.Results: All sample teeth lightened up by at least one nuance. Group 1 has stained from the initial color 2 shades up. After brushing with Colgate Advanced white the color has improved one shade down. Group 2 was brushed with Colgate Max. improving the initial color by 1 shade. Group 3 has gained approximately its initial color with the Splat extreme white toothpaste. Groups 4 and 5 were not treated with conventional toothpaste but with sodium bicarbonate and airflow. Group 4 stained up 2 shades and improved one shade after brushing with sodium bicarbonate. 4.Conclusion: All whitening substances had a direct whitening effect on the tooth color.