Fluoride varnish vs Fissure sealant (resin-based or glass ionomer)
Caries incidence (proportion of enrolled children developing dentin caries, ICDAS 4-6) · Generally healthy children aged 6 to 9 years with at least one fully erupted first permanent molar with deep fissures or early enamel…
Fluoride varnish and fissure sealant did not differ significantly in the proportion of children developing caries at 2 to 3 years (RR 1.12, 95% CI 0.60 to 2.09; 2 RCTs; ungraded).
1 finding from 1 review
- Comparison between Fissure Sealant and Fluoride Varnish on Caries Prevention for First Permanent Molars: a Systematic… 2020 All outcomes2 to 3 yearsRR 1.12 [0.60, 2.09]2 studies · 1072 participantsGRADE not reported