Dental sealants offer a quick, easy, and painless solution to protect your teeth from decay. These thin, protective coatings are applied by a dentist to the chewing surfaces of your back teeth, creating a durable barrier against bacteria and plaque to help prevent cavities.

Sealants are especially effective on molars, where deep grooves and fissures make them more prone to decay.

Dental Sealants for Children and Teenagers
Dental sealants are a great way to protect kids and teens from cavities, especially between the ages of 6 and 14, when they’re more prone to tooth decay. The application is quick, easy, and pain-free, providing an extra layer of protection during these cavity-prone years.

Dental Sealants for Children with Baby Teeth
If your child has deep grooves in their baby teeth, dental sealants can be helpful. These grooves are more likely to trap food and bacteria, leading to cavities. Sealants help keep baby teeth strong until their permanent teeth come in.

Dental Sealants for Adults
Even adults can benefit from dental sealants, especially if they have deep grooves or areas on their teeth that make them more vulnerable to cavities. If you haven’t had fillings or tooth decay, sealants can provide extra protection to keep your teeth healthy.

Composite Resin Dental Sealants
Composite resin dental sealants are made from a durable plastic material that’s carefully molded to fit the chewing surfaces of your back teeth. These sealants create a strong barrier to protect against food particles, plaque, and bacteria, helping to prevent cavities and tooth decay.

Glass Ionomer Dental Sealants
Glass ionomer dental sealants are made from a mix of glass and organic acid, which allows them to slowly release fluoride over time. Fluoride is a powerful protector against tooth decay. These sealants bond well to your teeth and blend in naturally with your smile, as they are either tooth-colored or clear.

Step 1: Initial Examination
Before applying dental sealants, our dentists will take a close look at your teeth to check for any signs of decay or other issues. This ensures your teeth are healthy and ready for the sealant treatment.

Step 2: Professional Teeth Cleaning
Next, we’ll give your teeth a thorough cleaning to remove any plaque or buildup. Using modern tools, we make sure your teeth are spotless and ready for the sealant to bond effectively.

Step 3: Preparing the Tooth Surface
Once your teeth are clean, we gently roughen the surface with an acidic solution. This step is painless but important, as it helps the sealant adhere better to your teeth.

Step 4: Applying the Dental Sealant
We then apply the dental sealant to the prepared tooth surfaces, focusing on the grooves and cracks. The sealant is applied as a liquid and quickly hardens into a durable protective coating.

Step 5: Hardening the Sealant
Finally, we use a special light to harden the sealant and make sure it’s firmly in place, providing lasting protection against cavities and decay.