Sealants are a fast and easy way of protecting your child’s teeth because they act as barriers to cavity-prone areas. They are applied without having to cut the tooth and are able to cover and seal deep pits and grooves that are more susceptible to cavities. The sealant is painted onto the tooth enamel, where it bonds directly to the tooth and hardens with a special dental light.
While brushing and flossing help remove food particles and plaque from smooth surfaces of teeth, toothbrush bristles may not reach all the way into deep grooves to remove food and plaque. Dr. Matt Corbin at Corbin Dental relies on the use of sealants to protect these vulnerable areas by "sealing out" plaque and food.
As long as the sealant remains intact, the tooth surface will be protected from decay. The sealant alone is not a fix-all and should be used with good oral hygiene as well. Sealants hold up well under the force of normal chewing and typically last for many years.
For more information about sealants and other routine care services at Corbin Dental in Franklin, NC, schedule an appointment today.
