Dental Sealants

One of the ways to protect the teeth from decay is by applying sealants at the groove or fissures of your molars or premolar. Since molars and premolars are the teeth we use to chew our food and have tiny grooves that are too small for toothbrushes to clean, they have been the favorite hiding place for leftover food and cavity-causing bacteria. When left unattended, these teeth can start to decay.

With dental sealants, you can add a protective layer to your teeth to reduce the risk of decay and prevent early occlusal caries, as it keeps leftover food and bacteria out from the teeth’ pits and fissures. Dental sealants are a thin, plastic coating added on the chewing surfaces of the teeth to act as a protective shield over the teeth’ enamel. Applying dental sealants is a simple and pain-free process conducted by a dentist, dental therapist, or oral health therapist. Dental sealants usually last for up to 10 years, but they still need to be regularly checked to see whether the sealant is starting to wear or chip.

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