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Pit & Fissure Sealants
One of the most deeply situated grooves in your mouth is very hard to reach while brushing. Food particles and bacteria can accumulate in these hard-to-reach areas which makes the development of caries even more likely. This situation occurs mostly in children’s first permanent molars, however, some adults have deep grooves as well.
Bombay Dental Specialities offers preventive treatment that can protect your teeth from developing cavities in the future. Thus, pit and fissure sealants can be helpful for those who are eligible for them.
The application of the pit and fissure sealants takes place during a routine visit and can be done within one appointment. First, we conduct an examination of your teeth and ensure that you are suitable for this treatment. If there are some decays or other problems, we discuss with you what treatment should be chosen.
When the tooth is ready, we perform a thorough cleaning of the chewing surface to get rid of plaque and debris. Then, we apply the conditioner for a few seconds to get prepared enamel and help the sealant to bond. After that, the tooth is rinsed and dried, and we apply the tooth-coloured sealant to the grooves of the chewing surface.
Using the special light, we cure the sealant and create a comfortable and protective layer. Before finishing the appointment, we check that the sealant has been bonded successfully and it feels natural. In addition, we tell you about regular brushing and proper oral hygiene, which can prolong the sealant’s effectiveness.
This treatment adds the protective layer to the chewing surfaces of your teeth to reduce the possibility of food particles and bacteria accumulation in these places and to decrease the risks of tooth decay. It is painless, does not require drilling of healthy teeth and can reduce the risks of caries formation in the future. Children and teenagers are the main candidates for this procedure soon after eruption of their permanent molars. Adults with healthy teeth and deep grooves are also suitable after a dental examination. The treatment can contribute to better health of your teeth and reduce the necessity of restoration in the future.
What are pit and fissure sealants?
These are thin layers applied to the chewing surfaces of your back teeth to reduce the possibility of caries.
Are pit and fissure sealants only for children?
Children benefit the most from this procedure as they have newly erupted permanent molars. However, adults with healthy teeth and deep grooves can also be candidates after a dental examination.
Does getting pit and fissure sealants hurt?
Not at all. It is a fast, painless and non-invasive procedure which takes only a few minutes per tooth.
How long do pit and fissure sealants last?
They can remain effective for several years. During your routine visits we check sealants to ensure that they remain intact and repair them if necessary.
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