{"id":147,"date":"2023-06-19T20:51:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-19T20:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=147"},"modified":"2023-07-14T20:53:50","modified_gmt":"2023-07-14T20:53:50","slug":"silver-diamine-fluoride-cavity-prevention","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/2023\/06\/19\/silver-diamine-fluoride-cavity-prevention\/","title":{"rendered":"How Silver Diamine Fluoride Can Dramatically Reduce Your Child\u2019s Risk for Cavities"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AdobeStock_607026960-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Little girl sitting in a dental chair smiling\" class=\"wp-image-148\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While many parents might wish it weren\u2019t so, tooth decay is all too common among children. In fact, in the United States, more than a quarter of children between ages 2 and 5 are already suffering from at least one cavity. However, in recent years, dentists have found a highly effective new option for cavity prevention: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/silver-diamine-fluoride.html\">silver diamine fluoride<\/a>, or SDF for short. Here\u2019s a brief look at what exactly SDF is and how it can help protect your child\u2019s smile.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Silver Diamine Fluoride, and How Does It Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SDF is a clear liquid that can be used to stop tooth decay from spreading or prevent it from happening in the first place. The fluoride component helps strengthen and remineralize the sturdy enamel that\u2019s responsible for keeping the teeth safe. The silver component has antimicrobial properties, which means it can fight the bacteria that cause cavities to form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More and more dentists are favoring SDF, and it\u2019s not hard to see why. Not only is the process of applying it to the teeth very simple, but it can also potentially eliminate the need for drilling when it comes to treating existing cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Effective is Silver Diamine Fluoride for Preventing Cavities in Children?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In February of 2023, Science Daily published a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2023\/02\/230210145811.htm\">study<\/a> from New York University that looked at the effects of SDF. The study involved nearly 3,000 children who received either SDF or sealants. The results showed that SDF was able to prevent 81% of cavities, and it stopped around 56% of existing cavities from growing worse. This helps illustrate just how much of a difference SDF can make when it comes to the prevention of tooth decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Silver Diamine Fluoride Right for Your Child?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SDF may not be the right choice for every patient. Children with silver allergies are considered ineligible for the treatment. Additionally, if tooth decay has advanced to the point where it has reached the pulp of the affected tooth, SDF may no longer be viable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, if your child is a possible candidate for SDF, it\u2019s definitely an option worth considering. The treatment is completely non-invasive and can be completed relatively quickly. There\u2019s no recovery time to worry about, either; your child will be able to return to their normal routine immediately afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you concerned about the health of your child\u2019s smile? Talk to their pediatric dentist to see if they might be able to receive SDF to keep cavities at bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Robert Casey Stroud enjoys helping kids overcome their dental fears and stay comfortable during their appointments. He\u2019s proud to offer silver diamine fluoride along with various other preventive treatments to help protect his young patients from cavities. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Stroud at Stroud Pediatric Dentistry in Willow Park, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dfwpediatricdentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (817) 441-2425.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While many parents might wish it weren\u2019t so, tooth decay is all too common among children. In fact, in the United States, more than a quarter of children between ages 2 and 5 are already suffering from at least one cavity. 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