Sealants in Graham

Sealants: Protect Your Teeth from Cavities

Dental sealants are a simple and effective preventive treatment that can protect your teeth from cavities. At Salt Creek Dental, we use high-quality dental sealants to shield the grooves and fissures of your back teeth (molars) from harmful bacteria and plaque, making your teeth more resistant to decay.

What Are Dental Sealants?

Sealants are thin, plastic coatings that are applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. These surfaces have deep grooves that can trap food particles and plaque, making them vulnerable to decay. Sealants fill these grooves, providing a protective barrier that helps keep cavities at bay.

The Benefits of Dental Sealants

• Cavity Prevention: Sealants act as a protective shield, preventing food particles and bacteria from accumulating in deep grooves.
• Long-Lasting: Sealants can last for several years with proper care, providing continuous protection for your teeth.
• Quick and Painless: The application process is quick, easy, and completely pain-free.

The Process of Applying Sealants

1. Consultation: We assess your child’s or your own teeth to determine if sealants are appropriate.
2. Cleaning: The surface of the tooth is cleaned and prepared for the application of the sealant.
3. Sealant Application: The liquid sealant is painted onto the tooth’s surface, where it quickly hardens, creating a protective barrier.

Sealants are a great way to protect your teeth, especially for children and adults prone to cavities. Contact Salt Creek Dental today to schedule a sealant application.