| Introduction: Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is an effective and painless alternative to traditional treatment of caries. However, silver ions in SDF leaves a black stain on the decayed portion of the tooth. This study examined parental perceptions and acceptance of SDF treatment for primary teeth.
Methods: A mixed methods approach was used to understand refugee caregivers’ opinions regarding their acceptance of SDF to arrest Early Childhood Caries.
Results: A total of thirty-four refugee parents participated in this study. The majority of participants were unaware of SDF treatment (91.2%). Participants said that they would accept SDF if the dentist recommended it. Factors such as child anxiety, gender, age, parents’ acculturation, knowledge of SDF, and highest educational level were not significantly associated with the parents’ treatment preference (P>0.05).
Conclusion: Most refugee parents were unaware of SDF treatment. When informed, most would agree to treatment, sacrificing aesthetic outcomes for a less invasive procedure. |