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Tooth Whitening Research

Specific Objectives:ctives:
  • Determine rates of degradation of active agents in tooth whitening products

  • Compare ability of products to lighten teeth both objectively and subjectively

  • Evaluate affect of whitening agents on teeth with use of different agents

  • Determine the effectiveness of light use with tooth whitening agents

  • Determine patient acceptance of tooth whitening products

  • Determine histological pulpal changes with use of specific tooth whitening products

  • Disseminate research information to dental practitioners through publications and presentations

  • Work with manufacturers to meet their research needs in the area of tooth whitening

Program Director:

Bruce Matis, DDS, MSD

Other Faculty Supporting the Program:

Michael A. Cochran, DDS, MSD
Timothy J. Carlson, DDS, MSD
Michael Stropes, DDS

Recent Publications:

http://www.bamatis.com/docs/refereed_journal_articles_on_bleaching.pdf