A Cost-Effective Solution for Dental Caries Treatment
Dental caries is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases in the United States.1 Despite continuous efforts, such as increases in funding and the number of oral health professionals, the prevalence of dental caries still remains high. In 2016, 45.8% of youth aged 2 to 19 had experienced caries, while 13% had untreated caries.2 Untreated dental caries in permanent teeth is also one of the most common health conditions among adults in low, middle, and even economically developed countries.2
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