Science Daily·3 min read·medium
Scientists find a simple way to stop cavities without drilling
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A clinical trial has confirmed that silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is an effective, non-invasive treatment for stopping tooth decay in children. This liquid treatment avoids the need for drilling or sedation.
Untreated cavities send thousands of young children in the United States to emergency departments each year. Because hospital doctors usually cannot repair the underlying dental problem, some children continue to suffer from pain and infection, while others eventually need surgery under general anesthesia.
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