Healthy mouths are important even for babies and young children. That’s why leading dentistry and health organizations recommend children see a dentist by age 1. But many kids aren’t getting to the dentist that early. On average, kids in South Dakota don’t visit the dentist until age 3. But they may see their medical provider […]
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Fact Check: How Does Silver Diamine Fluoride Work?
Cavities are usually treated by drilling out the decay and using a dental filling, which can be an unpleasant experience. But what if a drill and needle weren’t needed? Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) may be the answer. What is silver diamine fluoride? SDF is a liquid substance made of four parts: silver, water, fluoride, and […]
Oral Health
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South Dakota
Delta Dental of South Dakota Trains Health Care Providers to Fight Childhood Tooth Decay through Partners for Prevention
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Fact Check: How Does Silver Diamine Fluoride Work?
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