Editorial: The Use of Bioactive Materials in Caries Management

Mary Anne Melo,Hamdi Hosni Hamama,May Lei Mei,Kai Chun Li

doi:10.3389/froh.2022.832285

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Abstract

Looking to discuss the global policies, guidelines, and relevant information on utilizing SDF for caries management, Gao et al . provide an overview of SDF use in different countries and allow dental professionals to obtain a general idea about SDF use worldwide. The authors concluded that at least two ongoing regional-wide large-scale oral health programs using SDF as one of the components to manage dental caries in young children (one in Hong Kong and one in Mongolia). Because SDF treatment does not require caries removal, it is simple, non-invasive, and inexpensive. Thus, SDF is a valuable strategy for caries management in young children, older adults, and patients with special needs. In addition, to reduce the risk of bacteria or virus transmission in dental settings, using SDF as a non-aerosol-producing procedure should be emphasized under the COVID-19 outbreak.We hope that this work set will stimulate further research on the development of bioactive materials for dental applications by providing an overview of the latest and most exciting advances in emerging approaches for bioactivity. In addition, this topic may help readers to understand the basics and latest developments in this field.The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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Specialty section: This article was submitted to Preventive Dentistry, a section of the journal Frontiers in Oral Health
In the Research Topic “The Use of Bioactive Materials in Caries Management,” studies related to bioactive materials including fluoride, calcium phosphate products, peptides, antimicrobial agents, remineralizing agents on caries management were discussed
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Specialty section: This article was submitted to Preventive Dentistry, a section of the journal Frontiers in Oral Health. The Use of Bioactive Materials in Caries Management Contemporary caries management philosophy has changed from the traditional surgical approach to a medical model [1]. This approach often includes dietary analysis and advice, oral hygiene instruction, placement of fissure sealants, and the use of bioactive materials, including fluoride therapy, calcium phosphate products, peptides, bioactive glass and antimicrobial agents.

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