Purpose: The aim of this exploratory trial was to compare the 3-month effect of two antimicrobials on the salivary levels of Streptococcus mutans (SM) in children.
Materials And Methods: Ninety school children aged 6-10 years participated. They were divided into two groups according to treatment used: 1% chlorhexidine gel (CHX) or 30% silver diamine fluoride (SDF).