Sealants are considered excellent options for prevention of dental decay on chewing surfaces. Sealants are often applied to areas that are not easy to clean, irregular tooth anatomy and very minor tooth surface defects.
Sealants consist of monomers that protect and seal the tooth chewing surface area. By applying the sealant the tooth surface is smoothed and sealed, this creates a protection barrier that does not allow bacteria or their nutrients to infiltrate the teeth irregularities.
Ideal time to apply sealants is soon after the chewing surfaces erupt and when is possible to access the area to properly applied the sealant. With careful management it is possible to achieve reduction of dental decay in those areas.
During the sealant procedure, the tooth surface is clean, the area is kept nice a dry. The tooth surface is prepared, rinsed and dried, the sealant material is applied and a light is shine to cure the material. The process is seamless and pain free. With proper dental hygiene and regular dental check ups, sealants are highly effective method for dental decay prevention.