Would you like to protect your or your child’s teeth from cavities? Dentist of Bixby Knolls provides an easy way to prevent cavities with dental sealants.
Dental sealants are one of the best ways to protect teeth from cavities. They are often used for young children but can also be applied to adult’s teeth to stop cavities from forming. Dental sealants are made from a non-toxic plastic resin. This resin is painted on the cracks and fissures on the top of teeth to make them more resilient and impervious to cavities.
Dental sealants are one of the most highly effective dental interventions. They prevent approximately 80% of cavities in the first two years and 50% of cavities between two and four years. Since dental sealants are so affordable, they can be easily reapplied to regain their initial efficacy.
Without dental sealants, your child is at a much higher risk of getting cavities, which can cause teeth to become infected and rot. Teeth that are riddled with cavities will need potentially more expensive treatments and interventions. Therefore, it is far better to prevent cavities in the first place with safe and effective dental sealant technology.
Kids of all ages can get dental sealants, but usually the most important time to get them is between the ages of 6 and 12. Age 6 is when the first molars typically start coming in, and age 12 is when the second molars appear.
Even though baby teeth fall out and are replaced with permanent teeth, they can still get cavities. The cavities can cause pain and other problems for the child. Therefore, we often recommend dental sealants for baby teeth prior to permanent teeth coming in.
Yes, dental sealants can easily be used for adult teeth. Sealants work just as well in preventing cavities when applied to healthy adult teeth. The important thing to understand is that dental sealants cannot be used to fix teeth that already have developed a cavity.
While dental sealants are not routinely used for adults, they may be recommended to an adult patient who is at risk of cavities in the back molars. These back molars are harder to keep clean and free from food debris, so dental sealants can be exceptionally helpful in protecting these hard-to-clean teeth.
No, dental sealants do not contain mercury. Dental sealants are made from a non-toxic, harmless resin material and do not contain any mercury. The resin material stays on the teeth and does not leach into the mouth, so you don’t have to worry about it causing any issues.
Dental sealants are exceptionally affordable, ranging from $30 to $60 per tooth, and often dental insurance covers the entire cost. Dental insurance providers are often happy to pay for the cost of dental sealants in North Long Beach, because sealants are so highly effective at preventing cavities. Dentist of Bixby Knolls works with almost all major dental insurance providers.
If your child could benefit from dental sealants in Bixby Knolls, contact us today at (562) 287-5175 to schedule your appointment at Dentist of Bixby Knolls.
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