Who should get sealants?
Children should get sealants on their permanent molars as soon as the teeth come in — before decay attacks the teeth. The first permanent molars — called “6 year molars” — come in between the ages of 5 and 7. The second permanent molars — “12 year molars” — come in when a child is between 11 and 14 years old. The other teeth with pits and grooves — called “premolars” or “bicuspids” — right in front of the molars, also may need to be sealed. Teenagers and young adults without decay or fillings in their molars also may get sealants.
Children should get sealants on their permanent molars as soon as the teeth come in, before decay attacks the teeth. The first permanent molars, called “6 year molars”, come in between the ages of 5 and 7. The second permanent molars, “12 year molars”, come in when a child is between 11 and 14 years old. the other teeth with pits and grooves, called “premolars” or “bicuspids”, right in front of the molars, also may need to be sealed.
Children should get sealants on their permanent molars as soon as the teeth come in — before decay attacks the teeth. The first permanent molars — called “6 year molars” — come in between the ages of 5 and 7. The second permanent molars — “12 year molars” — come in when a child is between 11 and 14 years old. The other teeth with pits and grooves — called “premolars” or “bicuspids”– right in front of the molars, also may need to be sealed. Teenagers and young adults without decay or fillings in their molars also may get sealants. • Which teeth are suitable for sealants? Permanent molars are the most likely to benefit from sealant application. First molars usually come into the mouth when a child is about 6 years of age. Second molars appear at about age 12. It is best if the sealant is applied soon after the molars have erupted, before the teeth have a chance to decay. For that reason, children between the ages of 5 and 15 benefit most from sealants. • Should sealants also be pu
