Dental sealant
When is dental sealant used?
Dental sealant is a type of polymer applied to vulnerable teeth to help protect them from decay. It is used on the flat teeth used to chew food: premolars and molars. These teeth are criss-crossed by crevices and grooves where food residues tend to lodge. This favors the proliferation of bacteria, which take advantage of the opportunity to feed on the sugar they contain. These teeth are also more vulnerable when they first appear. Young permanent teeth are more fragile, as their enamel is not yet fully hardened. Acids produced by microbes can then more easily pierce it, causing decay.
Extra protection
At the Centre dentaire Taschereau in Brossard, we often suggest sealants to our young patients to reduce the risk of cavities. The polymer fills cracks, preventing bacteria from concentrating there. This treatment is purely preventive: it cannot be used if carious lesions are already present.
A simple procedure in just a few steps
A basic assessment
before proceeding with the actual application, the dentist must first confirm that it is really relevant. To do this, he observes the characteristics of the surfaces to be treated;
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Cleaning vulnerable teeth
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Rinsing and drying the teeth
without this, the sealant will stick less well to the teeth;
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Sealer application
the polymer is applied to selected tooth surfaces before being cured using a photoluminescent beam.
Dental sealants: at the heart of a preventive approach
Although it helps reduce the risk of tooth decay, this procedure is not a substitute for other preventive measures. It is therefore essential to ensure that your child adopts good eating and oral hygiene practices. In addition, during routine visits, we can check the condition of your child's teeth and discuss healthy habits to be developed. If necessary, we'll suggest additional treatments, such as dental sealants!
