Would Dental Sealants Help Me?
Find out if this preventive treatment is the best way to protect teeth from decay.
We are always looking for ways to protect our smiles from the perils of decay. Of course, besides brushing and flossing, you may want to turn to other methods for ensuring that your smile stays healthy. Our dentists at Miracle Dentistry in Cooper City, FL, and serving Pembroke Pines are here to provide more information about dental sealants, how they work to protect teeth from decay and whether they are the right approach for your smile.
What are dental sealants?
When you chew your food it’s mostly the molars and back teeth doing the work. If you were to check out these teeth in the mirror you would see all the little grooves. These are dangerous areas, as food and plaque can easily nestle within these grooves. While brushing and flossing can certainly help keep these problems at bay, sometimes it’s worth it to add another layer of protection against decay. This is where dental sealants come in.
This special tooth-colored plastic is sealed over the chewing surfaces of back teeth to act as a barrier to prevent decay from getting trapped in these nooks and grooves. Our Pembroke Pines, FL, family dentists will often recommend this preventive option to children and teens; however, adults can also choose to get dental sealants.
How do I get dental sealants?
This procedure is extremely fast and completely painless, making it a great option for even those who may have anxiety surrounding dental procedures. No drilling, anesthesia or needles are required. In fact, you can even get dental sealants during your next dental cleaning.
Once your teeth have been cleaned, we will paint the sealant over the surface of your teeth, where the material will bond with the enamel. A special dental light will then be directed over the tooth, which will harden the material into place. Once the sealant is hardened it will start working to protect your teeth from decay.
Just remember that sealants don’t mean that you can brush and floss only when you feel like it, load up on sugar and junk food, or come in less frequently for routine dental care. Sealants are certainly a great way to maintain a healthy smile but you will still need to maintain good oral hygiene.
If you are worried about decay and want to find out if dental sealants can help, then call Miracle Dental Center in Cooper City, FL, and serving Pembroke Pines. Sealants can be a wonderful option for children, teens but also adults. Call us today to learn more.
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