Evaluating the Knowledge and Opinions of Army Dentists Regarding Silver Diamine Fluoride
Abstract
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a FDA-approved metal amine liquid with antibacterial properties for treating dentinal hypersensitivity. However, SDF is better known for its off-label use in arresting the progression of dental caries. SDF has the potential to aid in achieving dental readiness because it is effective at arresting caries and is simple to use. For some Soldiers with multiple carious sites, treatment time is demanding and it is not unusual for Soldiers to miss their dental appointments. Delaying treatment could cause dental class II (moderate) caries to become dental class III (urgent and non-deployable). During the "Go First Class" dental appointment, Army dentists can identify the Soldiers with multiple carious sites and begin to arrest caries at the same appointment with SDF. Future appointments will still be needed, but it buys more time for Army dentists to treat patients in multiple visits without worrying about the progression of the caries if there is a delay in their next appointment.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 14, 2019
- Accession Number
- AD1127822
Entities
People
- Yu-sheng Chen
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences