Researchers have found in a new randomized, triple-blinded clinical trial that silver diamine fluoride (SDF) was more ...
NYU scientists are developing a zinc-based treatment for tooth decay that combats bacteria, blocks pain, and avoids staining teeth—all without drilling ...
Children treated with silver diamine fluoride (SDF) had outcomes similar to those who received sealants and atraumatic restoration (ART), according to findings from a new study published in JAMA ...
More pediatricians have begun using a topical solution made of silver and fluoride to treat their patients’ cavities.
For the past several years, one promising option has been a liquid called silver diamine fluoride. Applied directly to the ...
An inexpensive, cavity-fighting liquid called silver diamine fluoride (SDF) works as well as dental sealants to keep tooth decay at bay in a school cavity prevention and treatment program, according ...
With more research drawing urgent attention to the link between oral and systemic health, advocates are calling for ...
Editor’s note: This story was updated on May 15 to correct the acronym for the American Dental Hygienists’ Association. An ingestible fluoride prescription drug product for children was pulled from ...