title: The Keyes technique and self-inflicted injuries. Three case reports.
abstract: Three cases of self-inflicted gingival injuries resulting from the improper use of the Keyes technique are presented. The profession must assume responsibility for studies to determine the safety of the methods of application of the hydrogen peroxide, salt and baking soda mixtures and disseminate this information for the public interest.
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Austin
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Mesa
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Lambert
mesh_terms: D001639:Bicarbonates / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D005882:Gingival Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D006861:Hydrogen Peroxide / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009336:Necrosis; D009910:Oral Hygiene / Q000009:adverse effects; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy*; D012964:Sodium / Q000009:adverse effects*; D017693:Sodium Bicarbonate
chemical_list: D001639:Bicarbonates; D017693:Sodium Bicarbonate; D012964:Sodium; D006861:Hydrogen Peroxide