Stops Cavities Without Drilling
Stops Cavities Without Drilling
SDF treats decay without needing to remove any tooth structure, making it a great alternative to fillings in many cases.
Silver Diamine Fluoride Treatments for Kidsin North Texas
Silver Diamine Fluoride Treatments for Kids
in North Texas
You want your child’s smile to flourish and remain free of damage, injury, disease, and decay. As parents, you strive to encourage and help them develop positive oral habits. Even if you are diligent about guiding and observing your child during their morning and nighttime routines, you may be unable to stop a problem if it’s already present in your child’s mouth. This is especially true with tooth decay; however, you can feel confident knowing that at Sprout Dentistry for Kids, Dr. Justin and Dr. Sage employ a solution that can stop decay in its tracks – Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF). Offering SDF treatment for kids in McKinney, Allen, and Frisco, our team can potentially save decayed teeth with this non-invasive and non-surgical option, while helping your child avoid more complex dental care in the future. If you want to learn more about this unique service, contact us today.
What Is Silver Diamine Fluoride?
What Is Silver Diamine Fluoride?
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a liquid that is FDA-approved and applied topically to your child’s teeth. Not only does it protect against the damaging effects of tooth decay, but it can stop cavities from worsening.
SDF is a non-invasive treatment option that is applied directly to the tooth, and it can effectively kill harmful cavity-causing bacteria while also hardening tooth enamel. It serves as a conservative, non-surgical method of treatment to stop cavity growth until a more permanent restoration can be put into place. Your child can benefit greatly from SDF because of its ability to preserve healthy tooth enamel while arresting any decay that is currently present and preventing the lesion from progressing and injuring the tooth’s nerve (the pulp).
The Benefits of Silver Diamine Fluoride
The Benefits of Silver Diamine Fluoride
Safe, Fast, and Comfortable
Safe, Fast, and Comfortable
The treatment is quick, requires no numbing, and is well tolerated even by younger or more anxious children.
Great for Younger or Anxious Kids
Great for Younger or Anxious Kids
SDF is backed by strong clinical research and is approved by the FDA for pediatric use. It helps prevent decay from progressing and protects enamel long term.
The Benefits of Silver Diamine Fluoride
The Benefits of Silver Diamine Fluoride
Stops Cavities Without Drilling
Stops Cavities Without Drilling
SDF treats decay without needing to remove any tooth structure, making it a great alternative to fillings in many cases.
Safe, Fast, and Comfortable
Safe, Fast, and Comfortable
The treatment is quick, requires no numbing, and is well tolerated even by younger or more anxious children.
Great for Younger or Anxious Kids
Great for Younger or Anxious Kids
SDF is backed by strong clinical research and is approved by the FDA for pediatric use. It helps prevent decay from progressing and protects enamel long term.
Interested in a No-Drill Cavity Treatment?
Interested in a No-Drill Cavity Treatment?
If your child has early-stage cavities or struggles with traditional dental visits, Silver Diamine Fluoride may be a great fit. Our board-certified pediatric dentists will guide you through your options and tailor treatment to your child’s specific needs.
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SDF: How Does it Work?
SDF: How Does it Work?
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Cleaning the Tooth
Cleaning the Tooth
Should your child require silver diamine fluoride treatment, Dr. Justin or Dr. Sage will thoroughly clean your child’s teeth before applying the liquid substance. All plaque and tartar accumulations must be removed completely beforehand, and your child’s teeth will need to be fully dried.
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Applying the SDF
Applying the SDF
Equipped with a small brush, they will carefully apply SDF to the surfaces of each tooth that is currently infected with decay. The SDF is then allowed to air dry. Typically, topical fluoride varnish is applied after completion of the SDF application. The entire process takes only a matter of minutes.
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Post-Treatment Guidelines
Post-Treatment Guidelines
The only caveat your child will need to abide by is forgoing eating or drinking for at least one hour after the substance is applied.
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