Micro-invasive treatment (proximal sealing or resin infiltration): resin sealant, glass ionomer sealant, polyurethane/adhesive patch, or resin infiltration vs Non-invasive / control treatment
Caries (lesion) progression (radiographic) · Dentate children and adults with non-cavitated proximal caries lesions extending into enamel or dentine (not pulp) in primary or permanent…
Micro-invasive treatment (proximal sealing or resin infiltration):… probably leads to lower caries (lesion) progression measured by digital subtraction… compared with non-invasive measures (e.g. fluoride varnish, flossing/oral hygiene… (moderate certainty).
1 finding from 1 review
- Micro‐invasive interventions for managing proximal dental decay in primary and permanent teeth 2015 · Cochrane All outcomes12 to 18 months (radiographic follow-up)OR 0.18 [0.06, 0.50]3 studiesModerate