In this cross sectional epidemiological study, we aimed to report the prevalence of early
childhood caries (ECC) in children attending kindergartens in Jordan, and its associated risk
factors. We also, aimed to determine the effectiveness of silver diamine fluoride as a caries
control material and its acceptance among parents of children with ECC. Children (n=887) with
mean age 4.64 ± 1.56 were examined. Among this sample there was a number of children (n=159)
who were enrolled in a randomized controlled trial to study silver diamine fluoride efficacy
in caries control. The sample consisted of two groups; the study group (children who received
single spot application of 38% SDF) and control group (children who were examined only).