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silver diamine fluoride

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Molar Incisor Hypomineralization

Nov 6, 2018

Consider this minimally invasive approach to treating molar incisor hypomineralization with silver diamine fluoride and high-viscosity glass ionomer cement.

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OHA Webinar to Focus on Silver Diamine Fluoride

Aug 24, 2018

Oral Health America (OHA) will host a webinar on how Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) can arrest carious lesions without the need for anesthesia or evacuation. The course is part of the organization's monthly webinar series. Michael…

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NYU Dentistry Study Identifies Effective School-Based Cavity Prevention Program

Apr 17, 2018

Both Programs Compared Prevented Cavities, But One Combining Techniques Linked with Less Decay A new study by researchers at New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry, published in the journal BMC Oral Health, suggests that caries…

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Silver Diamine Fluoride Receives New FDA Designation

Nov 23, 2016

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted its breakthrough therapy designation to silver diamine fluoride 38% (Advantage Arrest, Elevate Oral Care) for use in arresting dental caries in children and adults.

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Fresh Approach to Caries Arrest in Adults

Oct 5, 2015

Long used in other countries, silver diamine fluoride is now cleared for use in the U.S. While there is an assumption of use for pediatric caries control, here we explore indications for adults.