Fight Tooth Decay with Dental Sealants

What is a dental sealant?

A dental sealant is a thin, plastic coating painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth (usually the the premolars and molars) to prevent tooth decay or cavities. The purpose of the sealant is to form a protective shield over the enamel of each tooth by bonding and sealing the depressions and grooves of the teeth where most food and bacteria get trapped.

How long will sealants last?

Sealants can protect the teeth of your children from tooth decay for up to 10 years, however, please visit your dentist regularly to check the sealants for possible chipping or wearing. Your dentist can replace sealants as necessary.

Who should get sealants?

Children and teenagers are the best candidates for sealants. Typically, children should get sealants on their permanent molars and premolars as soon as these teeth come in. In this way, the sealants can protect the teeth through the cavity-prone years of ages 6 to 14.  Adults without decay or fillings in their molars can also benefit from sealants.

How are sealants applied? Is it painful?

Applying sealants is a simple and painless process that will only take your dentist a few minutes to seal each tooth.

How much is the cost of a sealant?

The cost of a dental sealant is very affordable.   To book your appointment, please contact Affinity Dental Clinics Customer Care at Tel. (02) 823-5571, (02) 623-4453, Mobile (0917) 584-6852 or Email customercare@affinitydentalclinics.com.

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