It is important to protect the teeth of children, even their children's teeth, because the health of the oral cavity covers much more. The gums and skeletal structure must also be protected from infection. Sealing teeth, the risk of cavities — and, therefore, infections and decay — is reduced, leading to a healthy mouth and a happier child.
What is dental sealants?
These are thin plastic coatings painted directly on the chewing surfaces of the teeth, especially the molars and premolars. The goal is to seal the area, creating an invisible barrier that keeps food from tiny crevices. It also prevents bacteria from interacting with tooth enamel.
This preventive service works well to prevent tooth decay. In the presence of a transparent coating, the probability that the cavity will develop will be less. Dental sealants form a shield so that even if the child misses certain areas while brushing and brushing his teeth, the level of protection is still in place.
Moles, in particular, are simply cavities. The use of this coating is an effective way to keep the molars unchanged and without cavities during childhood. Some studies show that they can reduce the risk of decay in molars by up to 80 percent. A child with fewer cavities and mouth infections usually has fewer oral problems in adults.
How do they protect teeth?
It's simple. The plastic coating sticks to the tooth so that food cannot come into direct contact with the enamel. This means that acids found in foodstuffs and created by bacteria cannot wear out enamel. The surface of the tooth remains unchanged and healthy.
While dental sealants are available for children and adults, pediatric dentists recommend them. The application is simple and much easier and faster than filling the cavity. This is a painless procedure that involves cleaning and drying each tooth before applying the finished gel. After a few seconds, the gel is washed, and the teeth are processed again. Then a plastic coating is applied, and a special blue light is used to harden the material.
Are there any side effects?
This is a very safe procedure with no known serious side effects. A notable exception is a possible pre-existing allergy to plastic material, but this is very rare.
How often should they be reapplied?
Another great thing about this therapy is that dental sealants can last for years, which means that your child doesn’t have to spend much time returning to the dentist. The material is strong and durable, usually lasts several years before reapplication is required.
Sometimes one or two teeth need to be reapplied before the others do. In these cases, the dentist can quickly treat only the affected areas.
Cleaning and cleaning are still important.
While sealants are effective, they do not replace regular cleaning and cleaning. They also do not replace routine inspection and cleaning. All these measures work together to keep children in the cavity as long as possible. Learning good oral care at a young age is a healthy habit that will benefit you for life.
