UCSF protocol for caries arrest using silver diamine fluoride: rationale, indications, and consent.

Author: Horst JA, Ellenikiotis H, Milgrom PM, UCSF Silver Caries Arrest Committee.

Source: Journal of the California Dental Association.

Year: 2016

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Abstract / Excerpt:

The Food and Drug Administration recently cleared silver diamine fluoride for reducing tooth sensitivity. Clinical trials document arrest and prevention of dental caries by silver diamine fluoride. This off-label use is now permissible and appropriate under U.S. law. A CDT code was approved for caries arresting medicaments for 2016 to facilitate documentation and billing. We present a systematic review, clinical indications, clinical protocol and consent procedure to guide application for caries arrest treatment.

Citation: Horst JA, Ellenikiotis H, Milgrom PM, UCSF Silver Caries Arrest Committee. UCSF protocol for caries arrest using silver diamine fluoride: rationale, indications, and consent. Journal of the California Dental Association. 2016; 44(1):16.