Cavities may no longer cause holes in your teeth, or burn one in your pocket. While dental sealants have always been the preferred method to reduce the risk of cavities forming, a study has shown ...
In a study of nearly 3,000 schoolchildren, silver diamine fluoride -- a liquid that is brushed onto the surface of teeth to prevent cavities or keep them from worsening -- was as effective against ...
Leaders of the ADA, Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Hygienists' Association, and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry were in Washington, DC, again last week to emphasize U.S. oral ...
For the past several years, one promising option has been a liquid called silver diamine fluoride. Applied directly to the ...
Tooth decay is the most common health condition worldwide. While it is preventable and treatable, billions of people are living with cavities and the pain that accompanies them. Given the massive ...
Doctoral Researcher, Centre for Health Policy and Management, Trinity College Dublin. Appointed Clinical Lecturer, School of Dentistry, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences Paul Leavy is ...
On September 15, 2022, the American Medical Association (AMA) approved a new Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code for silver diamine fluoride (SDF) application by healthcare professionals to ...