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This in vitro study aimed to investigate potential changes in the color and roughness of dental enamel resulting from the use of different toothpaste formulations during bleaching with violet LED light (405 nm). Sixty specimens of bovine incisors, each measuring 6 × 6 × 3 mm, were segregated into six distinct experimental groups based on their respective treatments (n = 10): C + VL: Brushing with Colgate® Total 12 + bleaching with violet LED; LB + VL: Brushing with Colgate® Luminous White Brilliant + bleaching with violet LED; LI + VL: Brushing with Colgate® Luminous White Instant + violet LED bleaching; C: Brushing with Colgate® Total 12; LB: Brushing with Colgate® Luminous White Brilliant; LI: Brushing with Colgate® Luminous White Instant. The examined variables included alterations in color (∆L*, ∆a*, ∆b*, ∆Eab, and ∆E00), surface roughness (Ra), and scanning electron microscopy observations. No statistically significant distinctions emerged in total color variations (∆E00 and ∆E) among the groups under scrutiny. Notably, the groups that employed Colgate® Luminous White Instant displayed elevated roughness values, irrespective of their association with violet LED, as corroborated by scanning electron microscopy examinations. It can be concluded that whitening toothpastes associated to violet LED do not influence the color change of dental enamel in fifteen days of treatment. Toothpastes with a higher number of abrasive particles showed greater changes in enamel roughness, regardless of the use of violet LED.

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Cor , Esmalte Dentário , Propriedades de Superfície , Clareadores Dentários , Clareamento Dental , Cremes Dentais , Esmalte Dentário/efeitos dos fármacos , Esmalte Dentário/efeitos da radiação , Bovinos , Animais , Cremes Dentais/química , Clareamento Dental/métodos , Clareamento Dental/efeitos adversos , Propriedades de Superfície/efeitos dos fármacos , Clareadores Dentários/efeitos adversos , Técnicas In Vitro , Microscopia Eletrônica de Varredura

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OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the effect of whitening toothpastes with different hydrogen peroxide (HP) concentrations on HP permeability, color change, and physicochemical properties, compared to at-home bleaching treatment. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Forty-nine premolars were randomized into seven groups (n = 7): untreated (control); at-home bleaching with 10% carbamide peroxide gel (AH; 10% CP) with 14 and 28 applications of 180 min each (AH [14 × 180 min] and AH [28 × 180 min]); three whitening toothpastes (3% HP; 4% HP and 5% HP) and 10% CP brushed 28 times for 90 s each (TB [28 × 90 s]). HP permeability was measured using a UV-VIS spectrophotometer and color change by a digital spectrophotometer (ΔEab, ΔE00, and ΔWID). Initial concentration, pH, and viscosity were measured through titration, digital pH meter, and rheometer, respectively. Statistical analysis included one-way ANOVA, Tukey's test, and Dunnett's test (α = 0.05). RESULTS: 4% HP group showed acidic pH, the lowest viscosity and the highest HP concentration into the pulp chamber (p < 0.05). The 10% CP groups had lower HP in the pulp chamber and greater color change than other groups (p < 0.05), except the 5% HP group in ΔEab and ΔE00. For ΔWID, the 10% CP AH groups showed greater whitening than other groups (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: Whitening toothpaste with up to 5% HP resulted in higher HP permeability and less color change compared to 10% CP. Higher HP commercial concentrations in toothpaste increased whitening effect; however, acidic pH toothpastes exhibited greater HP permeability. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Whitening toothpastes with high hydrogen peroxide concentrations were less effective than at-home bleaching, resulting in less color change and greater permeability of hydrogen peroxide, potentially increasing the risk of tooth sensitivity.

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Peróxido de Carbamida , Peróxido de Hidrogênio , Espectrofotometria , Clareadores Dentários , Clareamento Dental , Cremes Dentais , Clareamento Dental/métodos , Cremes Dentais/química , Humanos , Clareadores Dentários/química , Técnicas In Vitro , Dente Pré-Molar , Viscosidade , Concentração de Íons de Hidrogênio , Espectrofotometria Ultravioleta , Ureia/análogos & derivados , Ureia/farmacologia

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OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effectiveness of desensitizing toothpastes in reducing post-bleaching tooth sensitivity. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A systematic review of randomized clinical trials was conducted based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses checklist. Electronic searches were conducted in the PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, The Cochrane Library and Embase databases, using the following terms: (dentifrices OR toothpaste) AND (sensitive OR sensitivity OR dental sensitivity) AND (dental bleaching OR tooth bleaching OR dental whitening OR tooth whitening). RESULTS: Five studies involving 387 individuals undergoing in-office or at-home teeth bleaching were reviewed. Desensitizing toothpastes reduced sensitivity effectively after home bleaching with 22% carbamide peroxide and single-session in-office bleaching with 35% hydrogen peroxide. However, they were ineffective for home bleaching with 16% carbamide peroxide and in-office bleaching across two sessions with 35% or 38% hydrogen peroxide. CONCLUSION: Desensitizing toothpastes are effective for home bleaching with high concentration carbamide peroxide and single-session in-office bleaching with highly concentrated hydrogen peroxide, but ineffective for home bleaching with low concentration carbamide peroxide and two-session in-office bleaching with concentrated hydrogen peroxide.

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Peróxido de Carbamida , Dessensibilizantes Dentinários , Sensibilidade da Dentina , Peróxido de Hidrogênio , Clareadores Dentários , Clareamento Dental , Cremes Dentais , Humanos , Sensibilidade da Dentina/prevenção & controle , Sensibilidade da Dentina/tratamento farmacológico , Clareamento Dental/métodos , Dessensibilizantes Dentinários/uso terapêutico , Ureia/análogos & derivados , Ureia/farmacologia , Ureia/uso terapêutico , Peróxidos/farmacologia

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PURPOSES: Due to the popularity and increasing launch of toothpastes with whitening and sensitivity properties on the market, this study aimed to evaluate the fluoride concentrations in these products, since the concentrations of fluoride directly interfere with the anti-caries potential. METHODS: This is an experimental, in vitro study, where 37 samples from different batches (n = 3) purchased in different countries, were analysed in duplicate, via the ion-selective electrode technique to verify the concentration (µg/g or ppm F-) of total fluoride (TF), total soluble fluoride (TSF) and ionic fluoride (IF). For a comparative data analysis, ANOVA was applied followed by a Tukey's test for multiple comparisons. The level of confidence adopted was 95%. RESULTS: In the 37 assessed toothpastes, 45.9% contained NaF and 54.1% sodium monofluorophosphate (MFP). The TF found in the formulations ranged from 902.8 to 1539.4 ppm of F (mean: 1165.2 ± 179.3); fluoride concentration in the TSF fraction ranged from 708.8 to 1306.7 ppm of F (mean: 959.5 ± 162.4); IF results ranged from 101.9 to 1162.3 ppm of F (642.2 ± 294.1). Significant differences (p < 0.05) were found in the concentrations of the 59.5% assessed toothpastes in comparisons between declared and measured total fluoride (TF) concentrations, as well as in 62.2% when total fluoride (TF) and total soluble fluoride (TSF) were compared. CONCLUSIONS: In this study, most of the samples evaluated showed discrepancies when compared to the information declared by the manufacturers. In addition, the soluble concentrations found in half of the samples were lower than total concentrations and this may affect anti-caries effectiveness.

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Abstract To assess the effect of different whitening toothpastes on enamel surface morphology, chemical profile and their whitening efficiency. Sixty teeth were divided into 5 groups (12 teeth/group); Gp I: brushed with no toothpaste. Gp II: brushed with Pearl-based toothpaste. Gp III: brushed with Charcoal- based toothpaste. Gp IV: brushed with Alumina-based toothpaste. Gp V: brushed with salt and lemon- based toothpaste. Each tooth was brushed with a bean sized toothpaste wetted with distilled water twice daily by using standard electronic toothbrush for four weeks. Enamel surface morphology, chemical profile and color of each tooth were investigated. Chemical profile results and color measurements were analyzed statistically. Gp I revealed normal enamel surface morphology and chemical profile. Gp II and Gp III demonstrated surface morphology close to Gp I with insignificant reduction in mineral content. Gp IV showed obvious shallowing of perikymata ridges, exposure of fish-scale appearance, with pits and depressions, alongside to the significant reduction in mineral content. Gp V presented the most enamel surface alteration with widening of prism sheath and depressions all over the surface, besides the highest significant reduction in mineral content. Gp V, followed by Gp IV, demonstrated the highest color and whiteness changes, followed by Gp III, then Gp II, while the lowest value was in Gp I. Salt & lemon-based toothpaste, followed by Alumina-based, exerted the most considerable changes in the morphology and chemical profile of the enamel surface, beside to the higher whitening effects on teeth than the others.

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Resumen El objetivo del presente estudio fue evaluar el efecto de diferentes pastas dentales blanqueadoras sobre la morfología y el perfil químico de la superficie del esmalte y su eficacia blanqueadora. Sesenta dientes se dividieron en 5 grupos (12 dientes/grupo); Grupo I: cepillado sin pasta de dientes. Grupo II: cepillado con pasta de dientes a base de perlas. Grupo III: cepillado con pasta de dientes a base de carbón. Grupo IV: cepillado con pasta de dientes a base de Alúmina. Grupo V: cepillado con sal y pasta de dientes a base de limón. Cada diente se cepilló con una pasta de dientes del tamaño de un frijol humedecida con agua destilada dos veces al día utilizando un cepillo de dientes electrónico estándar durante cuatro semanas. Se investigaron la morfología de la superficie del esmalte, el perfil químico y el color de cada diente. Los resultados del perfil químico y las mediciones de color se analizaron estadísticamente. El Grupo I reveló una morfología de la superficie del esmalte y un perfil químico normales. Los Grupos II y III demostraron una morfología de superficie cercana a la del Grupo I con una reducción insignificante en el contenido mineral. El grupo IV mostró una evidente reducción de las crestas perikymatas, exposición de apariencia de escamas de pez, con hoyos y depresiones, junto con una reducción significativa en el contenido mineral. El grupo V presentó la mayor alteración de la superficie del esmalte con ensanchamiento de la vaina del prisma y depresiones en toda la superficie, además de una significativa reducción en el contenido mineral. El grupo V, seguido del grupo IV, demostró los mayores cambios de color y blancura, seguido del grupo III, luego el grupo II, mientras que el valor más bajo se presentó en el grupo I. Las pastas dentales a base de sal y limón, seguidas de las de alúmina, ejercieron los cambios más considerables en la morfología y el perfil químico de la superficie del esmalte, además de tener mayores efectos blanqueadores sobre los dientes que las demás.

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Clareamento Dental/métodos , Cremes Dentais/análise , Esmalte Dentário , Técnicas In Vitro , Costa Rica

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INTRODUCTION: The decline in dental caries has been attributed to the widespread use of fluoride (F). Two forms of presentation are fluoridated toothpaste (FT) and mouthwash (MW), widely used by the population. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study aimed to evaluate in vitro the effects of combining FT and MW, whether supplemented with sodium trimetaphosphate (TMP) or not, on dental enamel demineralization. Bovine enamel blocks (n = 60) were selected based on initial surface hardness (SHi) and divided into 5 experimental groups (n = 12 each): I) Placebo Toothpaste (without F/TMP); II) 1100 ppm F Toothpaste (FT); III) 1100F associated with a MW at 100 ppm F (FT + MW 100F); IV) 1100F associated with a MW at 225 ppm F (FT + MW 250F); and V) 1100F associated with a MW at 100 ppm F supplemented with 0.4 % TMP (FT + MW 100F-TMP). The blocks were treated twice a day, undergoing 5 pH cycles over 7 days. Thus, the percentage change in surface hardness (%SH), integrated subsurface hardness loss (ΔKHN), and the concentration of F, phosphorus (P), and calcium (Ca) in the enamel were determined. The data were submitted to ANOVA and Student-Newman-Keuls test (p < 0.001). RESULTS: The 1100F group was statistically inferior to the groups associated with MW for %SH, ΔKHN, and the concentration of P and Ca in the enamel (p < 0.001). Blocks treated with FT + MW 225F and FT + MW 100F-TMP showed significantly lower %SH compared to the other groups (p < 0.001). The FT + MW 100F - TMP group exhibited the lowest depth mineral loss (ΔKHN), and higher concentration de P in enamel (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION: The adjunct use of MW with FT produces a greater protective effect in inhibiting enamel demineralization, and the supplementation of TMP to the MW with 100F provides a superior effect compared to MW with 225F. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: This combination of treatments could be regarded as one of several alternative fluoride supplements for subjects at elevated risk of caries.

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Cariostáticos , Esmalte Dentário , Fluoretos , Dureza , Antissépticos Bucais , Polifosfatos , Desmineralização do Dente , Cremes Dentais , Animais , Bovinos , Polifosfatos/uso terapêutico , Polifosfatos/farmacologia , Desmineralização do Dente/prevenção & controle , Esmalte Dentário/efeitos dos fármacos , Cariostáticos/uso terapêutico , Cremes Dentais/uso terapêutico , Cremes Dentais/química , Antissépticos Bucais/uso terapêutico , Fluoretos/uso terapêutico , Concentração de Íons de Hidrogênio , Cálcio/uso terapêutico , Cálcio/análise , Teste de Materiais

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OBJECTIVE: This randomized controlled clinical trial evaluated the whitening efficacy, tooth sensitivity (TS), and volunteers' satisfaction following the use of activated charcoal powder and toothpaste. METHODS: Fifty-six volunteers were randomly allocated into 4 groups (n = 14) according to a 14-day toothbrushing or whitening treatment with activated charcoal powder (ACPW), activated charcoal toothpaste (ACT), regular fluoridated toothpaste (RT), and 10 % carbamide peroxide (CP). Objective (ΔE00) and subjective (ΔSGU) color and whiteness index (ΔWID) changes were calculated. Patients self-reported the risk and intensity of TS using a visual analogue scale and the volunteer's satisfaction was determined by a questionnaire. Color assessments were analyzed by Kruskal-Wallis followed by Dwas-Steel-Crithlow-Fligner, and absolute TS risk and volunteer's satisfaction by Fisher exact test (p < 0.05). RESULTS: ACPW and ACT promoted similar effects in ΔE00, ΔSGU, and ΔWID to that observed for RT. No significant difference was found in terms of TS risk intensity. TS risk became high after 7 and 14 days, with higher TS prevalence in CP. Volunteers reported that ACPW exhibited the lowest ease-of-use, comfort, and whitening satisfaction among groups (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION: Activated charcoal-based products presented a minor and unsatisfactory whitening effect while CP resulted in optimal tooth whitening and the highest level of satisfaction among volunteers. Risk was higher from 7 days onwards and was more pronounced in the CP. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Based on the whitening effect and patient satisfaction, this controlled-randomized clinical evidence supports that the use of activated charcoal-based products should be discouraged.

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Sensibilidade da Dentina , Clareamento Dental , Humanos , Peróxido de Hidrogênio/uso terapêutico , Carvão Vegetal/uso terapêutico , Cremes Dentais/uso terapêutico , Pós , Método Simples-Cego , Clareamento Dental/métodos , Peróxido de Carbamida , Sensibilidade da Dentina/tratamento farmacológico

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O desgaste dental erosivo tem se tornado uma condição cada vez mais preocupante, com taxas globais de prevalência crescentes, principalmente em indivíduos jovens. Os polímeros formadores de filme têm sido investigados como uma alternativa para o controle da progressão do desgaste dental erosivo, especialmente quando associados a compostos fluoretados, protegendo o tecido dental contra a ação dos ácidos. Dentre eles está o aminometacrilato, que mostrou resultados promissores em estudos prévios sob a forma de solução, porém seu efeito quando adicionado a formulações de dentifrícios ainda não havia sido pesquisado. Dessa forma, o presente estudo visou avaliar o potencial protetor da associação do aminometacrilato com dentifrícios fluoretados frente à erosão inicial e ao desgaste erosivo do esmalte. Para isso, 72 espécimes em esmalte bovino polido foram alocados aleatoriamente em seis níveis de tratamento: erosão (controle negativo sem desafio abrasivo- CNE), abrasão sem dentifrício (controle negativo da abrasão- CNA), dentifrício sem agente ativo (placeboPL), dentifrício com fluoreto de sódio (NaF ­ 1450 ppm F-), dentifrício experimental com aminometacrilato (AMC ­ 4%) e dentifrício fluoretado com aminometacrilato (AMC+F). O grupo CNE foi submetido apenas à ciclagem erosiva, e os demais passaram por desafios erosivos e abrasivos. A ciclagem erosiva/abrasiva consistiu em imersão dos espécimes em saliva humana (1h) para a formação da película adquirida, exposição ao ácido cítrico 0,3% por 5 minutos (4x/dia) e aplicação dos tratamentos (2x/dia), intercalados por imersão em saliva humana (1h), todos sob agitação (30 rpm). A ciclagem foi repetida por 5 dias. A microdureza superficial Knoop (KN) dos espécimes foi analisada no primeiro dia da ciclagem para avaliação da erosão inicial do esmalte. A análise foi realizada em quatro momentos: KNinicial (esmalte sadio), KNE1(após a primeira exposição ao ácido), KNT (após o tratamento), KNE2 (após a segunda exposição ao ácido). Com base nestes valores, foram calculados o potencial de reendurecimento (%Re = [(KNT-KNE1) / (KNE1)] x 100) e de proteção do esmalte (%Prot = [(KNE2-KNE1) / (KNE1)] × 100). A análise perfilométrica foi realizada antes e depois do término da ciclagem (após 5 dias) para determinação da perda de estrutura (em µm). O potencial de adsorção de flúor solúvel em KOH no esmalte foi analisado ao final do ciclo erosivo (µg/cm2). Espécimes representativos de cada grupo foram observados em microscopia eletrônica de varredura após o término da ciclagem. Foram aplicados os testes ANOVA um fator e Tukey (5%). Os valores para %Re foram: CNE (3,11±4,09)a; CNA (1,62±11,38)a; PL (1,78±3,51)a; AMC (5,59±3,08)a; F (7,53±9,17)a; AMC+F (20,23±7,10)b. Para %Prot foram: CNE (-50,68±5,27)a; CNA (-49,71±6,43)a; PL (-51,65±3,74)a AMC (-41,21±8,47)b; F (-34,10±5,99)b; AMC+F (-19,80±7,95)c. Para perda estrutural: CNE (7,46±2,26)a, CNA (10,14±2,08)ab, PL(13,11±2,69)c, AMC (7,74±2,10)a, F (11,38±2,07)bc, AMC+F (7,52±2,59)a. Para flúor adsorvido na superfície foram observados os valores de: CNE (0,160 ±0,069)a; CNA (0,179 ±0,034)a; PL (0,275 ±0,142)a; AMC (0,422 ±0,161)a; F (1,29 ±0,311)b; AMC+F (1,46 ±0,217)b. Concluiu-se que a adição do copolímero aminometacrilato em dentifrícios potencializou o efeito do fluoreto de sódio contra a erosão inicial do esmalte e o desgaste erosivo do esmalte (AU)

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The erosive tooth wear (ETW) has been a cause of concern, because its prevalence rates have increased in the recent years, mainly in young individuals. Film-forming polymers have been investigated as an alternative to control erosive tooth wear (ETW) progression, notably when associated to fluoride compounds, protecting the dental tissues against acids. Among them, the aminomethacrylate polymer has shown promissing results in previous studies. Nevertheless, its performance when added to toothpaste formulations remains unknown. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the protective potential of fluoride toothpastes associated with aminomethacrylate against the initial erosion and erosive wear in enamel. For this, 72 polished bovine enamel specimens were divided in six treatments: ultra-pure water (erosion negative control without abrasive challenge- ENC), ultra-pure water (abrasion negative control abrasion without toothpaste- ANC), toothpaste without active agent (placebo- PL), experimental toothpaste with aminomethacrylate (AMC- 4% - AMC), toothpaste with sodium fluoride (NaF- 1450 ppm F- - F), and experimental toothpaste with sodium fluoride + aminomethacrylate (NaF+AMC ­ AMC+F). The NC group was subjected to erosion only. The other groups were subjected to erosion + abrasion. Three response variables were analyzed: initial erosion with Knoop surface microhardness (KN) in the first day of the cycle; enamel loss with profilometric analysis (µm), and surface adsorbed fluoride concentration at the end of the cycle. The erosive/abrasive cycling consisted in immersion of the specimens in human saliva (1 h) to form the acquired pellicle, exposure to citric acid (0.3%) for 5 minutes (4x/day) and treatments application under abrasion (2x/day), with immersion in saliva in the intermediate periods (1 h), all the immersions were realized under constant agitation (30 rpm). This cycling was repeated for 5 days. The microhardness was assessed in four moments: KNinitial (sound enamel), KNE1 (after the first acid exposure), KNT (after the treatment), KNE2 (after the second acid exposure). With these values it was calculated rehardening potential (%Re =[(KNT-KNE1) / (KNE1)] x 100), and protective potential (%Prot = [(KNE2-KNE1) / (KNE1)]100). The profilometric analysis was performed before the first cycle and after the last cycle. Then, the difference between the initial and final profiles were calculated to the enamel loss. Representative specimens from each group were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The data was analyzed by One-Way ANOVA and Tukey Test (5%). The values regarding %Re were: ENC (3,11±4,09)a; ANC(1,62±11,38)a; PL (1,78±3,51)a; AMC (5,59±3,08)a; F (7,53±9,17)a; AMC+F(20,23±7,10)b. For %Prot were observed the values: ENC (-50,68±5,27)a; ANC (-49,71±6,43)a; PL (-51,65±3,74)a; AMC (-41,21±8,47)b; F (-34,10±5,99)b; AMC+F (-19,80±7,95)c. Enamel loss were reported by the following values: ENC (7,46±2,26)a,ANC (10,14±2,08)ab, PL (13,11±2,69)c, AMC (7,74±2,10)a, F (11,38±2,07)bc, AMC+F(7,52±2,59)a. Surface adsorbed fluoride concentration was assessed, and thefollowing values were found: ENC (0,160 ±0,069)a; ANC (0,179 ±0,034)a; PL (0,275±0,142)a; AMC (0,422 ±0,161)a; F (1,29 ±0,311)b; AMC+F (1,46 ±0,217)b. It wasconcluded that the addition of aminomethacrylate copolymer to toothpaste enhancesthe effect of sodium fluoride against initial enamel erosion and erosive wear(AU)

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Polímeros , Erosão Dentária , Cremes Dentais , Esmalte Dentário , Fluoretos

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Aim: To evaluate changes in the surface roughness and morphology of a nanofilled composite following toothbrushing with a whitening (WT) or regular toothpaste (RT), alone or combined with 35% hydrogen peroxide bleaching (HP). Methods: Seventy disc-shaped nanofilled composite (Filtek Z350XT) specimens were randomly divided into groups (n=10): WT, RT, TB (without toothpaste ­ control) or the combinations WT/ HP, RT/HP, TB/HP and HP. All groups underwent toothbrushing simulation (60,000 cycles) and bleaching treatment (4 sessions). Mean surface roughness (Ra, µm) was measured before (T0) and after treatments (TB). Surface morphology was assessed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) at TB. Mean Ra was analyzed using general mixed models and multiple comparisons by the Tukey-Kramer test (α=5%). Results: HP caused no surface roughness changes on the nanofilled composite after treatment (p>0.05). RT toothbrushing, combined or not with HP, increased the surface roughness (p<0.05). WT and WT/ HP protocols had no effect on the surface roughness of the composite (p>0.05). The nanofilled composite submitted to RT toothbrushing combined with HP (RT/HP) presented substantial surface alterations under SEM, showing deep depressions and round-shaped defects. Toothbrushing with RT combined with the bleaching agent increased exposure of the inorganic fillers. Conclusion: WT toothbrushing, regardless of HP combination, or the single HP protocol had no effect on the surface roughness of the nanofilled composite. However, RT combined with HP negatively affected surface roughness and presented the most noticeable surface changes among groups

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Clareamento Dental , Cremes Dentais , Microscopia Eletrônica de Varredura , Resinas Compostas , Peróxido de Hidrogênio

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Abstract Objectives This study aimed to analyze the cost-effectiveness of whitening toothpastes and at-home bleaching for the treatment of tooth discoloration. Methodology A cost-effectiveness economic analysis was conducted, and eight randomized clinical trials were selected based on the whitening agent product used: blue covarine dentifrices (BCD), hydrogen peroxide dentifrices (HPD), dentifrices without bleaching agents (CD, negative control), and 10% carbamide peroxide (CP10, positive control) for at-home bleaching. The consumer/patient perspective was adopted, macro-costing techniques were used and a decision tree model was performed considering the costs in the American and Brazilian markets. The color change evaluation (ΔE*ab) was used to calculate the effectiveness of tooth bleaching. A probabilistic analysis was performed using a Monte Carlo simulation and incremental cost-effectiveness ratios were obtained. Results CP10 resulted in the highest cost-effectiveness compared to the use of dentifrices in both markets. In Brazil, HPD was more cost-effective than BCD and CD. In the US, the increased costs of HPD and BCD did not generate any whitening benefit compared to CD. Conclusions CP10 was more cost-effective than BCD and HPD for tooth bleaching from the perspectives of the Brazilian and American markets. Decision-making should consider the use of CP10 for treating tooth discoloration.