Assessment Of The Knowledge, Awareness and Practice (KAP) Among Egyptian Patients regarding teeth bleaching

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1 Lecturer of Oral Medicine, Periodontology and Diagnosis, Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Future University in Egypt, Cairo, Egypt.

2 Lecturer of Operative dentistry, Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Future University in Egypt, Cairo, Egypt.

3 Lecturer of Oral Medicine, Periodontology and Diagnosis, Faculty of Dentistry, King Salman International University, ElTur, Egypt.

Abstract

Background: The rising desire for improved aesthetics and brighter smiles has made tooth-bleaching (also known as tooth-whitening) a widely sought-after dental treatment. It has quickly become one of the most rapidly expanding sectors of cosmetic dentistry. Tooth-whitening offers a more conservative solution for discolored teeth compared to other restorative treatments like composite fillings, veneers, or crowns.
Objective: Assessment of the knowledge, awareness and practice (KAP) among Egyptian Patients regarding teeth bleaching.
Subjects and Methods: Two hundred and fifty one Egyptian patients who had teeth bleaching procedure were included in this study. Detailed questionnaire with eight questions was used to assess Knowledge, Awareness and Practice (KAP) regarding teeth bleaching among these participants.
Results: Around 71% of the participants will repeat the teeth bleaching procedure if needed.
Conclusion: Egyptian patients have high knowledge ,awarness and practice results.
Key words : knowledge , awareness, practice , home bleaching , office, assessment , Egyptians

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Egyptian Dental Journal
Volume 70, Issue 4 - Serial Number 3
October (Oral Medicine, X-Ray, Oral Biology & Oral Pathology)
October 2024
Pages 3327-3335

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