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Scientists find a simple way to stop cavities without drilling

ScienceDailyWednesday, July 29, 2026 at 12:35 PM

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Scientists find a simple way to stop cavities without drilling
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A liquid brushed onto cavities in seconds may spare many young children from pain, infection, and surgery. trial found that silver diamine fluoride stopped decay in more than half of treated baby teeth.

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A liquid brushed onto cavities in seconds may spare many young children from pain, infection, and surgery. trial found that silver diamine fluoride stopped decay in more than half of treated baby teeth.

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