Dufour Dental Hygiene believes prevention and early intervention are key to maintaining healthy, strong teeth.
Cavity Arrest Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that helps stop tooth decay in its tracks and prevent further damage — all while relieving discomfort and supporting better long-term oral health.
Cavity Arrest Therapy is a technique used to halt the progression of tooth decay without the immediate need for drilling, fillings, or more invasive treatments.
It works by applying special medicated agents, such as silver diamine fluoride (SDF), directly to areas of early decay. These materials strengthen the tooth, kill bacteria, and protect the affected area — preventing cavities from getting worse.
This therapy is especially useful in cases where traditional dental treatments may be delayed, where patients have anxiety about dental procedures, or where preserving as much of the natural tooth structure as possible is the priority.
Effectively halts the progression of cavities at an early stage.
No drilling, anesthesia, or uncomfortable procedures required.
Treatment can often be completed in just a few minutes during a hygiene visit.
Helps relieve tooth sensitivity associated with exposed or damaged areas.
A preventive approach that can help avoid more expensive restorative treatments in the future.
Beneficial for children, adults, seniors, and those with special healthcare needs.
We may recommend cavity arrest therapy if you:
It can also be used in combination with other treatments to enhance the success of your overall oral health plan.
In some cases, the treated area may darken slightly in color — a sign that the decay has been stopped — but this can later be addressed cosmetically if desired.
Dufour Dental Hygiene believes saving and preserving your natural teeth is always the best option.
Cavity Arrest Therapy gives you a proactive, minimally invasive way to manage tooth decay — and maintain a healthier smile for life.
