What are Teeth Sealants?
Teeth sealants are a thin, plastic coating that is applied to the surface of the molars in order to protect them from tooth decay.
During the procedure, the teeth are cleaned and prepared, and any rough or uneven areas on the tooth surface are smoothed out. The sealant is then applied to the tooth, and a special light is used to harden it. The entire process usually takes only a few minutes per tooth and can help protect the teeth from decay for several years!
The general process is as follows:
- After the tooth is polished thoroughly, the surface is etched with a mild solution for adherence purposes.
- The tooth sealant material is allowed to flow into the tooth's grooves.
- The sealant material is then light-cured until it becomes solid.