Bridgeport Dentists use tooth sealants to prevent cavities in back teeth. Since it is difficult to reach molars when brushing, plaque can build in the crevices that toothbrush bristles sometimes miss. A tooth sealant is a plastic compound that bonds the surface and fills in the grooves of rear teeth to prevent plaque from settling in crevices.
Dental sealants are nearly 100% effective since they act as a protective
and preventative covering.
Bridgeport Dentists recommend sealants for children because new molars are
very susceptible to decay, and are hard to reach with a toothbrush. However,
any Bridgeport Dentists patient can take advantage of sealants.
Bridgeport Dentists Sealant Procedure:
· The tooth is cleaned and dried
· A solution is placed on the tooth’s surface making it rough
enough for the sealant to grab hold
· The solution is rinsed away with water, and the sealant is applied
· The tooth is then dried with a blue light
At Bridgeport Dentists the sealant procedure is finished in one visit,
and eating and drinking are possible immediately.