Parental Acceptance of Silver Diamine Fluoride in Anterior vs Posterior Teeth

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Poster

Abstract

Dental caries is the most common chronic disease among children in the United States. Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) offers a cost-effective treatment option by combining the antibacterial properties of silver with the remineralizing effects of fluoride. However, SDF has a notable drawback: when it reacts with carious lesions, it causes permanent black staining at the site. Our study aimed to assess parental acceptance of SDF for anterior versus posterior teeth through a survey conducted at the ASDOH pediatric clinic. The survey included information on SDF, its side effects, and before-and-after images. The results revealed strong parental acceptance of SDF for treating caries in posterior teeth, while opinions were mixed for anterior teeth. Additionally, factors such as socioeconomic status, child behavior, and the non-invasive nature of SDF influenced parental approval. Overall, our findings suggest that SDF is a valuable treatment option for dental caries regardless of tooth location, with significantly higher acceptance for posterior teeth. Furthermore, we identified a potential link between socioeconomic status and parental acceptance of SDF. Future research could explore this relationship further, address the impact of socioeconomic factors on access to dental care, and examine the long-term effects of SDF in pediatric patients.

Publication Date

2-2025

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Poster presented at ASDOH Research Week - March 2025.

This is a Cubify based presentation hosted at https://my.ltb.io/#/showcase/atsu-asdoh. It includes a video presentation, references, a PowerPoint presentation, and summary poster.

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