Sealants in Rush City

Sealants are a common preventive treatment in dentistry. Some teeth have fine grooves or pits that accumulate plaque — not because the person doesn't brush, but because the grooves are too narrow to allow even one bristle into them.

When plaque accumulates, it can lead to cavities and other types of tooth decay. Applying sealants is a painless process that is safe for both adults and children to protect tooth enamel from decay.

HOW ARE SEALANTS APPLIED?

To apply sealants, a plastic material is applied to the tooth, filling these narrow grooves and preventing the cavity-causing buildup. Sealants can help prevent cavities from forming in these deep grooves for several years before reapplication is needed.