A liquid treatment to prevent cavities from braces
Treatments studied
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests a special liquid (silver diamine fluoride) painted on teeth to prevent early cavities (white spots) that often appear after braces. If you are getting braces, this treatment might help keep your teeth healthier during treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are about to get braces on the front of your teeth.
- You have never had braces before.
- You do not smoke.
- You have no untreated cavities, fillings, or enamel defects on the front surfaces of your teeth.
- You are generally healthy.
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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