ArticleJournal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences2025
Evaluation of Effectiveness of Silver Diamine Fluoride in Arresting Early Childhood Caries: A Prospective Study.
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- Effect of silver diamine fluoride versus fluoride varnish in arresting early childhood caries: A clinical study.Bioinformation · 2026Article
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Abstract
Introduction: Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a minimally invasive option for the arrest of early childhood caries (ECC). Its usage has been associated with significant reductions in caries progression, providing a cost-effective solution in pediatric dental care. This research aims to evaluate the efficacy of SDF compared to sodium fluoride varnish in arresting ECC in preschool children. Methods: This randomized controlled trial included 120 preschool children aged 2-5 years with diagnosed ECC. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either 38% SDF application or sodium fluoride varnish. The primary outcome was caries arrest rate, measured at 6 months. Secondary outcomes included parental satisfaction and child "oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL)". Data analysis was performed using Chi-square and t-tests for comparison between groups. Results: At the 6-month follow-up, children who received SDF treatment demonstrated a significantly higher caries arrest rate (85%) compared to those who received sodium fluoride varnish (50%) ( Conclusion: SDF is a highly effectual treatment for arresting ECC in preschool children, offering a more efficacious option compared to traditional fluoride varnish treatments. Its application is well accepted by parents and positively impacts children's OHRQoL.
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