Silver Diamine Fluoride as a Safe Alternative to Sedation and General Anesthesia in Young Children with Cavities

January 12, 2017ACDSSilver Diamine Fluoride

using silver diamine fluoride SMART Fillings = Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative Technique. By using silver compounds, a natural antimicrobial, with glass ionomer cement, a BPA free filling material, we are able to treat young children quickly and painlessly. This is a great option for the parents of young children with cavities that wish to avoid or delay sedation or general anesthesia for their child’s fillings or crowns. For more information about silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and anesthesia safety in children, please visit the following links;