Silver diamine fluoride versus atraumatic restorative treatment for management of childhood caries: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Key Points

• Silver diamine fluoride effectively reduces childhood caries progression, showing significant treatment outcomes in various studies.
• In multiple trials analyzing treatment methods, silver diamine fluoride had a notable efficacy rate of 70% in caries management.
• This systematic review and meta-analysis compiles evidence from various studies to evaluate treatment effectiveness across populations.
• Findings highlight the potential of silver diamine fluoride as a viable alternative to atraumatic restorative treatment for managing caries.