Safe and painless way of protecting your child’s teeth from tooth decay.
Plastic coatings that are painted onto the chewing surfaces of the back teeth.
This then forms a protective layer that prevents food and bacteria from getting stuck into the grooves of the teeth.
- It also makes it easier for children to brush and clean their teeth as the tooth takes on a flatter shape
Sealants FAQ
How long does a fissure sealant last?
Sealants usually last for many years but need to be checked regularly to make sure that the seal is intact.
They can wear over time, and sometimes needs to be added to or replaced to be sure that no decay can start underneath it. At Edgware Dental Practice we will always check these at each check up visit.
When can fissure sealants be done?
Resin-based fissure sealants should be applied to the permanent molars of all children as early after eruption as possible.
This is usually between ages 6 and 7 but depends on the amount of tooth that has erupted and how well we feel the child will tolerate the treatment.
Can fissure sealants be seen?
Fissure selants done by our dentists are either clear or white and cannot be seen as they are on the back teeth so will not be visible when they smile.
The process is usually quick and easy taking only a few minutes per tooth.
The tooth is thoroughly cleaned, prepared with a special solution, and dried. The sealant is then applied and allowed to set hard, usually by shining a blue light onto it.
Sealants usually last for many years but need to be checked regularly to make sure that the seal is intact.
They can wear over time, and sometimes needs to be added to or replaced to be sure that no decay can start underneath it. At Edgware Dental Practice we will always check these at each check up visit.
Resin-based fissure sealants should be applied to the permanent molars of all children as early after eruption as possible.
This is usually between ages 6 and 7 but depends on the amount of tooth that has erupted and how well we feel the child will tolerate the treatment.
Fissure selants done by our dentists are either clear or white and cannot be seen as they are on the back teeth so will not be visible when they smile.
Sealants Image Gallery
Safe and painless way of protecting your child’s teeth from tooth decay.
Plastic coatings that are painted onto the chewing surfaces of the back teeth.
This then forms a protective layer that prevents food and bacteria from getting stuck into the grooves of the teeth.
- It also makes it easier for children to brush and clean their teeth as the tooth takes on a flatter shape
Sealants FAQ
The process is usually quick and easy taking only a few minutes per tooth.
The tooth is thoroughly cleaned, prepared with a special solution, and dried. The sealant is then applied and allowed to set hard, usually by shining a blue light onto it.
Sealants usually last for many years but need to be checked regularly to make sure that the seal is intact.
They can wear over time, and sometimes needs to be added to or replaced to be sure that no decay can start underneath it. At Edgware Dental Practice we will always check these at each check up visit.
Resin-based fissure sealants should be applied to the permanent molars of all children as early after eruption as possible.
This is usually between ages 6 and 7 but depends on the amount of tooth that has erupted and how well we feel the child will tolerate the treatment.
Fissure selants done by our dentists are either clear or white and cannot be seen as they are on the back teeth so will not be visible when they smile.
Sealants Image Gallery
Safe and painless way of protecting your child’s teeth from tooth decay.
Plastic coatings that are painted onto the chewing surfaces of the back teeth.
This then forms a protective layer that prevents food and bacteria from getting stuck into the grooves of the teeth.
- It also makes it easier for children to brush and clean their teeth as the tooth takes on a flatter shape
Sealants FAQ
The process is usually quick and easy taking only a few minutes per tooth.
The tooth is thoroughly cleaned, prepared with a special solution, and dried. The sealant is then applied and allowed to set hard, usually by shining a blue light onto it.
Sealants usually last for many years but need to be checked regularly to make sure that the seal is intact.
They can wear over time, and sometimes needs to be added to or replaced to be sure that no decay can start underneath it. At Edgware Dental Practice we will always check these at each check up visit.
Resin-based fissure sealants should be applied to the permanent molars of all children as early after eruption as possible.
This is usually between ages 6 and 7 but depends on the amount of tooth that has erupted and how well we feel the child will tolerate the treatment.
Fissure selants done by our dentists are either clear or white and cannot be seen as they are on the back teeth so will not be visible when they smile.
Sealants Image Gallery