Dental Sealants in Auburn, AL
Want to ensure your teeth are as protected as possible? At Central Park Dental Care, we believe prevention is an essential part of effective dental care and recommend that most of our patients receive tooth sealants to help protect them from bacteria overgrowth, dental decay, and cavities.
About Our Auburn Tooth Sealants Treatment
A tooth sealant is a plastic material which is applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth to create a protective barrier which can help prevent decay and cavities. Due to the fact that everyone has pits, grooves and depressions on the chewing surfaces of their teeth, debris, and bacteria often get trapped increasing a patient’s risk of bacteria growth, decay, and cavity formation. Wondering what to expect with our dental sealants in Auburn?
- Your teeth will be thoroughly cleaned and dried.
- An acidic gel is applied to the teeth surfaces to roughen them and help the sealant bond with the teeth.
- Your teeth will be thoroughly rinsed and dried.
- The sealant is then quickly applied to the teeth, and blue light is used to bond the sealant to the teeth, creating a protective barrier.
Benefits of Dental Sealants
Many people think tooth sealants treatment is only recommended for children and young teens. However, everyone is susceptible to dental decay. Our Auburn dental sealants have a variety of benefits which include:
- Seals pits, grooves and depressions on teeth
- Reduces bacteria growth
- Reduces risk of decay and cavities
- Prevents the need for invasive, costly dental procedures
Schedule Your Auburn Dental Sealant Appointment
Think you or a loved one would benefit from our dental sealants in Auburn? Contact Central Park Dental Care today to schedule your appointment. We’re always accepting new patients and look forward to protecting your pearly whites.
FAQs
Dental sealants are protective coatings put to the chewing surfaces of molars and premolars to stop cavities by sealing out food crumbs and bacteria.
Sealants act as a barrier that fills in the grooves and pits on back teeth, making them easier to clean with brushing and helping to “seal out” decay-causing substances.
Children and teenagers with newly erupted permanent molars benefit most, but adults without decay or fillings in their back teeth can also receive sealants to help protect against cavities.
No, applying dental sealants is a quick, painless process that doesn’t involve drilling or anesthesia; it can usually be completed in a single visit.
Sealants typically last several years (often around 3–5 years or longer) but should be checked timely by your dentist to make sure they remain intact.
Yes, adults can benefit from dental sealants if their back teeth are free of decay and have deep grooves that could trap bacteria and food particles.
No, sealants are a preventive measure that complements regular brushing, flossing, and dental checkups; they don’t replace good oral hygiene habits.
Many dental insurance plans pay for sealants, especially for children, but coverage can vary. It’s best to check with your provider and your dental office prior to treatment.
Sealants are usually recommended as soon as a child’s permanent molars come in, often around ages 6 and 12, to protect teeth during cavity-prone years.
If a sealant becomes damaged or worn, visit your dentist so they can repair or replace it and maintain protection against tooth decay.
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