What is the life expectancy of tooth sealants?
The longevity of sealants varies. Sealants that have remained in place for three to five years would be considered successful, however, sealants can last much longer. It is not uncommon to see sealants placed during childhood still intact on the teeth of adults. Our office will check your child’s sealants during routine dental visits and will recommend repair or reapplication when necessary.
The longevity of sealants varies. Sealants that have remained in place for three to five years would be considered successful, however, sealants can last much longer. It is not uncommon to see sealants placed during childhood still intact on the teeth of adults. Our office will check your child’s sealants during routine dental visits and will recommend repair or reapplication when necessary.
A. The longevity of sealants can vary. Sealants which have remained in place for three to five years would be considered successful, however, sealants can last much longer. It is not uncommon to see sealants placed during childhood still intact on the teeth of adults. Our office will check your child s sealants during routine dental visits and will recommend repair or reapplication when necessary.
A. The longevity of sealants can vary. Success depends on many factors, such as patient cooperation. Sealants which have remained in place for three to five years are considered to be successful. Our office will check your child’s sealants during routine dental visits and will recommend repair or reapplication when necessary.
A. The longevity of sealants can vary. Sealants which have remained in place for three to five years would be considered successful; however, sealants can last much longer. It is not uncommon to see sealants placed during childhood still intact on the teeth of adults. Our office will check your child s sealants during routine dental visits and will recommend repair or reapplication when necessary. Patients who consume large amounts of sugary liquids, have acid reflux, grind their teeth, or eat ice will need to have the sealants replaced frequently.
