ChatGPT Summary of SDF 12-27-25
Open-access clinical evidence on Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) for dental caries
Key Takeaways
- Evidence-based: Multiple open-access studies support SDF as an effective agent for arresting dental caries.
- Minimally invasive: Particularly valuable for pediatric, geriatric, and community-based dental care.
- Application frequency matters: More frequent application protocols generally result in improved caries arrest.
- Public health impact: Strong evidence supports the use of SDF in school-based and preventive dental programs.
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a minimally invasive topical agent that combines the antibacterial effects of silver with the remineralizing effects of fluoride to help arrest and prevent dental caries. A growing body of open-access research supports its use in pediatric dentistry, community-based programs, and situations where conventional restorative care may be delayed or contraindicated.
Access note: The articles listed below were freely accessible at the time of compilation (open access or public PDF). Publisher access policies may change.
Recent Open-Access Articles (Most Recent First)
2025
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More frequent application of silver diamine fluoride improves caries arrest outcomes.
Evidence showing that increased SDF application frequency improves lesion arrest, particularly in high-risk pediatric populations.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12013995/ -
Clinical evaluation of silver diamine fluoride for early childhood caries.
Demonstrates reduced caries progression and improved arrest rates using 38% SDF compared with conventional fluoride therapies.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12563730/
2024
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Randomized clinical trial evaluating application intervals of silver diamine fluoride.
https://bmcoralhealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12903-024-04791-9
Foundational Evidence
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Silver diamine fluoride: a new approach to caries management.
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/epdf/10.1080/19424396.2016.12220962