Liquid fluoride applied to teeth cuts cavities in children without drilling, major trial shows

A major clinical trial found that applying liquid fluoride directly to children's teeth significantly reduces further tooth decay. The method requires no drilling or anaesthesia, making it far less invasive than conventional treatment. Results suggest the approach could be more widely adopted in paediatric dentistry.

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