Glass ionomer cement (GIC) sealants on first primary molars failed to reduce caries experience among Welsh preschoolers
Original Article
Chadwick BL, Treasure ET. A randomised controlled trial to determine the effectiveness of glass ionomer sealants in pre-school children. Caries Res 2005;39(1):34-40.
Level of Evidence
1b
Purpose/Question
The purpose of this study was to ascertain if GIC sealants in primary molars in preschool children (18 to 30 months of age) reduce fissure caries incidence rate in either first molars or across the entire dentition, and to establish sealant retention over time.
Source of Funding
Government
Type of Study/Design
Randomized controlled trial
Oral Health Research Institute, Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, Indiana University/Purdue University at Indianapolis School of Dentistry Indianapolis, Indiana
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