Colour correcting dyes for teeth: a modern take on teeth whitening at home

Abstract Introduction: Tooth discoloration is a very common issue and there are a variety of solutions depending upon their cost, efficiency span and skill needed to use the kit, available to deal with it in the market. This study compares the benefits of the traditional at home and in office methods to the latest invention of using color correcting dyes for discoloration of teeth. Methodology: Studies from PubMed, Google scholar and American Dental Association Library are used to compare the efficacy of OTC color correcting dyes to combat tooth discoloration to the in-office methods and tradition at home methods. Result: The OTC color correcting serum do not help in treating the yellowness or discoloration of teeth but provides an illusion of whiter teeth by using the color theory. Conclusion: The OTC color correcting serum acts on the basis of the color theory and masks the yellowness with purple-blue dyes giving the illusion of whiter teeth. It a very convenient, fast and cost effective method, but it’s not a permanent solution.