ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the important information related to bonding after whitening treatment and the issues that will need to be addressed before esthetic dentistry is undertaken. It describes the types of esthetic treatments that may be requested after whitening treatment has been completed. The bond strength will recover fully over time, and it is important to wait before undertaking any esthetic treatment. K. Soeno reported that surface treatment with ascorbic acid and ferric chloride strengthened the bond of the bonding agent, contributing to effective adhesion. In developing appropriate treatment plans, dentists should combine the patient's treatment needs and preferences with the best available scientific evidence, in conjunction with the dentist's clinical expertise. It is essential that all the correct protocols be followed during the patient's journey from new patient consultation through the treatment planning discussion and explanation of the risks, benefits, advantages, and disadvantages of the procedures. The most common procedure is composite bonding treatment.
