Dental sealants are a proactive treatment to protect teeth from decay, especially useful for children and teenagers but also beneficial for adults. At KB Smiles in Brentwood, TN, Dr. Keisha Brady and our dedicated team apply sealants as a quick, painless, and effective way to prevent cavities. Sealants act as a barrier, protecting the grooves and depressions in your teeth from food particles and plaque that are hard to reach with brushing alone.
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Effective Cavity Prevention: Sealants significantly reduce the risk of decay in the protected areas by up to 80%.
Long Lasting: With proper care, dental sealants can protect your teeth for up to 10 years.
Quick and Painless Application: The procedure is simple, quick, and completely painless.
Cleaning: Teeth are thoroughly cleaned and dried before the application.
Preparation: An acidic solution is applied to the chewing surfaces to roughen them up, which helps the sealant bond to the tooth.
Application: Sealant material is then painted onto the tooth enamel, where it bonds directly and hardens. Sometimes a curing light is used to help the sealant harden.
Regular Check-Ups: During your routine dental visits, Dr. Brady will check the condition of the sealants and reapply them if necessary.
Good Oral Hygiene: Continue brushing twice a day and flossing regularly; although sealants protect, the rest of your teeth still require diligent care.
Avoiding Hard and Sticky Foods: To prevent sealants from becoming damaged, avoid biting down on hard candies and other similar foods.
One of our team members can help you pick the right treatment for you!