60
Participants
Start Date
February 8, 2018
Primary Completion Date
January 31, 2020
Study Completion Date
March 31, 2020
Laser
CO2 - 9.3μm short-pulsed laser irradiation will occur on the occlusal enamel surface. This results in changes in crystal composition and structure, which increase the resistance of dental mineral to dissolution by acid and will work to better prevent dental caries in the occlusal surface of vital teeth when compared to fluoride therapy alone over 12 months.
Fluoride
The Fluoride varnish is painted on the occlusal surface of the tooth. Fluoride varnish makes enamel more acid resistant.
UCSF School of Dentistry - Dental Offices in Bay Area, San Francisco
University of California, San Francisco
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