What Does Dental Sealant for Children Involve?

Dental sealant for children is a method used to prevent cavities, although it doesn’t eliminate the risk completely. It is a painless procedure, making it easily tolerable for children.

Here’s what the process involves:

Surface Preparation: The dentist cleans the surface of the tooth.

Application: A sealing solution (flavored with mint) is applied to the tooth. This solution is kept in place for a few seconds.

Rinsing: The surface of the tooth is thoroughly rinsed with water.

Check: The dentist ensures that the sealant has been properly applied and has reached all the grooves of the tooth.

Other Benefits of Sealants:

Strengthens the Tooth: Provides additional strength to the tooth.

Barrier Against Bacteria: Acts as a barrier, thickens the enamel, and helps in more effective removal of bacteria.

Aesthetic: The sealant is tooth-colored, making it discreet.

Ease of Cleaning: Creates a smooth, glossy surface that aids in self-cleaning, making it easier to brush.

Sealants are recommended to be applied before the onset of any cavity signs, ideally within the first year after the tooth erupts.

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