Dental Sealants
Dental Sealants for Kids in Worthington OH
Dental sealants are colorless or shaded coating bonded to the chewing surface of the posterior teeth. During the development of the tooth, the cusps fuse together forming the chewing surface of the molar and premolar teeth. Due to variations in this process, the chewing surface typically contains multiple pits and fissures, many microscopic in size. Even if your child meticulously flosses and brushes, it is difficult, if not impossible to thoroughly clean these tiny grooves and crevices. The toothbrush bristle is physically too large and does not fit or extend into all of these crevices and indentations. Food and bacteria accumulate in these vulnerable surfaces greatly enhancing your child’s risk for tooth decay.
With the common presence of fluoride in the community water and other fluoride-containing products, the most common pattern of decay includes the pits and grooves of the molar teeth. Brushing, flossing, and the natural saliva flow can keep smooth surfaces of the teeth clean and healthy but has little effect on the plaque and bacteria embedded in the crevices of the posterior chewing surfaces.
The dental sealant flows into these pits and grooves and forms a smooth bonded barrier impenetrable to food and bacteria, thus significantly reducing or eliminating the risk of decay. In addition, by removing the microscopic pits and crevices, the toothbrush can now completely cleanse the entire chewing surface of the molar teeth.
The application of the sealant material is simple, fast, and inexpensive. The tooth surface is first cleaned and isolated to prevent moisture contamination during the procedure. The enamel is conditioned to allow the proper bonding of the sealant material. The sealant is then flowed into the grooves and crevices on the enamel surface and hardened with a curing light. No “drilling or numbing” is required, and the child is able to eat or continue with normal activities immediately after placement.
Most dental insurance policies include sealants as a covered benefit, although some have age and specific tooth limitations. Typically, the first (6 years) and second (12 years) permanent molars are the teeth most susceptible to occlusal surface decay and benefit most from the placement of sealants. However, in certain individuals, the morphology of the premolars or primary molars warrants the placement of sealants.
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55 Caren Ave, Suite 280
Worthington, OH 43085
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Kala
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Kala is the cheery voice and pleasant smile that greets you at our office. She is the “concierge” of our practice, manages the daily activities of our office, and can assist you with all your insurance and accounting needs. She bubbles with energy and enthusiasm, and always brightens our day.
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We recommend a first comprehensive dental visit including a professional cleaning at 2 to 3 years of age. This gives us the opportunity to establish good dental habits at an early age, and correct any existing problems before they become serious and result in permanent damage.
As a parent, you can play an important role in preparing your child for this visit. It is important to demonstrate positive attitudes and encouraging language when describing the dental visit. Avoid using technical terminology unfamiliar to your child to describe dental procedures. Children’s books and videos can assist you in communication by describing the dental visit utilizing age-appropriate language and visualizations. Be positive! Describe the first visit as an adventure, much like a visit to the zoo.