Dental Sealants in Parkwood, Queensland

The molars are areas in the mouth that are difficult to brush. Their position, plus the grooves and fissures, cause this difficulty. This is more evident in children. Children are still mastering the skill of brushing their teeth. Without adult supervision, they tend to be bad at brushing.

Sealants can last up to 7-15 years with proper care. Once they’ve outlived their use, we recommend a new dental sealant in place of the old one.

Dental sealants, just like all preventive dentistry services, focus on prevention. The following are the advantages and benefits of dental sealants.

• Keep your teeth from tooth decay
• Looks and feel natural on the mouth
• No known side effects
• Non-invasive
• Reduce risk of tooth decay by 90%
• Cheaper compared to costs of dental treatments for possible dental problems
• Comfortable and painless

Getting your dental sealant only takes three steps and one dental appointment. Ideal candidates undergo the following:

Tooth preparation

The target teeth are cleaned to remove plaque and tartar. The surfaces are roughened with an acidic gel. This is important for the sealant to bond properly.

Sealant application

After the surfaces are roughened, the sealant is applied using a brush. A curing light is focused on the tooth for about 30 seconds to harden the sealant.

Evaluation

Your dentist will check the result to ensure accuracy.