Do you want to keep your teeth looking great? The best thing you can do to keep your teeth looking good and functioning well is preventive dental care. Regular habits like brushing, flossing, and dentist visits are relatively simple things you can do that yield big results.
At Badea Dental, we offer many preventive and general dentistry services, including dental sealants that help protect your back teeth to prevent bacteria build-up and deter cavities.
Learn more about dental sealants or call today to set up a consultation at our Austin office.
What Are Dental Sealants?
Dental sealants are a straightforward dental treatment that helps protect your molars and premolars in the back of your mouth. These teeth are often harder to reach when brushing and flossing, so they can more easily accumulate and trap food and bacteria. If they aren’t cleaned properly and regularly, these teeth can be susceptible to cavities and other issues.
Dental sealants are a way to keep these teeth safer. They are thin, liquid coatings that are painted onto the surfaces of your back teeth by a dentist or dental hygienist. Sealants are made of medical-grade resins and glass ionomers. After application, a curing light hardens the sealant so that it can properly protect your teeth from bacteria.
The Dental Sealant Process
The dental sealant procedure is simple and noninvasive. It only takes a few minutes, and you won’t need any medication or numbing.
When your dental care providers apply the sealants they will:
- Clean your teeth thoroughly
- Dry the tooth and use cotton gauze to keep the teeth dry during application
- Apply a small amount of an etching solution that roughens the tooth up, allowing the sealant to bond
- Rinse the etching solution and dry the tooth
- Place the sealant on the teeth using a small brush
- Use a curing light to harden the sealant.
After this, you’ll be able to go about your life as usual with healthier teeth!
Who Can Benefit from Dental Sealants?
Many people can benefit from dental sealant treatment. Dental sealants act as a barrier to protect teeth from decay, particularly in areas that are hard to clean.
Children and Teens
Ideal for young individuals who might find it challenging to clean their back teeth effectively.
Children Ages 6–14
Particularly useful once permanent molars emerge, helping to safeguard against cavities.
Younger Children with Baby Teeth
Sometimes applied to baby teeth in specific cases.
Adults Prone to Decay
Beneficial for adults with a higher risk of tooth decay, due to genetics or other factors.
If you think you or your child could benefit from dental sealants, or if you’re concerned about cavity risk, Badea Dental is here to help. Contact us to learn more about how dental sealants can contribute to maintaining long-term dental health.
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Do you have problems keeping your back teeth free of cavities? Because of the difficult angle, it can definitely be harder to reach those teeth when brushing and flossing, so don’t feel bad. Though it’s a common problem, you don’t have to deal with cavities or other issues on your back teeth anymore, thanks to dental sealants!
Sealants can better protect your teeth and keep them looking great and feeling healthy. Have questions about sealants or want to request a dental cleaning? Contact Badea Dental today to request an appointment!