This newspaper article starts with a great hook by mentioning a dentist who recently received her first shipment of a “new, non-invasive treatment for tooth decay called silver diamine fluoride (SDF).” The author explains that, when applied to a cavity affected tooth, SDF (which is delivered in a liquid form) stops decay by killing cariogenic bacteria, remineralizes tooth structure, thus eliminating the need for “drilling and filling”. Disadvantages of SDF usage are briefly presented at the end of the article, but are effective in giving the reader a fair perspective by mentioning relevant information regarding SDF limitations. According to the author, adverse side effects of SDF treatment include: teeth structure staining, and lack of aesthetics.
