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What Is The Protective Coating Called That Dentists Put Over Teeth?

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jsl95Aug 3, 2011
What is the name of the protective coating used after the treatment to prevent staining? My previous dentist put on a protective, plastic like "laminate" over my teeth upon completion which prevented my teeth from staining and polished it off 2-3 weeks afterwards. This was very effective in preventing stains and I need to know what it is because my dentist moved away and I can't find her and my new dentist does not know what it is. Thx in advance.

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Dr. Mickey Bernstein, DDS (retired)
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Answered on Sep 21, 2011
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