Fissure sealants dentist in London

To protect your child’s teeth from decay, your dentist will usually use a sealant. Application of these sealants is painless and safe. They form a tough shield on the surface of the teeth, preventing bacteria and food from getting lodged in the small grooves that could potentially lead to tooth decay.

It is common for sealants to be applied on the premolars and molars. These teeth are the ones with the most fissures and pits on their surfaces. After examining all your teeth, your dentist will recommend which teeth are good candidate for sealants. Teeth with deep fissures and grooves will most likely require sealants.

Sealing your teeth is straightforward and quick, taking just a couple of minutes for each tooth. Of course, before applying the sealant, the tooth will be cleaned and prepared. After completely drying the tooth, the liquid sealant will be applied and then allowed to harden – usually using a UV light source. The entire procedure is painless and you will not feel any difference.

Fissure and Pit Sealants

Although sealants are known to endure for many years, your dentist should check on them regularly to find out if they are still intact. Sometimes, they could be worn out and your dentist will have to replace or add more sealant, to prevent tooth decay from starting.

Sealants are usually applied when permanent teeth is beginning to show. Children between the ages of six and seven are the ideal candidates. The other teeth will be sealed as well and these teeth usually show at the age of eleven to fourteen years old.

To know more about the benefits of sealants, ask your dentist. They could also tell you when your children would require sealants

 

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