title: The role of bleaching in esthetics.
abstract: Bleaching discolored teeth must be considered a viable treatment modality. Although it does not offer the predictability of many cosmetic options, its simplicity and economics demands attention. Combining bleaching with selected bonding and contouring can return a smile to the not-so affluent, conservative, or apprehensive patient who does not wish to face tooth reduction and full coverage.
authors.affiliation: Indiana University.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Arens
mesh_terms: D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D009050:Fluorosis, Dental / Q000628:therapy; D006358:Hot Temperature / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D006861:Hydrogen Peroxide / Q000008:administration & dosage; D012390:Root Canal Therapy; D014070:Tooth / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D014073:Tooth Bleaching / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D014075:Tooth Discoloration / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy
chemical_list: D006861:Hydrogen Peroxide