Dental Sealants in Windermere

It’s likely that your family is diligent about prioritizing an at-home oral health routine by brushing after every meal, flossing once a day, and using mouthwash to clean the hard-to-reach areas.

It’s also likely that you’re eating a healthy diet to keep your teeth (and the rest of your body) in great shape. But even with those practices in place, at Parkview Kids Dental & Orthodontics, we know that some people’s teeth that are more prone to decay. Dental sealants are one way you can help protect the smiles of those you love. Here’s how.

Dental sealants are a plastic coating painted onto the back molars in a very thin layer. This layer sticks to all the lumps and bumps on the teeth and creates a physical barrier, protecting teeth from food particles and bacteria that can cause dental issues over time.

Before your dentist applies the sealant, they will make sure that the tooth is perfectly clean. This prevents bacteria from being trapped between the sealant layer and the tooth.

Even if you brush your teeth very carefully, it can be hard to get to food that may be trapped in the crevices of your molars. If that food is not removed, it can lead to decay over time.

Dental sealants create a physical barrier, but they also help to smooth the surface of the teeth. This makes cleaning a bit easier between dentist visits.

Dental sealants can last for up to 10 years. Your dentist will check them during every visit to make sure that they are not cracked or damaged.

Sealants are highly recommended for children and teens, and should be applied as soon as their adult teeth erupt. This helps protect them from early decay and prevents problems later in life.

Some dentists also recommend that younger children get sealants on their baby teeth. If there are a lot of groves in their molars and premolars, this can help to prevent early loss of their baby teeth. Sealants can also help ensure their tooth spacing is correct when it’s time for adult teeth to grow in.