Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 8, 2026
Oral Biofilm Formation on Different Materials for Dental Implants
Published on: June 24, 2018
Titanium tetrafluoride and dental caries: a systematic review
Rubiane Diógenes Alves1, Tatyana Maria Silva de Souza, Kenio Costa de Lima
1Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Brazil. rubiane.rn@ig.com.br
Titanium tetrafluoride shows potential as a caries preventive agent. However, limited high-quality clinical studies prevent definitive conclusions on its effectiveness against dental caries.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Preventive Dentistry
- Cariology
Background:
- Dental caries remains a significant public health concern.
- Preventive strategies are crucial for caries management.
- Titanium tetrafluoride (TiF4) has been investigated for its potential anticariogenic properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the effectiveness of titanium tetrafluoride (TiF4) as a preventive or cariostatic agent against dental caries.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was conducted in MEDLINE, LILACS, and BBO databases.
- Search terms included "titanium tetrafluoride" and relevant language filters.
- Out of 42 identified studies, only 2 in vivo studies met the selection criteria.
Main Results:
- Both selected studies indicated that titanium tetrafluoride was effective against caries.
- However, the clinical studies were of questionable quality and validity.
Conclusions:
- The current evidence is insufficient to definitively conclude the clinical effectiveness of titanium tetrafluoride against caries.
- Further high-quality clinical trials are needed to validate these findings.
More Related Videos
07:42Quasistatic Mechanical Testing for Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing Occlusal Veneers Cemented to Milled Dentin Analog Material
Published on: December 20, 2024
08:20Systematic Approach to Identify Novel Antimicrobial and Antibiofilm Molecules from Plants' Extracts and Fractions to Prevent Dental Caries
Published on: March 31, 2021
Related Concept Videos
01:15Teeth
In the bud stage, the tooth germ (an aggregation of cells) starts to form in the developing jawbone. During the cap stage, the tooth germ differentiates into enamel organ, dental papilla, and dental sac, which will later develop into the tooth's enamel, dentin and...
01:21Tooth Anatomy
The Crown, Neck, and Root
The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or grinding food.