Caries Arrest with Silver Diamine Fluoride
Tooth cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases in the United States. In the past decades a sharp decrease in dental caries has been proved thanks to water fluoridation and fluoride oral solutions. Materials with fluoride have been proven to effectively lead caries prevention. In this context,we find silver diamine fluoride (SDF), a colorless liquid combining silver and fluoride. The FDA approved its use in the treatment of tooth sensitivity and it has an off-label use for caries arrest and caries management. Dentists are responsible for its application.
Silver diamine fluoride is the best option for stopping tooth decay without removing healthy tooth tissue. The treatment consists in increasing remineralization of dentin tissue in teeth affected with caries. SFD generally appears as a black paste covering the affected area in the tooth. Overall, SDF allows for effective control of the caries pain and the infection, its application is easy and quick, and it is a cheap option. Being a non-invasive treatment, the caries arrest is successfully resolved without tissue removal. SDF is the preferred treatment for elderly patients or patients for whom the conventional restorative techniques are not available.
Dr. Birnbaum proudly offers the non-invasive silver diamine fluoride treatment in his Newton Centre office. With silver diamine fluoride caries arrest, Dr. Birnbaum is able to provide patients with high quality dentistry tailored to their specific smiles. To learn more about the advantages of this treatment option, contact our dental practice today and schedule your next appointment.
Contact Dr. Birnbaum today at (617) 965-1400 or book your appointment for your professional dental checkup or cleaning today.