General Knowledge On Sealants

Brushing & flossing is not enough:

Cavities are very common especially in children. There’s no other option left for parents, other than using fluoride, diluted in water or with toothpaste. But that isn’t enough to fight against all the decayed teeth. Some teeth are in tricky areas (molars & premolars) of your mouth where brush cannot reach easily. Dentists say applying dental sealants on your teeth will help in protecting you against decays caused by bacteria.

Dental hurdles for bacteria

Cleaning the last tooth is a tuff task for a toothbrush. Everyday brushing doesn’t mean that person has safe from cavities. Dentists can apply plastic resins on pits & fissures of the affected ones. This enamel is a invisible barrier that will protect your teeth from plaque & decay. The process begins with applying the acid solution on the surface of your teeth. Within few minutes the sealant seals the teeth.

Proper schedule for applying sealants especially for babies

Sealants are the solutions that are even feasible for babies. As soon as the molars are erupted, dentists can apply sealant on the first set molar for protecting them from decaying. The second round arrives in adulthood at that time they can reapply.

Sealants don’t last forever

If it has taken long years since you have applied sealants, then you may requirement of reapplications. At the time of biannual check up Dentists will take in to consideration the condition of the sealant applied & then plan for reapplication. If the sealants are damaged, the areas may get affected.

Adults are also invited

Application of sealants is not only for kids or adolescents, even adults can ask for help. For proper guidance & information adults need to consult their dentists.

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