Protocol for “Seal or Varnish?” (SoV) trial: a randomised controlled trial to measure the relative cost and effectiveness of pit and fissure sealants and fluoride varnish in preventing dental decay

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Dental caries remains a significant public health problem, prevalence being linked to social and economic deprivation. Occlusal surfaces of first permanent molars are the most susceptible site in the developing permanent dentition. C...

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Main Authors: Chestnutt Ivor Gordon, Chadwick Barbara Lesley, Hutchings Simon, Playle Rebecca, Pickles Timothy, Lisles Catherine, Kirkby Nigel, Morgan Maria Zeta, Hunter Lindsay, Hodell Ceri, Withers Beverely, Murphy Simon, Morgan-Trimmer Sarah, Fitzsimmons Deborah, Phillips Ceri, Nuttall Jacqueline, Hood Kerenza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-11-01
Series:BMC Oral Health
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Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6831/12/51