ArticleInternational journal of clinical pediatric dentistry2025
Comparison of Anticariogenic Efficacy of 600 ppm Nano-silver Fluoride and 38% Silver Diamine Fluoride in Primary Molars: A Preliminary Clinical Trial.
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- Effect of nano silver fluoride pre-treatment on the microtensile bond strength of a universal adhesive to dentin: an in vitro study.Biomaterial investigations in dentistry · 2026Article
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Abstract
Aims and background: This study aimed to evaluate the caries-arresting efficacy of 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and nano-silver fluoride (NSF) 600 ppm with semiannual application over a 6-month follow-up period. Materials and methods: Conducted in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki, 125 children aged 5-7 years were screened, and 24 children with 57 carious teeth were included. Teeth were treated with either 38% SDF or NSF 600 ppm. Follow-up examinations were conducted at 1, 3, and 6 months. Caries arrest was assessed visually and tactilely using the def index. Statistical analysis: Data were analyzed using SPSS 20 with a significance level of 0.05. Descriptive statistics were represented in percentages, and Pearson's Chi-squared test was used for categorical data analysis. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov test checked data normality. Results: NSF 600 showed a higher caries arrest rate (72.4%) compared to 38% SDF (57.1%) ( Conclusion: NSF 600 is more effective in arresting caries than 38% SDF, particularly on occlusal surfaces. NSF 600 offers a noninvasive, esthetically favorable, and cost-effective alternative to SDF, enhancing dental care accessibility for disadvantaged communities. How to cite this article: Mareddy AR, Reddy VN, Rehaman T,
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