White Plains Dental Sealants For Kids

If your child is prone to cavities or has weak enamel, or you just want to reduce their risk of developing cavities, dental sealants from Miles of Little Smiles are a great option. Our doctors can apply sealants to your child’s molars to reduce their risk of developing cavities and keep their teeth healthy. Learn more below, or contact us now to schedule an appointment at our office.

What Are Dental Sealants?

Dental sealants are made of a special type of clear, liquid, BPA free dental resin. This liquid is applied directly to your child’s molar grooves in liquid form. Then, it’s hardened by the doctor to create a strong, durable, invisible barrier on their teeth.

This barrier covers and “seals” the tooth and protects the teeth from cavities, hence the name. Bacteria, food particles, and acid cannot get through the plastic barrier, which stops cavities from forming completely. 

Because of this, dental sealants, along with fluoride treatments, are highly recommended for kids at our practice. They help reduce the risk of cavities in their molars dramatically, and can protect your child’s smile for years to come.

When Are Sealants Applied? 

Sealants are usually applied when your child’s first adult molars come out, around the age of 6. At this time, Doctors will apply sealants to these teeth to prevent cavities. Usually, only molars are treated. This is because they’re harder to clean, and have natural pits, fissures, and cracks that tend to collect food, bacteria, and acid, leading to cavities.

After this, sealants are usually applied again when your child’s second set of adult molars come out around the age of 12-13. This ensures that both sets of molars are protected. After this, our doctors will monitor your child’s sealants and oral health, and recommend dental sealants every few years if they are still necessary.

What Can I Expect From The Dental Sealant Process?

The process takes only a few minutes, and is usually done after a routine teeth cleaning and oral exam at Miles of Little Smiles. Dr. Belgrade will dry off your child’s molar, then apply a very mild acid solution to roughen the tooth and prepare it for the sealant. Then, the area will be dried again, and the sealant will be applied.

Dr. Belgrade will paint the sealant on carefully to cover the entire tooth, then use a UV light to cure the sealant and harden it. Then, this process will be repeated for each tooth. It takes only a few minutes to treat each tooth.

The Benefits Of Sealants in White Plains

The biggest benefit of dental sealants is that they help eliminate the risk of developing cavities in the treated teeth. Cavities are a big problem for kids, and can even happen if they’re brushing and flossing properly. Sealants give you more peace of mind.

Sealants, when properly placed, can last up to 3-5 years or longer! If you are interested in dental sealants for your children, contact our team today!