Dental sealants near Eastvale are plastic thin layers similar to the composite that is applied to the chewing surfaces of molars and premolars and subsequent pits of upper incisors with a purely preventive objective since its application is to suppress the formation of bacteria and its immediate consequence: tooth decay. The grooves, pits and fissures provide ideal spaces or niches for colonization of microorganisms that cause decay. These grooves are of such small size that they prevent the toothbrush from removing plaque and decay producing microorganisms, which are still releasing enamel-destroying acids and increasing the destruction of the tooth. Sealants are able to transform these deep depressions into smoother areas designed for better and easier cleaning.
Dental sealants are given in:
- Permanent molars and in premolars as well as newly erupted deciduous teeth.
- Teens and young adults who are prone to tooth decay.
- Patients with drugs that reduce saliva (xerostomia) as people who have low salivary flow are more prone to decay by not having the buffering action of saliva.
- Patients with diets high in carbohydrates and sugars.
- Patients with mental or physical disabilities who have more difficulty cleaning their mouth.
Dental sealants for kids near Eastvale are applied using a simple, painless and non-invasive technique. It is also a quick treatment application that provides great prevention of tooth decay for a long time. As pediatric dentistry treatment is carried out in children and is painless, it is a good time to introduce your child to dental care in a very pleasant way. In addition to being a material of the same color of the tooth, they are aesthetically acceptable to the patient. It is important to note that if you attach dental sealants for the prevention of tooth decay, you should never neglect oral hygiene and regular check-ups with your dentist. Sealants only protect the pit and fissure, not the rest of tooth surfaces such as the neck, free faces and contact points (cavities between teeth). Therefore, it is advisable to make regular reviews with a dentist.
This technique is quick and easy and is generally well accepted by the patient. It is composed of adhesive resins to fill the defects of teeth. The durability of this treatment depends on several factors including the depth of the grooves, stringency of laying techniques and material quality. To learn more, contact Kids Dental Specialists today.
