Is Dental Sealant Right for my Child’s Pediatric Dental Care?
At Parkcrest Dental, we offer industry-leading techniques and materials for the dental health of your whole family. Sometimes it can be difficult to ensure that children take proper care of their teeth when brushing. Dental sealants are a great solution for protecting the dental health of children, recommended by the American Dental Association as well as the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Parkcrest Dental offers the best in modern dental care because we want the best for our client and their families.
What is Dental Sealant?
Dental sealant is a thin plastic material that coats the top surfaces of molar and premolar teeth in the hard to reach areas in the back of the mouth. The dental sealant fills the natural grooves and ridges on your teeth where bacteria like to form colonies.
Dental sealant prevents bacteria from reaching the surface of teeth, preventing cavities and other oral health problems. Parkcrest Dental is pleased to offer Dental Sealant service for our clients.
How Is Dental Sealant Used in Pediatric Dentistry?
Dental sealants are easily applied during a regular dental cleaning visit. The surface of the tooth must be carefully cleaned and dried before application. Then a very thin film of protective sealant is painted on to the tooth enamel and allowed to dry and bond to the tooth surface.
Is Dental Sealant Safe?
Dental sealants are quite safe. They are recommended by the American Dental Association as well as the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. At the time of application, very low levels of plastic bisphenol A (BPA) are present in the mouth, but, according to the ADA and AAPD, there is no health concern for BPA exposure from any dental material. For comparison, cosmetic products such as sunscreen contain 200 times more BPA than dental sealant.
Is Dental Sealant a Good Choice for My Child?
Dental sealants are highly effective and can reduce the risk of cavities by as much as 80%. Dental sealants are recommended for application to newly emerging molars and premolars for children aged 6-14. This is the age range in which cavities are most likely to form, so it is a great time to use dental sealants to protect teeth.
Many dental insurance plans covered the cost of dental sealants for children under the age of 18. Dental sealants are a great choice for protecting your children’s teeth and preventing expensive dental procedures in the future.
Parkcrest Dental is Here to Help Protect Healthy Smiles
At Parkcrest Dental, we know that you want the best dental care for your children, so we are always here for you with the best techniques and products. We will prepare the perfect dental health care plan for your whole family. For more information about health smiles, contact us today and visit our website.
