Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a painless, non-invasive, and effective alternative for treating cavities and tooth decay in toddlers and children who don’t have their permanent teeth, yet.
What is Silver Diamine Fluoride?
Silver Diamine Fluoride is a liquid substance used to prevent tooth cavities from forming, growing, or spreading to other teeth. It’s made up of silver, water, fluoride, and ammonia. The silver helps kill any bacteria while the fluoride helps your teeth rebuild the materials they are made of naturally.
Silver Diamine Fluoride is applied directly to the surface of your teeth, most commonly those affected by cavities, but also occasionally used as a preventative measure. Because the fluoride is so effective at reducing cavity growth and requires few treatments it can be used as a great alternative to fillings for younger children and youth who are either restless or don’t yet have permanent teeth.
Questions About Silver Diamine Fluoride?
If you have any questions about silver diamine fluoride treatment contact us today, request an appointment for your child, or explore the other pediatric dental services we offer using the links below.