Children's Dental Sealants

An Easy Way to Prevent Tooth Decay with Children

Even meticulous brushing may not reach all the deep grooves in the back teeth. This can lead to bacteria, acid, and plaque formation, which result in tooth decay. Once the tooth has decay, it is permanently damaged and will need to be repaired with a filling or crown.

There is a way to prevent all of this from happening in the first place – using dental sealants! Here’s how it all works: After the child’s teeth are cleaned and sterilized, a thin plastic layer is applied. This is usually tooth-colored or clear. Then a special light bonds the sealant in place. The entire process takes just a couple of minutes. There are no shots or drills required. No tooth structure is removed. It’s a totally harmless process!

The addition of dental sealants is a great way for both children and adolescents to preserve their teeth.

Jeffrey B. Kravitz, DDS, DICOI    
417 Water Street   
Wakefield, MA 01880    
(781) 245-7714  
WakefieldFamilyDentist.com