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Dental Sealants
City Dental Centers has 6 dentist offices conveniently located throughout Southern California offering dental sealants for your teeth.
Whatever your dental sealant needs are, the dedicated dental teams at City Dental Centers are here to provide you with the highest quality dental care and make your dentist appointments as pleasant as possible.
Information About Dental Sealants
A dental sealant is a thin, protective coating made from plastic or other dental materials that adhere to the surface of your back teeth. Dental sealants may help can keep cavities from forming and may also prevent early stages of tooth decay from progressing further.
How Do Sealants Work?
Dental sealants are protective coverings for the teeth which can prevent cavities from forming. When the cavity-causing bacteria that live in everyone’s mouth meet debris remaining from food and drink consumption, they produce corrosive acids that can create holes in your teeth. The dental sealant quickly bonds into the natural depressions and grooves in the teeth, forming a protective shield over the enamel of each tooth. After the dental sealant has been applied, it stops bacteria and acid from settling on your teeth.
Who Can Get Dental Sealants?
Both children and adults may benefit from the application of dental sealants, and the earlier you get them, the better. Sealing teeth as soon as they come through can keep them cavity-free from the start. As a result, you’ll likely save time and money in the long run.
How Are Dental Sealants Applied to Teeth?
Applying dental sealants is a quick & painless process. Your City Dental Centers dentist will clean and dry your teeth before a gel that allows stronger bonds to form between the tooth and the sealant. Soon after, the dentist rinses off the gel and dries your tooth before applying the sealant. Finally, your dentist uses a special light to harden the sealant.
Can Sealants Be Placed Over Cavities?
Yes. Dental sealants can be applied over areas of early decay to prevent further damage to your tooth. Additionally, because many sealants are transparent, your dentist can keep a close eye on the progression of the tooth or teeth and make sure your dental sealant is working properly and doing its job. With proper care, dental sealants should last for a few years before a reapplication is required.
