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Abstract

Abstract

Enamel lesions are common findings in primary teeth suffering from developmental defects of enamel (DDE). Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) has been used to reduce the sensitivity of hypomineralized teeth, also as a temporary non-invasive treatment of enamel demineralization by arresting the demineralization process and triggering the remineralization. Thus, it benefits very young children who lack cooperative abilities in receiving dental procedures. 

Objective: To determine the remineralization effects of SDF by analyzing phosphate and carbonate intensity, B-type carbonate substitution and mineral crystallinity in enamel lesions of primary teeth preceded with DDE.

Material and Methods: Twelve primary teeth represented enamel lesions preceded with DDE were recruited in this study. The three parameters were analyzed in sound enamel and enamel lesions using Micro-Raman Spectroscopy before and after 38% SDF application followed by 5-day pH cycle for individuals with high caries risk.

Results: Significant increases were detected on phosphate intensity and mineral crystallinity after the application of 38% SDF compared with enamel lesions at the baseline. Whereas the B-type carbonate substitution was significantly decreased in both sound enamel and enamel lesions after 38% SDF application.

Conclusion: The findings of this study may demonstrate the potential of 38% SDF for remineralization in enamel lesion of developmental defective primary teeth.

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100-105

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©2024Kevin S. Pratama, Nieka A. Wahono, Heriandi Sutadi

DOI

10.15562/jdmfs.v9i2.1735

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