Sealants River Vale NJ
Sealants River Vale NJ
Dentists apply a sealant to a patient’s teeth to prevent decay. Molars, premolars and other teeth that have deep grooves can trap food and invite cavities. Sealants are a preventative measure since these teeth with deep grooves are challenging to keep clean.
After a sealant, you’ll find your teeth are smoother and easier to clean. While a sealant provides protection for many years, you should continue to visit your dentist regularly. At each visit, your dental health team will check the sealant for cracks or chips.
Reasons to Get a Sealant
Children and teens are the most likely to get sealants. Once a child’s permanent back teeth come in, your dentist might recommend sealants to protect these teeth throughout the cavity-prone ages of 6-16 as children learn to clean their teeth properly.
Another reason for a sealant is if a child’s baby teeth have deep grooves in them. This leaves your child prone to cavities, even with the best oral hygiene habits.
Finally, even adults can be great candidates for sealants. When there are deep grooves or depressions in your teeth, a sealant can make brushing easier and prevent cavities.
What’s the Process for Getting a Sealant?
A dentist or hygienist can apply a sealant in just a few minutes. Here’s what you can expect as a River Vale NJ resident if you’re getting a sealant.
- The dental health professional will clean the tooth and the surrounding area.
- They will place cotton around the area to keep it dry.
- Then, your dental health team will apply a solution that ensures the sealant adheres to your tooth.
- Next, they rinse and dry the area again.
- They’ll carefully paint the sealant material onto the tooth’s surface, covering grooves and depressions.
- The sealant will then harden, or the dental health professional will apply a curing light that aids in the hardening process.
After your sealant, you should still keep up a healthy oral hygiene routine and eat a balanced diet. Your dentist will want to see you again in six months to provide another cleaning and any other preventative care to keep your smile looking and feeling great.
Contact us to learn more about our sealant services for River Vale NJ residents, or schedule an appointment.
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