Laser fluorescence assessment of dental caries arrest with two silver fluoride agents in patients with special needs – a preliminary report

ConclusionA single application of AgF/KI or AgF/SnF2 has high predictability (over 90%) for achieving arrest in active caries lesions in adult patients with SN and high caries risk. Clinical assessment should use visual-tactile examination combined with LF readings to detect lesions that are still progressing and that require additional treatments. Future studies should compare these AgF modalities with SDF and explore factors such as time between applications and the need for repeated applications.Trial registrationThe study was registered with the Australian Clinical Trials Registry (ACTRN12621001139864p) on 23/08/2021.
Source: Lasers in Medical Science - Category: Laser Surgery Source Type: research