Why Do Kids Need Dental Sealants?

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

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Does your kid have a sweet tooth?  We know that eating healthy all the time can be tough.  That's why as kids are learning to eat the right foods and develop good brushing and flossing habits, it's important to protect their teeth with dental sealants.

What are dental sealants?
Dental sealants are thin, plastic coatings that are painted onto the chewing surfaces of a child's teeth (usually the molars).  The sealant bonds into the depressions and grooves of the teeth, protecting the enamel.  

How do they protect teeth?
Dental sealants, combined with daily brushing and flossing, bi-annual dental visits, and fluoride treatments will keep your kids teeth bright and beautiful for many years to come.  By filling the deep grooves in your child's molars, sealants protect the surface of the teeth.  Since molars are difficult to reach, they help protect the enamel while kids learn good brushing and flossing skills.  They also work by creating a barrier between the tooth enamel and the chewing surface.  This means that if your kid has a sweet tooth, it is less likely that they will get a cavity.

If you have any questions about the benefits of dental sealants, contact one of our offices.   We are happy to answer any questions you have about your child's oral health.

Call 516-222-5100 to schedule your appointment at our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to schedule your appointment at our Glen Cove office.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!

Protecting Teeth With Dental Sealants

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

When kids are first learning to brush, it isn't always easy for them to reach their back molars.  Dental sealants are a great way to help protect these hard-to-reach tooth surfaces!

Dental sealants are bonded directly to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. They cover up any grooves and depressions that are hard for toothbrushes to reach. Sealants protect tooth enamel from plaque and acids that would otherwise damage teeth. Dental sealants can last for several years before they need to be reapplied.

While we always recommend that parents supervise children until they are old enough to brush thoroughly, sealants can help protect vulnerable areas by sealing out plaque and food!

Remember to contact our office with any questions you have about your child's oral health. Call 516-222-5100 to contact our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to contact our Glen Cove office. Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!