Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Demineralized white spot lesions of enamel occur disturbingly around fixed orthodontic appliances, as oral hygiene becomes difficult to maintain, which induces a low resting pH plaque. If WSLs are left untreated, they can become esthetic problem or carious cavitations. Hence prevention is better than cure of WSLs, to minimize tooth decay.
Keywords: Tooth whitening, Esthetics, Hydrogen peroxide, Peroxide toxicity