Why Aren't dentists using this No-Drill tooth decay treatment for kids?
NCT ID NCT07405437
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study surveys general dentists in two UK regions to understand their knowledge and use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF), a liquid that stops tooth decay without drilling or needles. Researchers aim to identify barriers like training gaps or cost that prevent wider use in children. The goal is to help more dentists adopt this quick, painless treatment to improve kids' oral health.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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34 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Mar 2025
- Expected to finish
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Sep 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
General dental practitioners in Lothian, Scotland and Yorkshire, England
- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * GDPs currently practicing in Lothian \& Yorkshire * General dental practitioners registered with the General Dental Council Exclusion Criteria: * General dental practioners out with Lothian and Yorkshire General dental practitioners who do not see paediatric patients. * General dental practitioners who do not offer NHS services. * General dental practitioners who are no longer practicing. * Those on the specialist registers * Other dental care professions or dental students
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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NHS Lothian
Edinburgh, United Kingdom