Dental sealants protect some of your most vulnerable teeth from decay. Their application is done in a quick, comfortable procedure at your dentist’s office, and their protective abilities can save you from requiring other, more involved procedures to correct damage later on.
Protective Treatment
Sealants form a protective layer over the top surface of your teeth. They are usually applied to the premolars and molars, which have rough, bumpy surfaces. Their textured tops, handy for chewing, can be hard to clean at home with brushing and flossing alone. Sealants are a thin layer of plastic that keep plaque and bacteria from settling into the bumps and grooves of these teeth.
Easy Application
Dr. AnetaChoma-Dlouchy, DDS, at Portage Park Dental Associates can apply sealants for you or your child in her Chicago office. First, she and her staff will clean your teeth. Then, she will apply an acidic substance to your teeth. This gel roughens the surface up enough for the sealant to adhere well. After removing the acidic treatment, the sealant is applied as a liquid. It quickly becomes hard, and you can return to normal activity.
Worthwhile Results
With regular checkups, sealants’ protective care can last for years. Both children and adults alike can benefit. Most dentists recommend that kids get sealants as their back teeth come in, but adults who do not have the protection of sealants can take advantage of this treatment as well.
Of course, sealants do not take the place of proper brushing, flossing, and fluoride use. Rather, these handy protective layers serve alongside regular oral care as an additional tool in the fight against decay.
If it’s time for you or your child to get sealants, make an appointment with Dr. AnetaChoma-Dlouchy, DDS, at Portage Park Dental Associates today.
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