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Sometimes brushing is not enough especially for children. Every child has hard-to-reach area in their mouth and brushing doesn't always fully clean those difficult places. When that happens, your child is at risk for tooth decay. Using sealants on teeth gives your child an extra line of defense against tooth decay.

Dental sealants is a plastic resin that bonds to the deep grooves and pits of your tooth's chewing surface. When sealing a tooth, the grooves and pits of your teeth are filled and the tooth surface becomes smoother and less likely to harbor plaque. With sealants, tooth brushing becomes easier and more effective against tooth decay.

Sealants generally last from 2 to 4 years. However, it is fairly commonly to see adults with sealants still intact from their childhood. A dental sealant only provides protection when it is fully intact so if your sealant comes off you must let your dentist know immediately.

Before sealant placement

After sealant placement