| A dental sealant works like a raincoat for the tooth. Cavities most commonly develop on the biting surfaces of the back teeth (molars and premolars) due to the existence of deep pits and fissures. If these grooves are deep, it is impossible to clean them sufficiently with normal brushing. One way to prevent these areas from getting cavities is to flow a plastic resin into the grooves and thereby stop bacteria and food from reaching these areas. This plastic resin is called a "sealant." Sealants do not require freezing or drilling.
Our goal is to try to help children avoid ever getting cavities by using sealants and encouraging regular check ups that include fluoride treatment and training of home care activities, such as brushing and flossing.
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