Sealing molars with enamel spots: rinsing vs blotting
Part of Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether rinsing off or blotting dry a special silver fluoride liquid before placing a tooth sealant helps the sealant last longer on molars affected by a common condition called molar-incisor hypomineralization. The goal is to find the best way to protect these teeth from cavities.
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Who can take part
- You have a child with a permanent molar that has white, yellow, or brown spots (molar-incisor hypomineralization).
- The molar is fully grown in and needs a protective sealant (a thin coating) to prevent cavities.
- The tooth does not currently have a filling or a cavity.
- Your child is not in braces or other orthodontic treatment right now.
- Your child is generally healthy and does not take daily medicine for a long-term condition.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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