Sealants
DENTAL SEALANTS
Sealants
The majority of dental decay begins in the deep grooves of the molars and premolars. To help your child protect their dental health, our dentists will often recommend dental sealants to prevent bacteria from damaging the teeth. Your child can receive dental sealants from our friendly staff! Call Alpha Dental Excellence at (215) 750-2222 for an appointment with Dr. Arpan Patel and our highly-trained dental experts.
A sealant is a preventive dental treatment that our dentists may recommend to protect patients’ teeth from decay. A dental sealant is made of a clear or tooth-colored resin material, which is painted onto the chewing surface of teeth. By blocking out the bacteria and food debris that lead to tooth decay, the sealant prevents decay and cavities. The dental sealant forms a smooth coating over the natural pits and grooves of the tooth surface, which also makes it easier to effectively clean teeth with normal brushing.
Dental sealants are most often recommended for children. They are frequently recommended for the permanent molars as soon as they come in, usually between the ages of 6 and 12 years. We may also recommend dental sealants for adult patients whose teeth are prone to decay or have not been restored or suffered from decay in the past. We can apply dental sealants in just one short, comfortable visit to our practice.