The function, benefits, and overall protective power of dental sealants!

For every ten cavities, nine develop in the back teeth. Why? In addition to their hard-to-reach and hard-to-clean locations, they differ from their counterparts at the front of the mouth in other ways; since they function to break down food, these teeth have chewing surfaces. These surfaces are uneven and feature pits and fissures. Food can become trapped in these grooves. Lingering food particles contribute to dental decay. The good news is that Mona Dental for Kids in Spring, Texas, prevents decay with affordable and accessible professional services. 

The purpose of dental sealants 

Our dentist, Dr. Mona Houshiar, applies the dental sealant, a clear or tooth-colored covering, to the molars and premolars. Sealants are made from a safe, biocompatible resin material that blends with the surrounding teeth. The entire process is also fast and painless. Once hardened and secured to the teeth, sealants “seal out” the food as well as the bacteria, plaque, acids, and tartar that contribute to the development of tooth decay. Dental decay is prevalent among children and a leading cause of tooth loss. 

Benefits of sealants generally include: 

• Hassle-free. They do not adversely affect chewing function 
• They support your child’s health during a critical time for development; we recommend applying sealants as soon as these back teeth come in
• Avoiding problems that may lead to the need for costly, invasive, and time-consuming restorative care
• Children do not have to miss school or social activities due to aching and damaged teeth because we keep their mouths healthy
• Avoiding conditions such as deep dental infections, which can lead to the need for dental extractions or the removal of severely decayed teeth
• Protecting the teeth from potentially deadly systemic infections (dental abscesses have the potential to travel to other parts of the body via the bloodstream)
• Long-lasting and low-maintenance. Your child just needs to maintain good brushing and flossing at home and attend check-ups at our office
• The condition of sealants can be easily checked and monitored during regular exams
• Sealants (and other preventative procedures) are typically considered to be a covered service by dental insurance providers

We would love to have you experience the benefits firsthand! Call (832) 662-3008 or use the button on this website to book your child’s appointment.

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