Remineralization effects when using different methods to apply fluoride varnish .

Journal: Journal of dental sciences
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Abstract

BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: Remineralization efficacy for early caries lesion may change when fluoride varnish (FV) is applied directly or indirectly to the lesion. This study compared direct and indirect remineralization efficacies of FV on artificial caries lesions and evaluated acid-resistance of lesion remineralized by FV and artificial saliva.

Authors

  • Han-Na Kim
    Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Cheongju University, Daesung-ro 298, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju, 28503, South Korea.
  • Jin-Bom Kim
    Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Pusan National University, Busandaehak-ro 49, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, 50612, South Korea.
  • Seung-Hwa Jeong
    Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Pusan National University, Busandaehak-ro 49, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, 50612, South Korea.

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