Silver Diamine Fluoride Edmonton is a quick, minimally invasive treatment that can help arrest or slow the progression of active tooth decay. It is applied directly to the affected area and can often be provided without drilling or local anaesthetic.
At Yours Dental Hygiene Clinic, we offer SDF as a conservative option for patients who may benefit from a gentle approach to managing certain areas of tooth decay. The solution combines silver, which has antibacterial properties, with fluoride, which strengthens the remaining tooth structure.
It does not replace a filling in every case. What it does is stop or slow decay quickly and comfortably, which can be exactly what is needed for a young child, an older adult, a patient with dental anxiety, or anyone who needs time to plan long-term care.
During your appointment, the tooth is cleaned and dried, and the SDF solution is carefully applied to the affected tooth surface with a small brush. It sets within a minute or two. There is no drilling, no needle and no recovery time, and most patients feel nothing at all.
Your dental professional will discuss whether SDF is appropriate for you and explain the benefits, limitations and alternatives before treatment.
SDF can cause the treated decayed area to become dark or black. Healthy enamel does not stain, but the cavity itself turns permanently dark. This is why SDF is most often used on back teeth, baby teeth, root surfaces and in situations where stopping decay matters more than appearance.
We show you exactly where the darkening would be and talk it through before you decide.
SDF can help slow or arrest the progression of certain cavities and may provide additional time to plan appropriate long-term dental care. It is often a good fit for:
SDF works alongside the rest of your hygiene plan:
Fluoride varnish to protect surrounding enamel
SDF may be an option when:
At Yours Dental Hygiene Clinic, our goal is to provide comfortable, preventive and minimally invasive dental hygiene care tailored to your individual needs. Open seven days a week in southeast Edmonton with direct billing and CDCP coverage.
