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Espíndola-Castro LF, de Oliveira Ribeiro RA, de Souza Costa CA, Rosenblatt A, Galembeck A, de Melo Monteiro GQ. Evaluation of the cytotoxicity of new formulations of cariostatic agents containing nano silver fluoride: an in vitro study. Odontology 2024:10.1007/s10266-024-01001-4. [PMID: 39279012 DOI: 10.1007/s10266-024-01001-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2024] [Accepted: 08/26/2024] [Indexed: 09/18/2024]
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The objective of the study was to assess the indirect cytotoxicity of 600 ppm and 1500 ppm nano silver fluoride (NSF) compared to other commercial cariostatic agents. 56 dentin discs with 0.4 mm in thickness were obtained from intact human molars and adapted to artificial pulp chambers (APCs). The discs were divided into seven groups according to treatment (n = 8): no treatment (positive control-PC), 29% hydrogen peroxide (negative control-NC), 30% Cariestop (CS30), 38% Riva Star (RS38), 38% Advantage Arrest (AA38), 600 ppm NSF (NSF600), and 1500 ppm NSF (NSF1500). The cariostatic agents were applied on the occlusal surface of the dentin discs (facing upward), and the pulp surface (facing downward) remained in contact with the culture medium. Immediately after the treatments, the extracts (DMEM + cariostatic agent components diffused through the discs) were collected and applied to MDPC-23 cells, which were assessed for viability (CV-alamarBlue, live/dead), adhesion/spreading (F-actin), alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity, and mineralization nodule (MN) formation. The data were statistically analyzed by ANOVA/Games-Howell (p = 0.05). CV and ALP activity in CS30, RS38, AA38, and NSF600 were similar to PC (p > 0.05). MN formation significantly decreased only in NC, CS30, RS38, and AA38 compared to PC (p < 0.001). Only NSF600 and NSF1500 did not differ from PC (p > 0.05) with mineralization nodules, and this specific cell activity significantly decreased in all other groups (p < 0.05). NSF solutions (600 ppm and 1500 ppm) did not cause transdentinal toxicity on MDPC-23 cells.
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- Department of Dentistry, University of Pernambuco (UPE), R. Arnóbio Marques, 310 - Santo Amaro, Recife, PE, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE), Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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Dantas LR, Ortis GB, Suss PH, Tuon FF. Advances in Regenerative and Reconstructive Medicine in the Prevention and Treatment of Bone Infections. BIOLOGY 2024; 13:605. [PMID: 39194543 DOI: 10.3390/biology13080605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2024] [Revised: 08/05/2024] [Accepted: 08/08/2024] [Indexed: 08/29/2024]
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Reconstructive and regenerative medicine are critical disciplines dedicated to restoring tissues and organs affected by injury, disease, or congenital anomalies. These fields rely on biomaterials like synthetic polymers, metals, ceramics, and biological tissues to create substitutes that integrate seamlessly with the body. Personalized implants and prosthetics, designed using advanced imaging and computer-assisted techniques, ensure optimal functionality and fit. Regenerative medicine focuses on stimulating natural healing mechanisms through cellular therapies and biomaterial scaffolds, enhancing tissue regeneration. In bone repair, addressing defects requires advanced solutions such as bone grafts, essential in medical and dental practices worldwide. Bovine bone scaffolds offer advantages over autogenous grafts, reducing surgical risks and costs. Incorporating antimicrobial properties into bone substitutes, particularly with metals like zinc, copper, and silver, shows promise in preventing infections associated with graft procedures. Silver nanoparticles exhibit robust antimicrobial efficacy, while zinc nanoparticles aid in infection prevention and support bone healing; 3D printing technology facilitates the production of customized implants and scaffolds, revolutionizing treatment approaches across medical disciplines. In this review, we discuss the primary biomaterials and their association with antimicrobial agents.
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- Leticia Ramos Dantas
- Laboratory of Emerging Infectious Diseases, School of Medicine, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, Curitiba 80215-901, Paraná, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Emerging Infectious Diseases, School of Medicine, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, Curitiba 80215-901, Paraná, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Emerging Infectious Diseases, School of Medicine, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, Curitiba 80215-901, Paraná, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Emerging Infectious Diseases, School of Medicine, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, Curitiba 80215-901, Paraná, Brazil
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Xu GY, Zhao IS, Lung CYK, Yin IX, Lo ECM, Chu CH. Frontiers of Global Research Trend on Root Caries: A Bibliometric Analysis. Int Dent J 2024:S0020-6539(24)00161-8. [PMID: 39003120 DOI: 10.1016/j.identj.2024.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Revised: 06/03/2024] [Accepted: 06/06/2024] [Indexed: 07/15/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to examine the global research trend and frontiers in the field of root caries. METHODS Two independent investigators searched the Web of Science Core Collection to include journal articles published on root caries from 1994 to 2023. They examined citation trends of the selected publications and performed bibliometric analysis using VOSviewer. Cooccurrence and cocitation analysis were used to calculate the burst strength of the most cited keywords and the most cited publications. RESULTS This study included 1144 publications (1004 scientific research articles and 140 review articles) for bibliometric analysis. The number of publications from 2018 to 2023 was 404, accounting for 35% (404/1144) over the last 30 years. The annual citation count showed a gradual upward trend with a surge from 2018. The cooccurrence analysis classified the publications into four clusters which were in vitro studies, prevention, microbiology, and epidemiology. Cocitation analysis revealed silver diamine fluoride, systematic review, and randomized clinical trial were the three main keywords; and their citation burst strength (period) were 17.2 (2017-2023), 9.4 (2015-2023), and 6.9 (2018-2023), respectively. Noninvasive treatment of root caries (narrative review), aetiology of root caries (narrative review), and use of silver diamine fluoride in arresting root caries (clinical trial) were the topics (publication type) of the three most cited publications; and their burst strength (period) were 8.9 (2017-2020), 5.9 (2017-2021), and 4.7 (2015-2018), respectively. CONCLUSION This study highlights the recent growing research interest in root caries, particularly on its microbiology, prevention, and the use of silver diamine fluoride.
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- Grace Yuchan Xu
- School of Dentistry, Shenzhen University Health Science Center, Shenzhen, China; Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Dentistry, Shenzhen University Health Science Center, Shenzhen, China; Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
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- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
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Sun IG, Duangthip D, Chai HH, Luo BW, Lo ECM, Chu CH. Postoperative instructions for silver diamine fluoride therapy: A scoping review of current evidence and practice. J Dent 2024; 145:105029. [PMID: 38679132 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2024.105029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2024] [Revised: 04/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) has gained popularity in dentistry as an anti-hypersensitive and anti-caries agent. This study aims to review the postoperative instructions for SDF therapy and examine the evidence supporting these instructions in treating dentine hypersensitivity and caries control. DATA AND SOURCES Two independent reviewers searched three electronic databases (EMBASE, PubMed, and Web of Science) to identify clinical studies that used SDF to treat dentine hypersensitivity and dental caries. Additionally, they searched Google Chrome for information from manufacturers, the department of health, national dental organisations, authoritative dental organisations, and universities regarding SDF therapy for these conditions. Data on postoperative instructions were extracted, and their impact on the treatment of dentine hypersensitivity and caries control was investigated. STUDY SELECTION This review included 74 clinical studies, 11 sets of instructions from SDF manufacturers, and six recommendations from national dental organisations, departments of health and universities. Amongst the included records, 50 clinical studies, two manufacturers, and one department of health mentioned postoperative instructions for SDF therapy. The recommendations varied, from suggesting no specific instructions, immediate rinsing, refraining from eating or drinking for 30 to 60 min, and even avoiding brushing until the next day after SDF therapy. Notably, no clinical studies reported the effects of these postoperative instructions on the SDF treatment of dentine hypersensitivity or dental caries. CONCLUSIONS This scoping review highlights the presence of inconsistent postoperative instructions for SDF therapy in the treatment of dentine hypersensitivity and caries control. Furthermore, there is a lack of evidence supporting the effectiveness of these instructions. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE No evidence supports the postoperative instructions for SDF therapy for managing dentine hypersensitivity and dental caries. Studies are necessary to provide guidance for clinicians using SDF in their clinical practice.
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- Ivy Guofang Sun
- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Division of Pediatric Dentistry, The Ohio State University, Columbus, United States
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- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.
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Muntean A, Mzoughi SM, Pacurar M, Candrea S, Inchingolo AD, Inchingolo AM, Ferrante L, Dipalma G, Inchingolo F, Palermo A, Bordea IR. Silver Diamine Fluoride in Pediatric Dentistry: Effectiveness in Preventing and Arresting Dental Caries-A Systematic Review. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 11:499. [PMID: 38671716 PMCID: PMC11049537 DOI: 10.3390/children11040499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Revised: 04/04/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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BACKGROUND Tooth decay is considered a global scourge by the World Health Organization (WHO) starting at an early age. In recent years, silver diamine fluoride (SDF) has regained interest, particularly in pediatric dentistry, used to prevent the development of carious lesions or arrest their progression. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to assess, through a systematic review of the literature, the effectiveness of SDF, used in pedodontics, in temporary teeth, in preventing or arresting dental caries. MATERIAL AND METHODS An electronic search was conducted on PubMed, Web of Science and Scopus. The effect of SDF on both temporary and permanent teeth has been considered. RESULTS The inclusion criteria identified 16 randomized controlled trials involving patients aged 18 months to 13 years and followed over a period of 12-30 months. CONCLUSIONS SDF is a practical, accessible and effective non-invasive way to prevent and arrest caries in temporary and permanent teeth. Its application requires regular monitoring. The resulting black spot is diminished by immediate application of potassium iodide but this may affect its effectiveness.
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- Alexandrina Muntean
- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 31 A. Iancu Street, 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (A.M.); (S.M.M.); (S.C.)
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 31 A. Iancu Street, 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (A.M.); (S.M.M.); (S.C.)
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- Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine, Pharmacy Science and Technology “G. E. Palade” Targu Mures Romania, Gheorghe Marinescu Street, nr. 38, 540139 Târgu Mureș, Romania;
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- Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 31 A. Iancu Street, 400083 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (A.M.); (S.M.M.); (S.C.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.D.I.); (A.M.I.); (L.F.); (G.D.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.D.I.); (A.M.I.); (L.F.); (G.D.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.D.I.); (A.M.I.); (L.F.); (G.D.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.D.I.); (A.M.I.); (L.F.); (G.D.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.D.I.); (A.M.I.); (L.F.); (G.D.)
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- College of Medicine and Dentistry, Birmingham B4 6BN, UK;
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- Department of Oral Health, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 15 V. Babes Street, 400012 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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Ruff RR, Barry Godín TJ, Niederman R. Noninferiority of Silver Diamine Fluoride vs Sealants for Reducing Dental Caries Prevalence and Incidence: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Pediatr 2024; 178:354-361. [PMID: 38436947 PMCID: PMC10913007 DOI: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2023.6770] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Importance Dental caries is the world's most prevalent noncommunicable disease and a source of health inequity; school dental sealant programs are a common preventive measure. Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) may provide an alternative therapy to prevent and control caries if shown to be noninferior to sealant treatment. Objective To determine whether school-based application of SDF is noninferior to dental sealants and atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) in the prevalence of dental caries. Design, Setting, and Participants The Silver Diamine Fluoride Versus Therapeutic Sealants for the Arrest and Prevention of Dental Caries in Low-Income Minority Children (CariedAway) study was a pragmatic noninferiority cluster-randomized clinical trial conducted from February 2018 to June 2023 to compare silver diamine fluoride vs therapeutic sealants for the arrest and prevention of dental caries. Children at primary schools in New York, New York, with at least 50% of the student population reporting as Black or Hispanic and at least 80% receiving free or reduced lunch were included. This population was selected as they are at the highest risk of caries in New York. Students were randomized to receive either SDF or sealant with ART; those aged 5 to 13 years were included in the analysis. Treatment was provided at every visit based on need, and the number of visits varied by child. Schools with preexisting oral health programs were excluded, as were children who did not speak English. Of 17 741 students assessed for eligibility, 7418 were randomized, and 4100 completed follow-up and were included in the final analysis. Interventions Participants were randomized at the school level to receive either a 38% concentration SDF solution or glass ionomer sealants and ART. Each participant also received fluoride varnish. Main Outcomes and Measures Primary study outcomes were the prevalence and incidence of dental caries. Results A total of 7418 children (mean [SD] age, 7.58 [1.90] years; 4006 [54.0%] female; 125 [1.7%] Asian, 1246 [16.8%] Black, 3648 [49.2%] Hispanic, 153 [2.1%] White, 114 [1.5%] multiple races or ethnicities, 90 [1.2%] other [unspecified], 2042 [27.5%] unreported) were enrolled and randomized to receive either SDF (n = 3739) or sealants with ART (n = 3679). After initial treatment, 4100 participants (55.0%) completed at least 1 follow-up observation. The overall baseline prevalence of dental caries was approximately 27.2% (95% CI, 25.7-28.6). The odds of decay prevalence decreased longitudinally (odds ratio [OR], 0.79; 95% CI, 0.75-0.83) and SDF was noninferior compared to sealants and ART (OR, 0.94; 95% CI, 0.80-1.11). The crude incidence of dental caries in children treated with SDF was 10.2 per 1000 tooth-years vs 9.8 per 1000 tooth-years in children treated with sealants and ART (rate ratio, 1.05; 95% CI, 0.97-1.12). Conclusions and Relevance In this school-based pragmatic randomized clinical trial, application of SDF resulted in nearly identical caries incidence compared to dental sealants and ART and was noninferior in the longitudinal prevalence of caries. These findings suggest that SDF may provide an effective alternative for use in school caries prevention. Trial Registration ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03442309.
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- Ryan Richard Ruff
- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry, New York
- New York University School of Global Public Health, New York
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- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry, New York
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- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry, New York
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Quritum M, Abdella A, Amer H, El Tantawi M. Effect of silver diamine fluoride and nano silver fluoride on oral health-related quality of life of children with early childhood caries: A randomized clinical trial. J Dent 2024; 142:104878. [PMID: 38311016 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2024.104878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2024] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/06/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES Untreated caries in primary teeth is one of the most prevalent health problems in children worldwide. Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) non-invasively arrests caries but causes staining unlike Nano Silver Fluoride (NSF) which causes no stains. This study compared the effect of NSF and 38 % SDF on the oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL) of preschool children after 6 months. METHODS Children were included if they were younger than 4 years, with at least one active lesion, ICDAS score ≥3, attending nurseries in a rural area in Alexandria, Egypt. They were randomly assigned to receive NSF once at baseline, or SDF at baseline and after 6 months. The Arabic version of the Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (A-ECOHIS) was used to assess the OHRQoL. The groups were compared using chi-square test and the effect of the intervention on OHRQoL was assessed using multiple linear regression. RESULTS 360 children were included, mean (SD) age = 42.3 (8.2) months. After 6 months, NSF had significantly lower A-ECOHIS scores than SDF in bivariate analysis (p< 0.05) and in regression analysis (B= -5.02, p = 0.001) after adjusting for confounders. There were significant reductions in the A-ECOHIS total and domains' scores in both study groups, except for the social interaction domain in the SDF group. CONCLUSION After 6-month, both agents significantly improved children's OHRQoL although NSF had a significantly better impact on OHRQoL than SDF. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Patient-reported outcomes support the inclusion of the two agents among the options for ECC management with better effect on quality of life after NSF. TRIAL REGISTRATION The trial was registered in the clinicaltrials.gov registry (#NCT05255913).
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- Maryam Quritum
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt.
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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Binhezaim A, Almutairi T, Alsaleem A, Albegamy A, Alsaadon S, Shaikh MS. Effect of light curing on the efficacy of silver diamine fluoride: A systematic review. J Taibah Univ Med Sci 2024; 19:54-63. [PMID: 37868099 PMCID: PMC10589879 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2023.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Revised: 08/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/24/2023] Open
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Objective This study was aimed at comparing the performance of light-cured (LC) silver diamine fluoride (SDF) to non-LC SDF in dental applications, in terms of various properties. Methods Articles published until April 2023 were retrieved from electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus and Science Direct) according to Boolean operators, and the reference lists of the included articles were manually searched. The included articles were all full-text, original studies in English that assessed the effects of LC SDF compared with SDF alone. The risk of bias in the in vitro studies on dental materials was evaluated with the modified Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) checklist. Results Six studies (five in vitro and one ex vivo) were included in qualitative analysis after a comprehensive manual search and electronic database search. Every study compared LC SDF versus non-LC SDF in terms of properties such as penetration depth, silver ion precipitation, dentine hardness, surface morphology and anti-bacterial characteristics. Four studies were categorised as low quality with a high risk of bias, whereas the remaining two studies were considered high quality with a low risk of bias. Conclusion In this investigation, LC SDF, compared with non-LC SDF, was found to be an efficacious approach for enhancing SDF properties. Future high-quality studies, particularly randomised clinical trials, remain necessary to verify these findings. Clinical significance The use of light curing with SDF can be a beneficial strategy that enhances SDF's clinical use. This review comparing various properties of LC SDF and non-LC SDF may help clinicians enhance clinical use and patient acceptance of LC SDF.
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- Alhanouf Binhezaim
- Department of Pedodontics, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, KSA
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- Department of Pedodontics, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, KSA
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- Department of Pedodontics, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, KSA
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- Department of Orthodontics, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, KSA
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- Department of Pedodontics, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, KSA
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- Department of Oral Biology, Sindh Institute of Oral Health Sciences, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan
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Freitas JG, Pontes LRA, Acosta CDP, Novaes TF, Lara JS, Gimenez T, Ardenghi TM, Braga MM, Raggio DP, Mendes FM. Influence of two caries detection strategies on the quality of life of preschool children: An analysis of secondary outcomes of a 2-Year randomized clinical trial. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol 2023; 51:804-812. [PMID: 35670271 DOI: 10.1111/cdoe.12765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2022] [Revised: 04/26/2022] [Accepted: 05/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This randomized clinical trial aimed to evaluate the influence of two caries diagnosis strategies, and subsequent management, on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of preschoolers. Additionally, the association of the OHRQoL outcomes with the clinician-centred primary outcome used in the main study was also explored. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study refers to the OHRQoL secondary outcomes analyses of the so-called RCT 'CARDEC-1'. Three- to 6-year-old children were randomly allocated in two caries detection strategies in primary molars: visual inspection (VIS) or visual + radiographic (RAD) assessment. Participants were diagnosed and treated according to the allocated group and followed up for 2 years. Caregivers answered the Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (ECOHIS) at baseline and after 2 years. Intention-to-treat analysis was performed. ECOHIS scores at baseline and 2 years later were compared using the Mann-Whitney test. Effect sizes, change scores and the minimally important difference (MID) were also compared between groups. Additional analysis was performed to assess if OHRQoL variables could reflect the primary clinical outcome (number of new operative interventions during the follow-up), observing if these met the Prentice criteria. RESULTS Two hundred and five children had the ECOHIS answered in both period times (18.7% attrition rate). There was a decrease in total ECOHIS scores, as well as for different domains for both trial groups, with effect sizes varying from 0.43 to 0.77. Comparisons between groups, however, did not show significant differences. In the additional analysis, the OHRQoL variables met the Prentice criteria and presented the same trends observed with the clinician-centred primary endpoint. CONCLUSION Caries detection performed by visual inspection alone or associated with radiographic method does not influence the long-term impact on OHRQoL. Furthermore, OHRQoL variables reflect clinical outcomes in this type of clinical trial. CLINICALTRIALS gov NCT02078453.
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- Julia Gomes Freitas
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Indiana University School of Dentistry, Department of Cariology, Operative Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- School of Dentistry, Ibirapuera University, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Chiu HHC, Lam PPY, Yiu CKY. The Impact of Minimal Intervention Dentistry on Patient-Reported and Observation-Based Outcomes in the Pediatric Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:2241. [PMID: 37628440 PMCID: PMC10454713 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11162241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2023] [Revised: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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This review aimed to systematically investigate the effect of minimal intervention dentistry on patient-reported and observation-based outcomes of anxiety, pain and patient cooperation in the pediatric population. Microinvasive treatments (MITs) were compared to conventional treatments, home-based and professionally applied non-invasive treatments (NITs), and between MITs. Two reviewers independently screened studies from four electronic databases, extracted data, assessed the risk of bias and certainty of evidence with the GRADE approach. Ultimately, 26 studies were included for qualitative synthesis, with the data from 12 studies being incorporated into the meta-analysis. No statistically significantly differences in terms of anxiety were noted between MITs and conventional treatments, or between MITs from the meta-analyses. The treatment durations of MITs were not necessarily shorter than conventional treatments but varied with the use of local anesthesia, behavioral and clinical approach, and other confounding factors. The certainties of evidence were deemed low due to high risk of bias of the included studies. NITs evoked less anxiety and pain compared to MITs. Minimal intervention dentistry is an alternative treatment to manage dental caries among children and does not arouse different levels of dental anxiety and pain compared to other treatment modalities. However, further well-designed studies are required to draw an evidence-based conclusion.
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- Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR, China; (H.H.C.C.); (P.P.Y.L.)
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Velagala D, Reddy A, Reddy VN, Ramavath NB. Evaluation of Microtensile Bond Strength between SMART Technique and Conventional Glass Ionomer Cement-treated Carious Primary Dentin. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2023; 16:582-586. [PMID: 37731803 PMCID: PMC10507307 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10005-2651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/22/2023] Open
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Background Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) solution has been used clinically to prevent and arrest dental caries. To evaluate the microtensile bond strength between silver-modified atraumatic restorative technique (SMART) and glass ionomer cement (GIC) applied to carious primary teeth and also the mode of restoration failure. Materials and methods A total of 40 carious primary molars were equally allocated into test and control groups after sectioning through the middle of the carious lesion. The test specimens were treated with one drop of 38% SDF and the control with deionized water. The samples were stored in artificial saliva for 14 days at 37° C and the dentin surfaces were conditioned and restored with Fuji IX GP Extra. After 24 hours storage in artificial saliva, the specimens were prepared for testing of microtensile bond strength. Paired t-test was used to compare the mean bond strengths. The mode of failure was assessed with a stereomicroscope under 40× magnification. Results The mean microtensile strength for the test group was 7.39 MPa [standard deviation (SD ± 2.3)] and 7.20 MPa (SD ± 1.98) for the control group (p > 0.05). The most common mode of failure was the mixed failure mode in both groups. Conclusion Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) does not adversely affect the bond strength between GIC applied to carious dentin. How to cite this article Velagala D, Reddy A, Reddy VN, et al. Evaluation of Microtensile Bond Strength between SMART Technique and Conventional Glass Ionomer Cement-treated Carious Primary Dentin. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2023;16(4):582-586.
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- Daneswari Velagala
- Department of Pedodontics, Mamata Dental College, Khammam, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pedodontics, Mamata Dental College, Khammam, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pedodontics, Mamata Dental College, Khammam, Telangana, India
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Basheer N A, Jodalli PS, Nayak N, K S A, Badekkila AR. Effectiveness of Silver Diamine Fluoride for Early Childhood Caries Among Children Aged 24 to 72 Months: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial. JMIR Res Protoc 2023; 12:e46144. [PMID: 37285186 PMCID: PMC10285618 DOI: 10.2196/46144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Revised: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Dental caries is a serious public health issue globally. It is one of the most prevalent chronic disease in children worldwide. An important public health concern is the existence of one or more decayed, missing, or filled tooth surfaces in any primary teeth of preschool children. Early childhood caries (ECC) can be halted with the use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) solution. Previous research has indicated that it may have a preventive impact in the treatment of ECC. It is well known that 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is helpful at preventing dental caries. On the other hand, there is not enough evidence on SDF's ability to prevent caries in primary teeth. To date, no well-planned clinical study has been carried out to investigate SDF's impact on caries protection. OBJECTIVE The study's objective is to evaluate and compare the efficacy of 12%, 30%, and 38% silver diamine fluoride in preventing ECC in children aged 24 to 72 months in Mangaluru Taluk. METHODS This is a single-center, randomized, active-controlled, parallel-group pragmatic trial. Children attending preschool in Mangalore Taluk aged 24 to 72 months will be included in the study. There will be three study groups: group 1 will receive 12% SDF semiannually; group 2 will receive 30% SDF semiannually; and group 3 will receive 38% SDF semiannually. After 6 and 12 months, the principal examiner will conduct a clinical examination of the teeth with a visual and tactile assessment. The effectiveness of the various concentrations of SDF will be determined after 12 months. RESULTS The research was funded in September 2020, and data collection started in September 2022. As of February 2023, 150 participants have enrolled in the study. The project is still underway, and it is expected to be completed in December 2023. CONCLUSIONS Uncertainty surrounds the efficacy of 38% SDF in preventing ECC. Consensus-Based Clinical Case Reporting (CARE) guidelines recommending the use of SDF for ECC prevention will be modified if the findings are as expected. Additionally, since the findings will be broadly disseminated, more nations will implement the use of SDF, easing the burden of ECC on the entire world. Future research on the treatment and prevention of ECC will benefit from the study results. If SDF is successful in preventing caries in a classroom or community context, it will mark an important turning point for preventive dentistry. TRIAL REGISTRATION Clinical Trial Registry of India CTRI/2020/02/023420; https://tinyurl.com/3ju2apab. INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT IDENTIFIER (IRRID) PRR1-10.2196/46144.
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- Amitha Basheer N
- Department of Public Health Dentistry, Yenepoya Dental College, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, India
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- Department of Public Health Dentistry, Manipal College of Dental Sciences Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Mangalore, India
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- Department of Periodontology, Manipal College of Dental Sciences Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India
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- Department of Public Health Dentistry, Manipal College of Dental Sciences Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Mangalore, India
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- Department of Public Health Dentistry, Manipal College of Dental Sciences Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Mangalore, India
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Sun IG, Duangthip D, Lo ECM, Chu CH. The Caries-Arrest Effectiveness of Silver Diamine Fluoride Treatment with Different Post-Treatment Instructions in Preschool Children: A Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial. Dent J (Basel) 2023; 11:145. [PMID: 37366668 DOI: 10.3390/dj11060145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2023] [Revised: 05/03/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023] Open
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In this 12-month randomized active-controlled clinical trial, we compare two post-treatment instructions for silver diamine fluoride (SDF) therapy in arresting dentine caries. The trial will include at least 254 kindergarten children with active dentine caries. The children will be randomized into two groups and receive a 38% SDF solution applied topically to their carious lesions. Children in Group A will rinse immediately, whereas those in Group B will refrain from rinsing, eating, and drinking for 30 min. One trained examiner will perform the dental examination at baseline and every six months. The primary outcome measurement will be the proportion of caries lesions that become arrested at the 12-month examination. Potential confounding factors and parents' satisfaction with SDF therapy at baseline and after 12 months will be collected using parental questionnaires. This trial will provide evidence-based information for clinical practitioners to give post-treatment instructions for SDF therapy. This study is registered at ClinicalTrial.gov (USA) (registration number: NCT05655286).
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- Ivy Guofang Sun
- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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Bonifácio CC, Hesse D. Is silver diammine fluoride effective in arresting dental caries in cavitated primary molars? Evid Based Dent 2023; 24:50-51. [PMID: 37130922 DOI: 10.1038/s41432-023-00874-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2023] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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CLINICAL QUESTION To evaluate the efficacy of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in arresting dental caries in cavitated caries lesions in primary molars. DATA SOURCES A systematic search was carried out in PubMed, Scopus, and Embase. Furthermore, cross-referencing was performed using the references lists of full-text articles and grey literature was also retrieved for eligible studies. Two independent reviewers were responsible for study selection and data extraction. STUDY SELECTION Randomized and non-randomized clinical studies that evaluated the caries arrest rate of SDF compared to no treatment or any other type of non-invasive or minimally-invasive treatment were included. Only publications in the English, Italian and French language and with a minimum follow-up of 6 months were considered for study eligibility. DATA EXTRACTION AND SYNTHESIS The characteristics of the included studies-age, sex, type of study, sample size, caries at baseline, setting, operator, blinding, intervention, outcomes and assessment of any confounders-were extracted from the included papers. The quality assessment was carried out using the Cochrane risk of bias tool. The success rate and odds ratios were chosen to calculate the effect size for the meta-analysis. RESULTS A total of nine publications were included for qualitative review and five of them were included in the meta-analysis. Around half of lesions that received annual or biannual application SDF ≥ 38% were arrested. CONCLUSIONS SDF 38% application was found to be effective in arresting dental caries progression in cavitated primary molars.
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- C C Bonifácio
- Paediatric Dentistry, Academic Center for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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- Paediatric Dentistry, Academic Center for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Xie Z, Yu L, Li S, Li J, Liu Y. Comparison of therapies of white spot lesions: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23:346. [PMID: 37264364 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-03076-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/03/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE White spot lesions (WSLs), the earliest evidence of enamel demineralization, are considered amenable to intervention to achieve a remineralized or arrested state of caries. The management of WSLs is quite challenging, and there is no definitive cure as yet. We performed a network meta-analysis to assess the efficacy of seven therapies for WSLs and gave a hierarchy of them. MATERIALS AND METHODS We systematically searched the PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane, and Web of Science databases (last search: July 2022) to identify all relevant studies. We limited our search to studies published in English. Randomized controlled designed in vitro/clinical trials related to the efficacy of the seven therapies for WSLs were included. Data extraction was performed independently by two reviewers. The risk of bias (ROB) 2.0 tool from Cochrane and a previous in vitro methodological tool will be used for the quality assessment. Variations in quantitative light-induced fluorescence (QLF), laser fluorescence (LF), and lesions area were the primary outcome measures. Standard mean difference (SMD) was used as the effect size for the Network meta-analysis (NMA). Consistency and inconsistency tests were conducted. The hierarchy of 7 treatment effects was evaluated using surface probabilities under cumulative ranking (SUCRA). Publication bias was evaluated using a bias plot. RESULTS Forty-two articles were included in the systematic review. Thirty-one of them, with a total of 1906 participants, were included in the network meta-analysis. The studies owned a low and moderate risk of bias. This analysis does not suffer from significant inconsistency. The difference between 4 groups 'self-assembled peptide (SAP) P11-4', 'P11-4 + Fluoride Varnish (FV)', 'Resin Infiltration (RI)', 'casein phosphor peptides-amorphous calcium fluoride phosphate (CPP-ACFP)' and the 'Control' group was found to be statistically significant. Compared to the 'FV' and 'casein phosphor peptides-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP)' groups, the 'P11-4 + FV" group and 'RI" group made a significant difference. The hierarchy was evident in the SUCRA values of 7 therapies. P11-4 + FV and RI were considered effective therapies compared to the control group or the FV group (gold standard group). CONCLUSIONS The available evidence suggests that resin infiltration and P11-4 in combination with fluoride varnish had advantages over gold standard (FV). The effect of tricalcium phosphate-based drugs and fluoride is not very noticeable. Overall, drugs based on P11-4 and resin infiltration will be better therapies. Using more than two drugs in combination also would increase efficacy.
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- Zunxuan Xie
- Department of Endodontics, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Jilin, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Jilin, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Jilin, China
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- Department of Endodontics, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Jilin, China
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- Department of Endodontics, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Jilin, China.
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Mohammed SME, Awad SM, Wahba AH. Comparison of Clinical Outcomes of Silver-modified Atraumatic Restorative Technique vs Atraumatic Restorative Technique in Primary Teeth: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Contemp Dent Pract 2023; 23:1140-1145. [PMID: 37073938 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/20/2023]
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AIM To compare the clinical outcomes of silver-modified atraumatic restorative technique (SMART) vs atraumatic restorative technique (ART) in primary teeth. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study was a randomized clinical trial conducted on 30 children. The study was split-mouth design, so each group was consisted of 30 children. Children aged 3-6 years old of both genders. Communication with the children was established. Gross debris from cavitation was removed. Carious dentin on walls was excavated using spoon excavator and low-speed contra with round or fissure bur. The areas to be treated were isolated with cotton rolls. For ART, glass ionomer cement (GIC) was applied according to the manufacturer's instructions. For silver-modified atraumatic restorative technique (SMART), a protective coating was applied to the lips and skin to prevent a temporary tattoo. Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) was applied carefully using bended microsponge brush. It was applied directly to only the affected tooth surface. The lesion was dried for 15 seconds with gentle flow of compressed air. After 1 week, GIC was applied according to the manufacturer's instructions. Clinical evaluation was done for all teeth at 6 and 12 months. The data were collected and then statistically analyzed using the Chi-square test to show the difference between groups. RESULTS The restoration of the first primary molar with ART restoration alone showed a lower success rate when compared with the restoration with a combination of SDF and ART (SMART technique), with percentages of 70% and 76.67% and 53.33% and 60% after 6 months and 12 months of follow-up, respectively. CONCLUSION Silver diamine fluoride is successful in arresting dentin caries and can be used to increase the efficacy of the ART technique in primary teeth. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE It is recommended to use SDF as a noninvasive approach to control dentin caries with the ART technique.
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- Pediatric Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Mansoura University, Egypt
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Sun IG, Chai HH, Lo ECM, Chu CH, Duangthip D. Dental Fear and Anxiety of Chinese Preschool Children in a School-Based Outreach Service Using Silver Diamine Fluoride for Caries Control: A Cross-Sectional Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:4467. [PMID: 36901476 PMCID: PMC10001995 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20054467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2023] [Revised: 02/19/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Limited data are available regarding the patient-based outcomes of SDF therapy in the kindergarten setting. This study aims to evaluate the dental fear and anxiety (DFA) of preschool children after participating in a school-based outreach service using SDF to arrest early childhood caries (ECC). The study recruited 3- to 5-year-old children with untreated ECC. A trained dentist performed a dental examination and applied SDF therapy to the carious lesions. ECC experience was measured using the dmft index. Questionnaires for parents were used to collect the children's demographic information and their dental treatment experiences. The children's DFA before and immediately after SDF therapy was assessed using the self-reported Facial Image Scale (FIS) on a Likert scale of 1 (very happy) to 5 (very distressed). The association between the children's DFA after SDF therapy and the potentially related factors, including demographic background, caries experience, and DFA before SDF therapy, were analysed using bivariate analysis. Three hundred and forty children (187 boys, 55%) joined this study. Their mean (SD) age and dmft scores were 4.8 (0.9) and 4.6 (3.6), respectively. Most of them (269/340, 79%) never had a dental visit. After SDF therapy, 86% (294/340) of the children exhibited no or low DFA (FIS ≤ 3), whereas 14% (46/340) reported high DFA (FIS > 3). No factor was associated with children's DFA after SDF therapy (p > 0.05). This study showed most preschool children with ECC exhibited no or low DFA after SDF therapy in a school setting.
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Survival Analysis and Cost Effectiveness of Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative Treatment (SMART) and ART Occlusal Restorations in Primary Molars: a randomized controlled trial. J Dent 2023; 128:104379. [PMID: 36460236 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2022.104379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2022] [Revised: 11/03/2022] [Accepted: 11/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate and compare the clinical performance and cost effectiveness of Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative Treatment (SMART) and Atraumatic Restorative Treatment (ART) restorations in primary molars over 12 months follow up period. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sixty-seven children, aged 5-9 years old having at least one asymptomatic primary molar with active caries, were randomly assigned to either the test arm (SMART) or the control arm (ART). Clinical performance was assessed after 6 and 12-months using the modified United States Public Health Services criteria. The trial was registered at Clinical Trial.gov with a registration number (NCT03881020). Treatment time for each restoration was recorded, Kaplan-Meier survival analysis and the log-rank test were performed (p<0.05) and cost effectiveness was measured at the end of the study. RESULTS Both techniques showed comparable clinical performance and the mean survival time was 11.8 and 11.6 months for SMART and ART restorations respectively with no detected significant differences (p=0.416). Mean treatment time for SMART restorations (7.8 min.), however, was significantly lower than ART (15 min.) (p < 0.001). SMART technique, also, showed statistically significant lower mean total cost per restoration (p <0.001). CONCLUSIONS Though SMART and ART have comparable clinical performance and survival in single-surface occlusal restorations in primary molars, SMART is less time consuming and more cost effective. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Using SMART technique could change paradigms in caries management. Being a patient friendly and cost-effective approach, it could be adopted as a superior treatment option when dealing with young children, those with behavioral and medical challenges and for promoting access to oral care among the underprivileged.
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Aly MM, Yousry YM. Potential discolouration of silver diamine fluoride versus silver diamine fluoride/potassium iodide in primary teeth: a randomised clinical study. Br Dent J 2022:10.1038/s41415-022-5272-9. [PMID: 36473976 PMCID: PMC9734755 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-022-5272-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Aim This study aimed to evaluate the potential discolouration and carious lesion arresting effect of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and silver diamine fluoride/potassium iodide (SDF/KI) in the treatment of carious primary teeth.Materials and method A total of 30 carious primary canines were randomly assigned to treatment groups where Group I was treated with SDF while Group II was treated with SDF/KI. Caries arrest was assessed based on consistency and stability of lesion size while the discolouration of treated lesions was assessed digitally using a VITA Easyshade spectrophotometer.Results Both treatments demonstrated 100% efficacy in arresting active caries lesions. Regarding discolouration, the total colour difference represented by delta E (ΔE) was 16.45 ± 5.69 for Group I compared to 9.54 ± 3.09 for Group II immediately post-operative, with a statistically significant difference (p = 0.003). Both groups showed similar values at 1, 3, 6 and 12 months after the treatment, with no statistically significant difference. No incidence of serious adverse effects related to either treatment and the majority of parents/guardians were satisfied with both treatments compromising their child's aesthetic appearance.Conclusions Both SDF and SDF/KI are effective in arresting carious lesions in primary teeth but in terms of the discolouration potential, the use of KI significantly reduced the discolouration caused by SDF immediately post-operatively. Unfortunately, marked discolouration was recorded in the subsequent follow-up visits, compromising the aesthetic outcome.
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- Mariam M Aly
- Lecturer of Paediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Egypt.
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- Lecturer of Paediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Egypt
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Zaffarano L, Salerno C, Campus G, Cirio S, Balian A, Karanxha L, Cagetti MG. Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) Efficacy in Arresting Cavitated Caries Lesions in Primary Molars: A Systematic Review and Metanalysis. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:12917. [PMID: 36232217 PMCID: PMC9566773 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191912917] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2022] [Revised: 10/06/2022] [Accepted: 10/07/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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A systematic review and meta-analysis were carried out to evaluate the efficacy of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in controlling caries progression in cavitated primary molars. A search for randomized and non-randomized trials with follow-up > 6 months was performed using PubMed, Scopus and Embase. The Cochrane risk of bias tools were used for the quality assessment. The success rate and odds ratios were chosen to calculate the effect size for the meta-analysis. A total of 792 papers were identified and 9 were selected. A high variability regarding SDF application protocol was found; otherwise, caries arrest was always recorded using visual/tactile methods. Two studies were judged at low risk of bias, six at moderate risk and one at high risk. Data from five studies were aggregated for meta-analysis. Heterogeneity was found moderate (I2 = 35.69%, p = 0.18). SDF application was found to be overall effective (fixed effect model) in arresting caries progression (ES = 0.35, p < 0.01). In a total of 622 arrested lesions, out of 1205 considered, the caries arrest rate was 51.62% ± 27.40% (Confidence = 1.55) using SDF ≥ 38% applied annually or biannually. In conclusion, when applied to active cavitated caries lesions in primary molars, SDF appears to be effective in arresting dental caries progression, especially if applied biannually.
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- Luciano Zaffarano
- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Via Beldiletto 1, 20142 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Via Beldiletto 1, 20142 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Restorative, Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 7, 3012 Bern, Switzerland
- Department of Pediatric, Preventive Dentistry and Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Sechenov University, 119991 Moscow, Russia
- Department of Surgery, Microsurgery and Medicine Sciences, School of Dentistry, University of Sassari, Viale San Pietro 3/c, 07100 Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Via Beldiletto 1, 20142 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Via Beldiletto 1, 20142 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Via Beldiletto 1, 20142 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Via Beldiletto 1, 20142 Milan, Italy
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CHANGES IN PARENTAL SATISFACTION AND ORAL HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN AFTER RECEIVING ATRAUMATIC RESTORATIVE TREATMENT WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR SILVER DIAMINE FLUORIDE APPLICATION. J Evid Based Dent Pract 2022; 22:101751. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jebdp.2022.101751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2021] [Revised: 05/18/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Hafiz Z, Allam R, Almazyad B, Bedaiwi A, Alotaibi A, Almubrad A. Effectiveness of Silver Diamine Fluoride in Arresting Caries in Primary and Early Mixed Dentition: A Systematic Review. CHILDREN 2022; 9:children9091289. [PMID: 36138602 PMCID: PMC9497160 DOI: 10.3390/children9091289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2022] [Revised: 08/14/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Dental caries is a painful condition that could lead to nutritional problems which affects the overall health of the child, as well it is expensive to treat. The effectiveness of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in primary and early mixed dentition is systematically reviewed in this study. This systematic review utilized the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta- Analysis statement (PRISMA, 2020). A literature search conducted using the common electronic databases (from 2010–2021). Based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria, ten randomized clinical trials (RCT) have met the inclusion criteria and were considered for the qualitative assessment. Critical appraisal of these studies was done. This systematic review found that using SDF is a successful and effective method in arresting dentin carious process in the primary teeth and first permanent molars in children. Additionally, when compared to the commonly used topical fluoride products and materials, SDF showed to have better cariostatic effect. However, these findings must be cautiously viewed since more research is required to support them.
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- Zain Hafiz
- Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics Department, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics Department, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia
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- Intern, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia
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- Intern, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia
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- Intern, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia
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- Intern, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia
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Brunet‐Llobet L, Auría‐Martín B, González‐Chópite Y, Cahuana‐Bartra P, Mashala EI, Miranda‐Rius J. The use of silver diamine fluoride in a children's hospital: Critical analysis and action protocol. Clin Exp Dent Res 2022; 8:1175-1184. [PMID: 35869630 PMCID: PMC9562575 DOI: 10.1002/cre2.611] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Revised: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 06/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Objectives The present critical analysis aims to propose an action protocol for the use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in pediatric patients in a hospital setting, especially for those who are currently awaiting hospital dental treatment under general anesthesia. Material and Methods A literature search was performed in the PubMed/MEDLINE from 2009 to 2021 using the search terms “silver diamine fluoride”, “pediatrics silver diamine fluoride”, “application silver diamine fluoride”, and “AND” ‐ combined with terms: “potassium iodide”, “properties”, “adverse effects”, “early childhood caries”, “patient with disability”, “management”, “special health care needs patient”. Articles that recorded the type of teeth, application protocol, the concentration of the product, and possible complications of the treatment were selected. Results Four hundred and sixteen related articles were obtained, of which 13 were finally chosen on the basis of the search criteria. The age at which the use of SDF was recommended ranged from the first year of life to 12 years, in most cases in primary teeth. The study populations varied in size from 53 to 799 patients. An analysis of the characteristics of SDF and its use in pediatric patients with dental caries was performed. The recommended concentration was 38% SDF, applied twice yearly. The main complication reported was staining. A decision algorithm was designed including SDF as an agent for caries control in patients attending the specific population of our hospital (divided into two groups: healthy children aged 0−4 years and patients with special health care needs (SHCNs) aged 0−18 years). Conclusions SDF therapy appears to be effective in the control of caries in pediatric patients. We propose an action protocol for patients with early childhood caries to reduce risk, complications, and the progression of lesions. The protocol is aimed especially at pediatric patients who also have some systemic pathology, disability, SHCNs, and/or behavioral difficulties.
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- Lluís Brunet‐Llobet
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Hospital Sant Joan de DéuUniversity of BarcelonaBarcelonaSpain
- Hospital Dentistry, Clinical Orthodontics and Periodontal Medicine Research Group (HDCORPEMrg)Institut de Recerca Sant Joan de Déu (IRSJD)BarcelonaSpain
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Hospital Sant Joan de DéuUniversity of BarcelonaBarcelonaSpain
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Hospital Sant Joan de DéuUniversity of BarcelonaBarcelonaSpain
- Hospital Dentistry, Clinical Orthodontics and Periodontal Medicine Research Group (HDCORPEMrg)Institut de Recerca Sant Joan de Déu (IRSJD)BarcelonaSpain
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Hospital Sant Joan de DéuUniversity of BarcelonaBarcelonaSpain
- Hospital Dentistry, Clinical Orthodontics and Periodontal Medicine Research Group (HDCORPEMrg)Institut de Recerca Sant Joan de Déu (IRSJD)BarcelonaSpain
- Department of Odontostomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Health SciencesUniversity of BarcelonaBarcelonaSpain
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- Doctoral Programme in Medicine and Translational Research, Line of Odontostomatology. Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Hospital Sant Joan de DéuUniversity of BarcelonaBarcelonaSpain
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- Hospital Dentistry, Clinical Orthodontics and Periodontal Medicine Research Group (HDCORPEMrg)Institut de Recerca Sant Joan de Déu (IRSJD)BarcelonaSpain
- Department of Odontostomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Health SciencesUniversity of BarcelonaBarcelonaSpain
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Aldosari MM, Al-Sehaibany FS. The Effect of Loading Time on Color Stability of Various Restorative Materials Bonded to Silver Diamine Fluoride-Treated Demineralized Dentin. Clin Cosmet Investig Dent 2022; 14:123-130. [PMID: 35602464 PMCID: PMC9121883 DOI: 10.2147/ccide.s365478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Aim To investigate the effect of immediate versus one week later loading time on color stability of resin-based composite (RBC), resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGIC) and glass ionomer cement (GIC) restorative materials bonded to silver diamine fluoride (SDF)-treated demineralized dentin. Materials and Methods Ninety extracted premolars were randomly assigned to the following groups (n = 30 each): group-I (loaded with RBCs), group-II (loaded with RMGIC), and group-III (loaded with GIC). Each group was divided randomly into the following subgroups (n = 10): subgroup-A (control specimens) consisted of sound dentin and the restorative material was immediately loaded; subgroup-B consisted of demineralized dentin, underwent a SDF treatment and the restorative material was immediately loaded; subgroup-C consisted of demineralized dentin, underwent a SDF treatment and the restorative material was loaded 1 week later. The color difference (ΔE) and visual color changes (L*a*b*) of each specimen were calculated using a spectrophotometer. Data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA and post hoc Tukey's tests to compare the ΔE values and a paired t test to compare the mean of L* a* b* coordinates. Results The highest color stability was observed for GIC, followed by RMGIC, and the lowest color stability was observed for the RBC group. Significant differences within groups were noted in RBC and RMGIC (p < 0.001). Regarding the loading time of the restorative material, in RBCs, a significantly lower ΔE value was observed in the delayed loading group than in the immediate loading group (p = 0.035). In the RMGIC and GIC groups, there were no significant differences. Conclusion Delaying the loading time of the restorative material for 1 week following the application of SDF resulted in greater color stability than that of immediate loading. The caries arresting potential of SDF was revealed by the dark staining, which could be improved with the subsequent delayed restoration.
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- Mohammed M Aldosari
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Ruff RR, Barry Godín TJ, Small TM, Niederman R. Silver diamine fluoride, atraumatic restorations, and oral health-related quality of life in children aged 5-13 years: results from the CariedAway school-based cluster randomized trial. BMC Oral Health 2022; 22:125. [PMID: 35413873 PMCID: PMC9005017 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-022-02159-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Accepted: 04/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Objective Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a non-surgical treatment for the arrest and prevention of dental caries that results in irreversible black staining of dental decay. The objective of this study was to evaluate the short-term impact of SDF treatment on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) relative to a standard package of glass ionomer sealants and atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) in children aged 5–13 years. Methods CariedAway is a pragmatic, longitudinal, cluster-randomized non-inferiority trial of non-surgical interventions for caries. Secondary study outcomes included OHRQoL and academic performance. Oral health-related quality of life was measured at each study visit using the Child Oral Health Impact Profile. Change in OHRQoL was assessed using linear regression and non-inferiority was determined using t tests. Results 160 children with an average age of 8.7 years completed quality of life assessments. Untreated decay at baseline (approximately 25%) was associated with significantly worse OHRQoL and treatment in both groups resulted in incremental improvement: children receiving SDF improved their OHRQoL scores from 16.44 (SD = 11.12) to 14.62 (SD = 11.90), and those receiving traditional sealants and atraumatic restorations slightly improved from 16.65 (SD = 10.56) to 16.47 (SD = 11.09). Quality of life in children receiving silver diamine fluoride was non-inferior to those receiving sealants and ART at least 6 months post-treatment (mean difference = 1.85, 95% CI = − 2.10, 5.80), and change in OHRQoL did not depend on the severity of baseline decay. Conclusions OHRQoL is related to untreated dental caries, and observed changes following SDF treatment were non-inferior relative to standard preventive therapies.
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- Ryan Richard Ruff
- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, USA.
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- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, USA
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García-Bernal D, Pecci-Lloret MP, López-García S. The Cytocompatibility of Silver Diamine Fluoride on Mesenchymal Stromal Cells from Human Exfoliated Deciduous Teeth: An In Vitro Study. MATERIALS 2022; 15:ma15062104. [PMID: 35329556 PMCID: PMC8954535 DOI: 10.3390/ma15062104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2022] [Revised: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) has been used for many years for the treatment of caries, and minimally invasive dentistry concepts have made it popular again. The fact that its application does not require the administration of anesthesia makes its use in children more desirable. The aim of this study was to determine the cytotoxicity of two new commercial SDF products: Riva Star (SDI Dental Limited) and e-SDF (Kids-e-Dental) on mesenchymal stromal cells from human exfoliated deciduous teeth (SHEDs). SHEDs were exposed to SDF products at different concentrations (0.1%, 0.01% and 0.005%). Then different assays were performed to evaluate their cytocompatibility on SHEDs: IC50, MTT, cell migration (wound healing), cell cytoskeleton staining, cell apoptosis, generation of intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS), and ion chromatography. Statistical analyses were performed using one-way ANOVA and Tukey’s post hoc test (p < 0.05). Riva Star Step 2 showed the same cell metabolic activity when compared to the control condition at any time and concentration. Meanwhile, e-SDF displayed high cytotoxicity at any time and any concentration (*** p < 0.001), whereas Riva Star Step 1 displayed high cytotoxicity at any time at 0.1% and 0.01% (*** p < 0.001). Only e-SDF showed a statistically significant decreased cell migration rate (*** p < 0.001) at all times and in all concentrations. At 0.1%, e-SDF and Riva Star Step 1 only showed 4.37% and 4.47% of viable cells, respectively. These results suggest that Riva Star has better in vitro cytocompatibility on SHEDs than does e-SDF. Riva Star Step 1 was found to be as cytotoxic as e-SDF, but it had better biological properties when mixed with Riva Star Step 2. Our findings suggest that Riva Star is more suitable when used in deciduous teeth due to its lower cytotoxicity compared to e-SDF.
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- David García-Bernal
- Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Immunology Department, Faculty of Medicine, University of Murcia, 30100 Murcia, Spain;
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- Gerodontology and Special Care Dentistry Unit, Morales Meseguer Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University of Murcia, 30100 Murcia, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-8688-8575
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- Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Universitat de Valencia, 46003 Valencia, Spain;
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Cleary J, Al-Hadidi R, Scully A, Yahn W, Zaid Z, Boynton JR, Eckert GJ, Yanca E, Fontana M. A 12-Month Randomized Clinical Trial of 38% SDF vs. Restorative Treatment. JDR Clin Trans Res 2022; 7:135-144. [PMID: 35120408 DOI: 10.1177/23800844211072741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The aim of this 2-arm, parallel-group, 12-mo randomized clinical trial was to compare the effectiveness of semiannual application of 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) versus restorative treatment (RT) to manage cavitated caries lesions in primary teeth in a diverse population of children in Michigan. METHODS Children aged 2 to 10 y with at least 1 soft cavitated lesion (International Caries Detection and Assessment System 5 or 6) with no pain or signs/symptoms of irreversible pulpitis were recruited and randomly assigned to 2 intervention groups. One random lesion per child received 38% SDF (twice, at a 6-mo interval) or RT. All interventions and assessments were done by calibrated dentists. Primary outcome measures were clinical failure rates: minor (e.g., reversible pulpitis, active/soft lesion or progression, restoration loss or need for replacement/repair, secondary caries) and major (e.g., irreversible pulpitis, abscess, extraction). Parent, child, and provider acceptability was also assessed. RESULTS Ninety-eight children were enrolled and randomized, with a mean (SD) age of 4.8 y (1.8); 46% were female and their mean dmft + DMFT was 6.3 (3.9). Sixty-nine children were assessed at 12 mo (sample was within the planned 30% attrition rate). There were significantly more teeth with minor failures (SDF = 65%, RT = 23%, P ≤ 0.001) and major failures (SDF = 13%, RT = 3%, P ≤ 0.001) in the SDF group than the RT group; 74% of SDF-treated lesions were hard at 12 mo vs. 57% at 6 mo. Providers stated that SDF was easier, faster, and more preferable than RT (P ≤ 0.001). No significant differences were found in parental satisfaction and acceptability. At 12 mo, children in the RT arm felt significantly (P < 0.05) happier with their tooth appearance and stated that their visit to the dentist hurt less. CONCLUSION At 12 mo, SDF-treated lesions had significantly more minor and major failures than RT, suggesting that SDF-treated teeth need to be closely monitored in a population at high caries risk (ClinicalTrials.gov NCT02601833). KNOWLEDGE OF TRANSFER STATEMENT The results of this study can be used by clinicians when deciding whether to restore or apply silver diamine fluoride to cavitated lesions in primary teeth. Information on treatment outcomes and parent, child, and provider acceptability can help guide appropriate treatment decisions and need for monitoring.
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- J Cleary
- Private practice, East Lansing, MI, USA
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- Private practice, Grosse Pointe and Novi, MI, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Private practice, Saginaw, MI, USA
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- Private practice, Westminster, CO, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Health Data Science, School of Medicine and Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Cariology, Restorative Sciences and Endodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Cariology, Restorative Sciences and Endodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Ruff RR, Whittemore R, Grochecki M, Bateson J, Barry Godín TJ. Silver diamine fluoride and oral health-related quality of life: A review and network meta-analysis. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0261627. [PMID: 35104291 PMCID: PMC8806055 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0261627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/06/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is an effective non-surgical treatment for dental caries which may also impact oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL). The objective of this study was to conduct a network meta-analysis of SDF versus other standard of care therapies on OHRQoL. DATA SOURCES Studies published in PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, or Web of Science through July 2021 with no date or language restrictions. STUDY SELECTION Any randomized controlled trial, cohort, or case-control study that included silver diamine fluoride as either a single or combinative treatment for dental caries and a quantitatively measured outcome for oral health-related quality of life was included. DATA EXTRACTION AND SYNTHESIS Potentially eligible studies were screened by two independent reviewers trained in conducting systematic reviews. Studies meeting inclusion criteria underwent a full-text review with data being extracted using a standardized form, including publication details, study methodology, outcomes, assessors, and sample information. Studies underwent a risk of bias assessment. Quantitative synthesis was performed using fixed effects meta-analysis and individual comparisons were assessed via network meta-analysis. MAIN OUTCOME(S) AND MEASURE(S) Oral health-related quality of life. RESULTS 19 articles were returned following search strategies. Following screening, ten studies were evaluated for full-text eligibility and five were retained for meta-analyses. Results across all treatments indicate no differences in OHRQoL when compared to SDF (SMD = -0.06, 95% CI = -0.20, 0.08). Direct and indirect estimates from network meta-analysis indicated that OHRQoL in children was not significantly different when treated with SDF versus atraumatic restorations (d = 0.02, 95% CI = -0.32, 0.36) or placebo (d = 0.03, 95% CI = -0.16, 0.22). CONCLUSIONS Evidence from the literature consistently shows no discernible impact on OHRQoL across various non-surgical treatments for dental caries. Overall oral health-related quality of life may increase regardless of treatment protocol due to treatment of the underlying disease. Concerns over the staining of dental decay and oral mucosa resulting from treatment with silver diamine fluoride do not seem to affect OHRQoL.
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- Ryan Richard Ruff
- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York College of Dentistry, New York, New York, United States of America
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- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York College of Dentistry, New York, New York, United States of America
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- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York College of Dentistry, New York, New York, United States of America
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- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York College of Dentistry, New York, New York, United States of America
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- Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion, New York College of Dentistry, New York, New York, United States of America
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Wajahat M, Abbas B, Tariq K, Imran E, Aslam S, Khurshid Z. Parental perception of silver diamine fluoride for the management of dental caries. J Taibah Univ Med Sci 2022; 17:408-414. [PMID: 35722240 PMCID: PMC9170786 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2021.11.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Objectives This study aims to identify and extract parental perception and acceptance of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) application in treating dental caries with the objective of a) evaluating parental acceptability of SDF as a treatment choice for dental caries in their children and b) investigating parental concerns regarding the use of SDF for childhood caries. Methods A cross-sectional survey using a reliable questionnaire was conducted among parents of children aged 2-10 years, who reported to the department of paediatric dentistry at two dental hospitals between June 2020 and January 2021. Results 197 participants/guardians were included in the study and 128 showed acceptability towards SDF, out of which, 99 preferred upper posterior teeth for the treatment. The dentists' advice became a major factor affecting treatment option for 108 participants. Parental age also impacted the choice of SDF as a treatment option (i.e., those aged 31-40 years were more aware of SDF treatment than younger or older age groups). Conclusion Parental acceptance of SDF in comparison to other dental caries treatment options in children was found to be higher when more invasive treatment choices were provided. Aesthetic appearance and cost of treatment were significant concerns for the parents.
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Hegde V, Kodali P, Minhaz R, Mithra PP, Alva S, Joseph J, Roshni RS. Cost-Effective analysis of silver diamine fluoride in comparison to glass ionomer cement along with fluoride varnish in the management of early childhood caries in anganwadi centers of Mangalore: A randomized control trail. JOURNAL OF INDIAN ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC HEALTH DENTISTRY 2022. [DOI: 10.4103/jiaphd.jiaphd_221_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Wakhloo T, Reddy SG, Sharma SK, Chug A, Dixit A, Thakur K. Silver Diamine Fluoride Versus Atraumatic Restorative Treatment in Pediatric Dental Caries Management: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Int Soc Prev Community Dent 2021; 11:367-375. [PMID: 34430496 PMCID: PMC8352060 DOI: 10.4103/jispcd.jispcd_83_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2021] [Revised: 03/30/2021] [Accepted: 05/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Introduction: The objective was to compare the clinical efficacy of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) in arresting active caries in primary teeth and first permanent molars in children. Materials and Methods: The study protocol was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42020205675). A systematic search was performed in PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Cochrane Library, and gray literature for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in English language with a minimum follow-up of 6 months, comparing the caries arrest potential of SDF with ART in primary teeth and first permanent molars in children. The risk of bias and quality assessment of the studies was done using the Cochrane Collaboration Tool and Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Tool. Data analysis was performed using RevMan software; the outcomes were summarized in meta-analysis (MA) using the random-effects model, and the odds ratio (OR) at 95% confidence interval (CI) was computed. Results: A total of 1059 studies were identified, out of which 562 remained after removal of duplicates. Eight studies were considered for full-text eligibility, and four studies were included in the qualitative review. Three out of four studies were conducted on primary dentition, whereas one study was done on erupting first permanent molars in children. MA of the two studies compared 30% SDF with ART in primary molars at 12 months and revealed the OR to be 2.02 (95% CI: 0.86–4.71; I2 = 62%; P = 0.10). Conclusion: The current review points to the lack of solid evidence comparing SDF with ART for arresting active caries in primary teeth, especially in the first permanent molars. No statistically significant difference between 30% SDF and ART in primary molars at 12 months was found in the present review. Well-designed RCTs are required to determine a minimum concentration of SDF which is effective and safe for caries arrest in children.
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- Tulika Wakhloo
- Department of Dentistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Dentistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
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- College of Nursing, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Dentistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Dentistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
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- College of Nursing, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
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Haiat A, Ngo HC, Samaranayake LP, Fakhruddin KS. The effect of the combined use of silver diamine fluoride and potassium iodide in disrupting the plaque biofilm microbiome and alleviating tooth discoloration: A systematic review. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0252734. [PMID: 34115788 PMCID: PMC8195348 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0252734] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2021] [Accepted: 05/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is used in minimally invasive dentistry for arresting dental caries. However, discoloration of teeth is a significant side effect that has limited the use of SDF. Hence, the application of potassium iodide (KI) following SDF has been proposed to ameliorate the staining. Although antimicrobial activity is one of the major mechanisms of the caries-arresting effect of SDF, the antimicrobial potency of SDF/KI combination is unclear. Thus, the primary objective of this systematic review was to appraise the studies on the antimicrobial efficacy of SDF/KI combination on cariogenic microbes. The secondary objective was to summarize the evidence on the potential of KI in reducing the discoloration associated with the application of SDF. Electronic databases of Medline via PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and EBSCO host were searched for English language manuscripts from January 2005 to 15th November 2020. The reference lists of these manuscripts were manually searched for additional studies. Twelve studies were included in the final analysis, seven of which have investigated the antimicrobial efficacy of SDF/KI, and the rest have examined the anti-staining potential of KI. The exploratory findings from the reviewed articles revealed the promising antimicrobial potential of SDF/KI on cariogenic microbes associated with dentine caries. There is, however, contradictory evidence on the effect of SDF/KI on tooth color. The reviewed in-vitro studies indicated significant effectiveness of KI in preventing staining. A clinical trial on primary dentition showed 25% reduction in the incidence of staining by SDF after applying KI, while a clinical study on root caries in adults showed no significant effect. Within the methodological limitations of this review, we conclude that for arresting dental caries, SDF could be combined with KI, as there may be a lower likelihood of staining. Further, well-designed clinical trials on the antimicrobial and anti-staining effect of SDF/KI are needed to obtain more robust evidence.
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- Anahita Haiat
- UWA Dental School, The University of Western Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
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- UWA Dental School, The University of Western Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
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- UWA Dental School, The University of Western Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Pozos-Guillén A, Molina G, Soviero V, Arthur RA, Chavarria-Bolaños D, Acevedo AM. Management of dental caries lesions in Latin American and Caribbean countries. Braz Oral Res 2021; 35:e055. [PMID: 34076079 DOI: 10.1590/1807-3107bor-2021.vol35.0055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Caries management at the lesion level is dependent on the lesion activity, the presence of a cavitation (either cleanable or non-cleanable), and lesion depth as evaluated via radiographic examination. A variety of non-invasive, micro-invasive, and minimally invasive treatment (with or without restoration) options are available for primary and permanent teeth. Non-invasive strategies include oral hygiene instructions, dietary counseling, and personal as well as professional use of fluoridated products that reduce demineralization and increase re-mineralization. Micro-invasive procedures include the use of occlusal resin sealants and resin infiltrants, while minimally invasive strategies comprise those related to selective removal of caries tissues and placement of restorations. Deep caries management includes indirect pulp capping, while exposed pulp may be treated using direct pulp capping and partial or complete pulpotomy. The aim of the present study was to review available evidence on recommended preventive and restorative strategies for caries lesions in Latin American/Caribbean countries, and subsequently develop evidence-based recommendations for treatment options that take into consideration material availability, emphasize ways to adapt available treatments to the local context, and suggest ways in which dentists and health systems can adopt these treatments.
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- Amaury Pozos-Guillén
- Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Faculty of Dentistry, Basic Sciences Laboratory, San Luis Potosí, México
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- Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, The Dental Faculty, Department of Dental Materials, Córdoba, Argentina
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- Universidade Estadual do Rio de Janeiro - UERJ, School of Dentistry, Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil.,Centro Universitário Arthur Sá Earp Neto - Unifase, School of Dentistry, Petrópolis, RJ, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - UFRGS, Dental School, Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Universidad de Costa Rica, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences, San José, Costa Rica
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- Universidad Central de Venezuela, Faculty of Dentistry, Institute of Dental Research "Raul Vincentelli", Caracas, Venezuela
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Teng R, Meng Y, Zhao X, Liu J, Ding R, Cheng Y, Zhang Y, Zhang Y, Pei D, Li A. Combination of Polydopamine Coating and Plasma Pretreatment to Improve Bond Ability Between PEEK and Primary Teeth. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2021; 8:630094. [PMID: 33585424 PMCID: PMC7880054 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2020.630094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Preformed crowns are preferred to reduce the failure risk of restoration of primary teeth, but some drawback of conventional material is still a main barrier for their clinical use. Polyether etherketone (PEEK), a tooth colored, high-performance thermoplastic polymer, has been recognized as a promising alternative to manufacture the restoration of primary teeth. However, the hydrophobic surface and low surface energy of PEEK make it hard to establish a strong and durable adhesion. In this study, we have evaluated a modification method of polydopamine (PDA) coating with plasma pretreatment for the PEEK films by physical and chemical characterization, bonding properties, and biocompatibility. The surface properties of PEEK were well-characterized by scanning electron microscope (SEM) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). The adhesive strength of the PEEK films was greatly improved without significant reduction of the proliferation rate of human gingival fibroblast cells in MTT and Live/Dead assays. Therefore, PDA coating with plasma pretreatment may give a new solution for effective clinical application of PEEK in primary performed crowns.
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- Rui Teng
- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Super Engineering Plastics, Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China.,Department of Periodontology, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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Caries arrest effectiveness of silver diamine fluoride compared to alternative restorative technique: randomized clinical trial. Eur Arch Paediatr Dent 2021; 22:575-585. [PMID: 33387347 DOI: 10.1007/s40368-020-00592-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2020] [Accepted: 11/25/2020] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This RCT study assessed and compared the effect of a biannual application of 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) with alternative restorative technique (ART) on arresting caries in primary dentition. METHODS The RCT was conducted over a period of 12 months and included 79 healthy children (237 primary teeth), aged 3-8 years, selected from the University Pediatric Dentistry outpatient clinics, with at least one primary asymptomatic tooth with active dentinal occlusal/labial lesions. Children were randomly assigned to SDF application or ART treatment. Visual and tactile examinations were used after 6 and 12 months to assess the activity of the carious lesions using the ICDAS II. RESULTS At 6- and 12-month-evaluation periods, no statistically significant differences in lesions arrest were found between SDF and ART groups (P = 1.000). Considering the frequency of arrested caries between the test groups at 6 and 12 months, no significant differences were observed between anterior and posterior lesions, as well as between the maxillary and mandibular lesions. When comparing the working time for the two treatments, the median time for those treated with SDF was 3.3 min, compared to 14.4 min for ART and was statistically significant (P < 0.0001). CONCLUSION Both SDF and ART are, indeed, effective for arresting caries. However, the chair-time management required for SDF is significantly shorter compared to ART. Taking into consideration the present evidence, the best decision regarding disease management and application of SDF or ART is to be made by the dentist and the patient/parent, recognizing individuals' differences and preferences.
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Annual review of selected scientific literature: A report of the Committee on Scientific Investigation of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry. J Prosthet Dent 2020; 124:274-349. [PMID: 32811666 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2020.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2020] [Revised: 06/23/2020] [Accepted: 06/24/2020] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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This comprehensive review of the 2019 restorative dental literature is offered to inform busy dentists regarding remarkable publications and noteworthy progress made in the profession. Developed by the Scientific Investigation Committee of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, each author brings discipline-specific expertise to 1 of 8 sections of the report: (1) prosthodontics; (2) periodontics, alveolar bone, and peri-implant tissues; (3) implant dentistry; (4) dental materials and therapeutics; (5) occlusion and temporomandibular disorders; (6) sleep-related breathing disorders; (7) oral medicine and oral and maxillofacial surgery; and (8) dental caries and cariology. The report targets important information likely to influence day-to-day dental treatment decisions. Each review is not intended to stand alone but to update interested readers so that they may visit source material when greater detail is desired. As the profession moves toward evidence-based clinical decision-making, an incredible volume of potentially valuable dental literature continues to increase. It is the intention of this review and its authors to provide assistance in negotiating the extensive dental literature published in 2019. It is our hope that readers find this work useful in the clinical management of dental patients.
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Sabbagh H, Othman M, Khogeer L, Al-Harbi H, Al Harthi A, Abdulgader Yaseen Abdulgader A. Parental acceptance of silver Diamine fluoride application on primary dentition: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Oral Health 2020; 20:227. [PMID: 32819333 PMCID: PMC7439720 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-020-01195-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2020] [Accepted: 07/13/2020] [Indexed: 10/31/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This systematic review of the literature was carried out to assess parental acceptance for silver diamine fluoride (SDF) application and esthetic outcome on their children primary dentition and evaluate factors that might influence their acceptance. METHODS Our research protocol included a search strategy, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and a data extraction plan. The search engines we used were PubMed, Google Scholar, and Science Direct. Reviewers independently reviewed, determined and carried out quality assessment for included studies using CONSORT (for clinical-trials), and STROBE (for Observational studies). In addition, evidence and recommendation's strength was conducted using Shekelle et al. system. Subsequently, a meta-analysis was performed to assess the association between parental acceptance for SDF treatment and teeth type, location and child's cooperation. RESULTS Eight studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria. There were statistically significant differences between parental acceptance for SDF usage on posterior teeth compared to anterior teeth (P < 0.001, OR: 0.23 and 95% CI: 0.15-0.34) and for SDF usage on anterior teeth of uncooperative compared to cooperative children (P < 0.001, OR: 0.27 and 95% CI: 0.17-0.44). Additionally, parent's acceptance rate for SDF application increased after follow-up visits and education. CONCLUSION Parental acceptance for SDF treatment was significantly related to tooth location, child cooperation and pre-operative instruction.
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- Heba Sabbagh
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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- Saudi Endodontic Board, King Abdulaziz Medical City, National Guard Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pedodontics, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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