Proposal to fund silver diamine fluoride
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We want your feedback on a proposal to fund silver diamine fluoride for people accessing dental services through Health New Zealand public hospitals, and the ‘Health New Zealand Community Oral Health Service’ for children and some adolescents.
Silver diamine fluoride is a topical dental treatment, combining ionic silver and fluoride. It can stop the progression of existing cavities and reduce tooth sensitivity. It is used in hospitals and community dental clinics and can only be administered by a registered oral health practitioner with the patient or their caregiver’s written consent.
More information about the proposal is available here
The consultation webpage includes an online form for you to provide feedback. The consultation closes 5pm Thursday 30 October.
If the proposal is approved, the funding change would start from 1 December 2025
Ngā mihi,
John Lowe | Therapeutic Group Manager
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Pharmac | Te Pataka Whaioranga
PO Box 10 254, Wellington 6140 | Level 9, 40 Mercer Street, Wellington 6011
P: 0800 660 050 | www.pharmac.govt.nz
