Effect of Whitening Mouthrinses on Color Change of Stained Teeth: In Vitro Study

Today, as aesthetic appearance becomes increasingly essential, applications for restoring teeth color have developed, and tooth whitening treatments have become a popular treatment that supports improving aesthetic appearance.Teeth whitening treatments encompass a variety of methods, including different types of whitening agents, concentration levels and application protocols.Today, the over-the-counter (OTC) products are one of the most preferred whitening treatments applied to vital teeth. 1 OTC products are freely sold to consumers in many places such as in supermarkets, on the internet.Unlike professional teeth whitening methods, OTC products are not under the supervision of a physician and can be used at home without needing a prescription or guidance. 2,3Products such as whitening toothpaste and mouthrinses, whitening strips, dental floss, and chewing gum marketed with various ingredients fall into this category. 4One of the OTC products, whitening mouthrinse, has recently been introduced to prevent discoloration, combat plaque buildup, and provide a rapid whitening effect.The easy use and low cost of whitening mouthrinses have enabled to become widespread rapidly, resulting in the production of different