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Open Access Silver Diamine Fluoride Treatment Considerations in Children's Caries Management

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Authors: Crystal, Yasmi O. 1 ; Niederman, Richard 2 ; 

Source: Pediatric Dentistry, Volume 38, Number 7, November-December 2016, pp. 466-471(6)

Publisher: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

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By arresting and preventing caries, silver diamine fluoride (SDF) offers an alternate care path for patients for whom traditional restorative treatment is not immediately available. Current data from controlled clinical trials encompassing more than 3,900 children indicate that biannual application of SDF reduces progression of current caries and risk of subsequent caries. The purpose of this paper was to highlight the best evidence from systematic reviews and clinical trials for clinicians to consider the benefits, risks, and limitations as they implement silver diamine fluoride therapy on young children.

Keywords: CARIES; CHILDREN; SILVER DIAMINE FLUORIDE

Document Type: Short Communication

Affiliations: 1: Department of Epidemiology and Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, N.Y., USA. [email protected] 2: Department of Epidemiology and Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, N.Y., USA

Publication date: 01 November 2016

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  • Pediatric Dentistry is the official publication of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. It is published bi-monthly and is internationally recognized as the leading journal in the area of pediatric dentistry. The journal promotes the practice, education and research specifically related to the specialty of pediatric dentistry. This peer-reviewed journal features scientific articles, case reports and abstracts of current pediatric dental research.
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