How To Seal Away Tooth Decay
It can be challenging for some of our patients to maintain an oral hygiene routine that helps prevent tooth decay from developing. This is particularly true for our young patients. If you have a child in your life, you may be familiar with the difficulty they often experience when brushing their teeth. Some children focus solely on the front teeth and forget to brush their back teeth. Other children chew and bite on their toothbrushes, not really accomplishing much of anything. We know parents are passionate about teaching proper oral hygiene, not only to create lasting habits but also to help prevent tooth decay. Tooth decay is one of the most common chronic conditions children experience. We want to share one common dental treatment that can help protect your children’s teeth. Read on to learn more.
What are Dental Sealants?
No matter how hard we try to clean our teeth and our children’s teeth, tooth decay has a tendency of making an appearance, and the need for dental treatment arises. Wouldn’t it be amazing if there was a treatment that could help combat decay? There is! Dental sealants are a simple and fast treatment that is designed to protect the back molars from developing decay. A dental sealant is a clear coating that is brushed on the chewing surface of the teeth and hardens as it dries. Once the material dries, it leaves a smooth chewing surface, making it much easier to clean.
Why Choose Dental Sealants?
Dental sealants are quick and noninvasive, making them a perfect option for those who may be prone to cavities. The treatment can be completed following a routine hygiene examination and cleaning and only takes minutes. Sealants can provide many years of protection for your teeth and can easily be reapplied if necessary.
If you, your child, or another family member is due for a hygiene examination, be sure to contact our office, which is located in Kewaskum, WI, to schedule an appointment. During the examination, we can check to ensure tooth decay is not present or developing. We look forward to seeing you soon!
