Indigenous community members' views on silver diamine fluoride to manage early childhood caries.

Grace Kyoon-AchanRobert J SchrothDaniella DeMaréMelina SturymJeannette EdwardsJosée G LavoieJulianne SanguinsRhonda CampbellFrances ChartrandMary F BertoneSarbjeet SinghMichael E K Moffattnull null

Published in: Journal of public health dentistry (2020)

Indigenous parents' acceptance of SDF as a treatment option is contingent on having more information and assurance that treatment under GA can be avoided. Understanding Indigenous parents' views may ensure better acceptance of SDF as a minimally invasive treatment option to manage ECC. A cautious and informative approach to SDF implementation in Indigenous communities is recommended.

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