What are dental sealants and how do they work?
Sealants are clear or shaded plastic that are applied to the teeth to help keep them cavity-free. Sealants fill in the crevasses, grooves and chewing surfaces of the teeth, which are hard to clean. This shuts out food particles that get stuck between the teeth and cause cavities. Fast and comfortable to apply, sealants can effectively protect teeth for many years.
Sealants are clear or white plastic applied to the teeth to help prevent cavities. Sealants fill in the grooved and pitted surfaces of the teeth, which are hard to clean, and shut out food particles that could get caught, causing cavities. Fast and comfortable to apply, sealants can effectively protect teeth for many years. They are meant to help prevent cavities, but do not eliminate the possibility of getting cavities. You still need to brush and floss regularly.
Sealants are clear or shaded plastic applied to the teeth to help keep them cavity-free. Sealants fill in the grooved and pitted surfaces of the teeth, which are hard to clean, and shut out food particles that could get caught, causing cavities. Fast and comfortable to apply, sealants can effectively protect teeth for many years. Sealants are helpful for the baby (primary) and permanent teeth.
Sealants are clear or shaded plastic painted onto the teeth to help prevent cavities. Sealants fill in the grooved and pitted surfaces of the teeth, which are hard to clean, and shut out food particles that could get caught, causing cavities. Fast and comfortable to apply, sealants can effectively protect teeth for many years.
