Centrix SilverSense SDF® - 38% Silver Diamine Fluoride
Transform the Way You Treat Your Patients! SilverSense SDF is an evidence-based solution that helps deliver better patient care by alleviating hypersensitivity and providing benefits that will allow your patients to comfortably wait for restorative treatment. With SilverSense SDF, there is no fear of ‘black teeth’ as it does NOT stain healthy enamel or dentin (though infected lesions may turn darker).
SilverSense SDF helps your patients avoid preventable discomfort and pain.
- Non-invasive procedure means no drilling and no anesthetic. Your patients will love this easy, pain-free solution.
- Perfect for use with Pediatric (primary teeth) and Adult (permanent teeth) patients
- Application is simple, fast, and easy – great for even the most impatient patients.
- Tinted blue for more precise application and to avoid staining unintended surfaces.
- Hardens infected dentin and a restoration may then be placed on top.*
- Cost-effective solution that provides relief to patients who delay restorative treatment.
- 5 mL dropper bottle delivers one 30 µL drop at a time.
- Benda Micro Fine Applicators included!
SilverSense SDF is available in a 1-bottle Standard Kit (with 20 applicators) or a 3-bottle Clinic Kit (with 50 applicators).
*Horst J, Seto J. Silver fluoride as a treatment for the disease dental caries. bioRxiv. 2017 Jun; 152207; doi: https://doi.org/10.1101/152207
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Tempit will mask any discolouration until you are ready to restore!
Apply Tempit
After Application
SDF Treated Tooth
After Restoration
Studies show that SDF does not negatively affect bond strength1,2 so you can restore form and function with the material of your choice; we have guidelines to help.
SDF + FLUORIDE VARNISH = MAXIMUM BENEFIT
The ADA recommends fluoride varnish for high-risk patients. The patients you treat with SilverSense SDF are high-risk and should receive fluoride varnish treatment on all teeth.3,4
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
How often should SilverSense SDF be applied?
This depends on your patient and your schedule. If the tooth is being restored immediately, then no application is likely necessary. If the tooth cannot be restored during the initial appointment but will be restored within a few weeks, then apply SilverSense SDF immediately, and only one application will be needed. If you are waiting long-term to restore the tooth, apply SilverSense SDF every six months until the restoration can be completed. These guidelines will help protect the patient’s teeth and desensitize the application site.
How many treatments can I get from one 5 mL bottle of SilverSense SDF?
Each 5 mL bottle of SilverSense SDF contains approximately 160 drops. With just 1–2 drops needed per treatment, a single bottle can provide approximately 80–160 treatments, making it an economical choice for everyday clinical use.
Will SilverSense SDF turn my patients’ teeth black?
No, SilverSense SDF will not turn your patients’ teeth black. Healthy dentin and enamel will not be stained, only infected lesions will turn darker. As you know, infected lesions in most cases are already dark; SDF may turn the lesion darker. The misconception about SDF ‘turning teeth black’ comes from pediatric cases with full coronal involvement.
Can I restore after treatment with SilverSense SDF?
Yes, you can, and should, restore the tooth after desensitizing with SilverSense SDF. Researchers report that SDF does not negatively affect bond strength1 and restorative treatment is necessary to restore the form and function of the tooth, eliminate food traps, and improve cleanability and aesthetics. Keep in mind that free silver may lead to darkening of the restoration and/or margins after light curing. There are a few ways to address this issue including clean margins, sandwich technique, and opaquers.
Should I apply fluoride varnish after SDF treatment?
Yes, you should! Research shows that a fluoride varnish application is needed and beneficial to help protect the rest of your patient’s teeth. What’s more, a great-tasting varnish like ipana Fluoride Varnish will help mask the ammonia taste your patients might notice upon application.
Should I use an informed consent form for SDF treatment?
Many offices like to have patients sign consent forms, so they are aware of the treatment they are going to receive and the alternatives. The consent form you choose is up to you, here are several we found that are patient-friendly and clear for all parties - centrixdental.com. Our thanks to the professionals who allow us to share links to the consent forms they use.