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A simple liquid can stop cavities without drilling, major study confirms

A simple liquid painted onto teeth in seconds can stop cavities without drilling, injections, or anesthesia, according to a major clinical trial involving young children.

✦ Extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting•From 1 source•1 min read•Updated October 26, 2026, 2:41 AM UTC

A simple liquid painted onto teeth in seconds can stop cavities without drilling, injections, or anesthesia, according to a major clinical trial involving young children.

The inexpensive treatment could spare thousands of children painful dental procedures and surgery while paving the way for broader FDA-approved use.

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