Home Tooth Whitening Systems Improve Tooth Color Over Short Term but Lack Evaluation of Side Effects

Article Title and Bibliographic Information

Home-Based Chemically Induced Whitening of Teeth in Adults

Hasson H, Ismail AI, Neiva G.

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2006, Issue 4. Art. No.: CD006202. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD006202.

Level of Evidence

1a

Purpose

To evaluate the effectiveness of and side effects of over-the-counter and dentist-dispensed chemically based tooth-whitening products designed for home use.

Source of Funding

None noted

Type of Study/Design

Systematic Review