Sealants
October 20, 2011
Thorough brushing & flossing help remove food particles and plaque from smooth surfaces of teeth. Pits & fissures, however, are places that are extremely difficult to clean. Most cavities form in these pits and fissure areas, and permanent molars are extremely susceptible to this form of decay. Sealants protect these vulnerable areas by “sealing out” plaque and food.
Sealants are easy to apply and it takes only a few minutes to seal each tooth. The teeth to be sealed are cleaned, conditioned and then painted with the sealants. Sealants hold up well under the force of normal chewing and will be checked during regular dental visits.
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October 21, 2011 at 6:42 am
Well, it’s described here nicely. Many of us think that only brushing is enough to keep the mouth clean. But it’s not true. You are right that this way the pits & fissures are difficult to clean.
This Green Mountain Dental blog has described everything quite well and it’s easy to understand from here. Thank you…