THE DENTAL SEALANT PROCESS
Having your child’s dental sealant procedure at DentalWorks – Brookfield is a short, risk-free, and easy process that doesn’t necessitate anesthesia. Before sealants are applied, the teeth will be cleaned and polished. This ensures that no bacteria are being sealed into the tooth. If any decay is found, it is removed. Next, the tooth surface is gently roughened where the sealant will be placed and then rinsed and dried thoroughly. Once the tooth is prepped, our dentist will apply the sealant and use a special light to set it, similar to dental bonding.
MAINTAINING YOUR DENTAL SEALANTS
Regular dental hygiene is necessary for your child’s teeth that were covered with dental sealants. Children should brush and floss their teeth daily and have regular dental examinations and routine professional dental cleanings. Your child will benefit from this preventive treatment that has been proven to reduce tooth decay by up to 70%. While sealants are best for children and teenagers, some adults may continue to keep sealants on their teeth if they are prone to tooth decay. Dental sealants can protect teeth from potential tooth decay for up to 10 years. However, they need to be checked for chips or wear and tear at regular dental checkups. We can replace sealants when necessary. There are no known risks or side effects of dental sealants. The American Dental Association deems it a safe treatment option for children, teenagers, and adults.
WILL INSURANCE COVER DENTAL SEALANTS?
Due to the fact that the procedure is preventive, many insurance agencies will cover the cost of sealants for kids and adolescents. Our professional team can help you to learn more about your coverage before you commit to any treatment at our Brookfield,WI office.
LEARN MORE ABOUT DENTAL SEALANTS
DentalWorks – Brookfield is proud to have a substantially trained team of dental professionals that provides superior dental care for the whole family. Our goal is to prevent dental issues from occurring in the first place. Tooth sealants are just one proactive treatment we can provide our patients to keep cavities at bay. To schedule an appointment and learn more about dental sealants, call our Brookfield,WI office today.
Preparing the teeth. The surface of each tooth that is receiving a dental sealant is polished to remove plaque and any food debris from the surface. Next, the tooth is dried and isolated. The surface of the tooth is etched, followed by a rinse, and thorough drying. This etching allows the dental sealant to attach to the teeth.
Application of the dental sealant. The liquid dental sealant material is applied to the surface of the tooth, typically with a brush. A self-curing light is used for approximately 30 seconds to bond the sealant to the tooth surface.
Final evaluation of the dental sealant. The dentist will evaluate the dental sealant and check its occlusion. Once hardened, the dental sealant turns into a clear, hard plastic coating and patients can resume chewing and normal use.
