RELAÇÃO ENTRE CLAREAMENTO DENTAL DE CONSULTÓRIO E RESTRIÇÃO DE CORANTES NA ALIMENTAÇÃO: revisão de literatura

Abstract

Introduction: in the field of aesthetic dentistry, tooth whitening stands out, and has been increasingly used in clinical practice, as it is conservative, low-cost, effective and brings excellent results. However, there are still many doubts and misinformation about tooth whitening, not only among lay people, but also among professionals in the area. Objective: to analyze the factors that influence the bleaching treatment and its relationship with food with dyes through a literature review. Methodology: the present study was carried out through a literature review and document analysis from2012 to 2022, in which reflections and discussions were built based on the theoretical framework on the influence of food restriction during the tooth whitening procedure. Scientific articles were searched, with records entered in online databases: PubMed, Lilacs, Bireme and Google Scholar. Result and conclusion: drinks/foods that are not considered part of a white diet do not negatively affect the tooth whitening process. Dyes and pigments from the diet can undergo an impregnation process on the tooth surface. However, food restriction during tooth whitening is a controversial topic. In addition, modifying the patient's eating habits can be difficult and unpleasant.