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Learn About Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are a thin, protective coating made from plastic or other dental materials, designed to adhere easily to the chewing surface of your back teeth. This treatment is suitable for patients of all ages, but it is especially common for children. You can conveniently have this treatment done during your routine dental cleaning and exam.
The Benefits of Dental Sealants at Castlewood Dental
Helps You Avoid Cavities
Dental sealants can reduce cavity occurrence by 80% for up to 2 years and by 50% for up to 4 years.
Long-lasting Protection
Sealants can last up to 9 years and can be easily replaced with proper care.
Especially Great for Children
Children without sealants are three times more likely to develop cavities than those with sealants.
Fast, Painless, Easy Application
The thin liquid coating is painted on and solidifies in about one minute—simple and quick!
Who Can Benefit From Dental Sealants?
Some safe options include:
- School-age children
- Adults who are cavity-prone
- Anyone who wants an added layer of protection against decay
What to Expect During a Dental Sealant Treatment?
A dental sealant is like a small plastic filling, but no numbing is needed since tooth enamel doesn’t have nerves.
- We’ll start by examining the tooth or teeth to be sealed. If decay is found, we'll remove it.
- Next, we'll apply a solution to help the sealant material bond to the tooth surface.
- Then, we'll paint the sealant on and use a special curing light to set it. That’s it!