this paper presents a review of the literature on clinical trials with Atraumatic Restorative Treatment. The available scientific
literature is encouraging in terms of management of dental caries by this approach, especially for one-surface lesions. The
steps of ART are described and the crucial points highlighted. The incorporation of ART into primary health care services, as
Family Health Program – PSF, was considered.
Uniterms: Atraumatic Restorative Treatment; Clinical trials, failures; Health care services.