CSL 8 SDF (easy)

<p>Informed consent from the patient or guardian (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Isolate the site for up to 3 minutes if possible (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To arrest active dentinal carious lesions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Silver (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In pre-cooperative children or with limited access to dental care (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It discolors black (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Active cavitated dentinal lesions without pulp involvement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Its ability to remineralize through fluoride (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Extensive tooth preparation for restoration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is cost-effective and non-invasive (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

SDF is used for active, cavitated dentinal lesions in primary teeth, with no pulp involvement. It's also helpful for children with limited cooperation or access to care, and for difficult-to-treat cavities, especially proximal or multi-surface lesions.

SDF's silver inhibits bacteria, arresting further decay. Fluoride stimulates remineralization to strengthen the tooth.

A colorless, fluoride-based solution with silver ions (approximately 44,800 ppm). It is stabilized by ammonia.

Applying SDF solution to the affected tooth surface to stop the decay.

An area of dental decay that has created a hole.

Baby teeth, temporary teeth in children.

Treatment that doesn't require filling or other restorations to fix a cavity.

A topical treatment that arrests the progression of cavities, and discolors the area black.

SDF (silver diamine fluoride) is applied to carious lesions in a specific manner. It involves isolation, scrubbing for a minute, and gentle drying of the area. Isolation of the application site is typically kept for 3 minutes after application. Minimal loose debris is removed to allow improved SDF contact with the carious dentin before application. Fluoride varnish may be applied after, to assist in sustained contact, and to mask taste.

SDF is typically reapplied annually or semi-annually.

SDF solutions contain high concentrations of fluoride (44,800 ppm) and silver (255,000 ppm).

SDF works by increasing resistance to acid and enzymes, enhancing mineral density, inhibiting protein breakdown, and directly killing bacteria, and preventing biofilm formation.

Prior to using SDF, obtain informed consent from the patient or their guardian.