Protect Your Smile with Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are a thin, protective coating made from plastic or other dental materials that adhere easily to the chewing surface of your back teeth. This treatment is suitable for patients of all ages, but is particularly recommended among children. You can receive this treatment during your regular dental cleaning and examination. If you are interested in learning more about dental sealants and would like to include it in your next appointment, please contact us at 970.625.1391.
Helps to Prevent Tooth Decay
Research has shown that dental sealants can reduce the risk of cavities by 80% within 2 years and by 50% within 4 years.
Durable Protection
With proper maintenance, sealants can be easily replaced and have the potential to remain in the mouth for up to 9 years.
Perfect for Children
Children who do not have sealants on their teeth are three times more likely to develop cavities compared to those who do have sealants.
Quick, Painless, and Effortless Application
Simply paint on the liquid form of the thin coating, and it will solidify in just one minute. It's that simple! A sealant is like a small plastic filling, and numbing is typically not needed since tooth enamel does not contain nerves.
Who Qualifies for Dental Sealants?
- School-aged children
- Adults who are prone to cavities
- Individuals seeking additional protection against decay
What You Can Anticipate During Your Dental Sealant Procedure at Our Practice
A sealant is like a small plastic filling, and numbing is typically not needed since tooth enamel does not contain nerves.
To begin, we will examine the tooth or teeth requiring sealing. If any decay is found, we will remove it before proceeding.
Next, we will use a solution to enhance the bonding of the sealant material to your tooth surface.
Then, we will apply the sealant by carefully painting it onto the tooth and using a specialized curing light if needed.
