10 Questions
What is the primary purpose of bleaching in dentistry?
To oxidize certain coloring organic compounds to render them colorless
What is the role of the oxidizing agent in the oxidation-reduction reaction during bleaching?
To donate free radicals with unpaired electrons to the tooth
What type of bleaching is used for teeth with vital pulps?
Extra-coronal bleaching
What is the concentration of hydrogen peroxide typically used in in-office bleaching?
30-35% hydrogen peroxide
What is the effect of heat application on the bleaching process?
It accelerates the bleaching process
What is the other name for extra-coronal bleaching?
Vital bleaching
What is the alternative to hydrogen peroxide in in-office bleaching?
Carbamide peroxide
What is the purpose of the reducing agent in the oxidation-reduction reaction during bleaching?
To accept electrons from the tooth
What is the type of bleaching that involves the use of a resin luting cement?
Indirect veneering
What is the duration of the in-office bleaching application?
10 minutes
This quiz covers different dental bleaching methods, including at-home whitening and intra-coronal bleaching for non-vital teeth.
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