Tooth Sealants In Anchorage And Wasilla Alaska
It’s common for children to experience tooth decay on their permanent back teeth, as is the case with most adults. The back teeth, or molars, have very deep grooves and pits on the chewing surfaces. This is where food and bacteria like to hide and form cavities. Regardless of how well or how often your child brushes, it is nearly impossible to remove all bacteria from these grooves and pits.
Prevent Tooth Decay
The sealant itself is white or tooth shaded and it bonds right to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth, sealing off those deep grooves and pits. This makes the back teeth much smoother so that a toothbrush can keep the back teeth clean much more easily.
The Sealant Procedure
The sealant procedure is simple and starts with a thorough teeth cleaning. Then, the teeth are etched with a solution that helps the sealant adhere. Next, the sealant is brushed on and then hardened using a specialized light.
Child Friendly
Sealants are child friendly because there is no need for anesthetic or drilling. In fact, we recommend sealants for all children when they get their molars around 6 years of age. They should then have sealants applied when they get their second molars around age 12.
Kids Are Welcome At Alaska Center for Dentistry
We always make sure our younger patients have the best time possible during their visit. We even have a Kids Corner full of toys and entertainment that will keep them busy while Mom or Dad is in the dentist’s chair. We even provide movies for your children to watch while they wait.
Our goal is to keep children relaxed and comfortable, whether they are here for a sealant treatment or they are waiting for Mom or Dad’s appointment to end.
Tooth Sealants will help to preserve your child’s natural teeth and could save your child from experiencing lots of expensive teeth problems later on in life. The sealant is basically a shield from decay and even if you teach your child good personal hygiene habits, food particles can still become lodged in those grooves and pits in the back teeth.
If you think your child is a good candidate for sealants, call or come into our Anchorage or Wasilla dental offices for a thorough dental consultation. Let us pamper you and get to know you as we provide you with the finest quality dental care. We especially want to get to know your children, as we hope they will be visiting us for a very long time.
