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The application of dental sealants is a common practice to stop tooth decay. It guards teeth with fissures, rear teeth with recesses on their biting surfaces, and some front teeth with cingulum pits. The process is quick and painless; it only takes a minute to dry up.
Laguna Dental Center and Dr. Ronald Ayzin have 5 years of experience in this procedure.
What are Dental Sealants?
Dental sealants are utilized to prevent potential cavities in the grooves of the teeth. It involves initially demineralizing the enamel surface with a certain acid, then coating it with a resin that hardens when polymerized with a particular light.
What are Dental Sealants made of?
Composite resin – Teeth are commonly protected against decay and enamel damage with dental sealants, which are made of a tooth-colored material. However, they frequently become stained from repeated exposure to stain-causing substances, including coffee, tea, red wine, and other meals.
Glass Ionomer Sealants – is a hydrophilic dental sealant substance. It provides an alternate method of treating the moist conditions in the oral cavity since it is less moisture sensitive than hydrophobic resin material. The substance is far more brittle than other filler materials and prone to rapid wear and tear.
How do Dental Sealants work?
- The teeth that will get dental sealants are first correctly cleaned, and then cotton is placed around them to keep the region dry.
- A specific solution is applied to the enamel surface to aid the sealant’s adhesion to the teeth.
- The teeth are then rinsed and dried.
- Deep grooves or depressions are meticulously filled with sealant material before being painted onto the enamel surface.
- Depending on the type of sealant employed, the substance will either harden automatically or with a specific curing light.
Make an Appointment with Dr. Ronald Ayzin at Laguna Dental Center to See if You Need Dental Sealants.
Call us at (949) 704-6269 to schedule an appointment.
- FREE Dental Sealants Consultation ($100 Value).
- FREE Digital X-rays especially for Sealants ($150 Value).
- We Maximize your Insurance so you pay less out of pocket.
Dr. Ronald Ayzin will walk you through every step of the procedure and explain how to care for and preserve your dental sealants.
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How long does it take for Dental Sealants to dry?
A dental sealant only requires a minute to dry with a curing light. Before it fully hardens, the sealant’s resin will still be liquid, allowing your dentist to apply it precisely.
How long do Dental Sealants last?
Sealants do not always function as they ought to, even though they can be securely placed on teeth for up to nine years. The majority of dentists suggest applying dental sealants every two to four years as a result of this.
What do Sealants Before and After look like?
What are the Pros and Cons of Dental Sealants?
Pros of Getting Dental Sealants
- They can help prevent cavities
- Application is fast and painless
- They are more affordable than fillings
Cons of Getting Dental Sealants
- They might seal in decay if it already exists
- They are optional and so represent an additional cost
- They don’t last forever
How much does a Dental Sealant Cost?
Costs for dental sealants range from $30 to $60 per tooth. Some insurance or discount options may decrease that cost.
FAQs for Dental Sealants
Following a dental sealant operation, patients frequently ask what they shouldn’t do. Avoiding firm, sticky, or chewy foods is crucial since they might harm your newly applied dental sealants. Immediately following the application of a sealant, ice, jawbreakers, and other hard candies must be avoided. Toffee, caramel, and gummy sweets are a few examples of chewy, sticky meals.
Are Dental Sealants Safe?
Dental sealants have been approved as safe for children and adults by the American Dental Association (ADA) and the United States.
Can Adults Get Dental Sealants?
Sealants protect the region from food and plaque, preventing cavities in the mouth's hard-to-reach areas. Although premolar and molar pits and fissures are often associated with children and adolescents because of the risk of decay, sealants can also benefit adults.
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