“Magical” Protection from Cavities
Wouldn’t it be nice if a
magic shield could help protect your children from cavities? Well, think of
Dr. Jared as a magician: By using a process called sealants, he can
help your kids avoid decay in the back molars, the teeth most prone to cavities
in young mouths.
The back molars have a
few things working against them. They are full of deep grooves, making it easy
for food particles and germs to become trapped. They are also difficult to
clean, particularly when you’re dealing with small mouths and the impatient
little people attached to them. Dental sealants provide a protective coating,
made out of a thin plastic substance that covers the grooves on the back teeth.
Since food and bacteria can’t get through the plastic, the teeth are protected
from decay.
Better still, sealants
are virtually invisible, and quick and painless to apply. We clean the tooth
using a special gel before painting on the sealant itself. Sometimes, a special
light is used to harden the sealant. The process only takes a few minutes to
complete, and the sealant can protect the teeth for up to 10 years.
Dentists recommend
applying sealants as soon as the permanent molars erupt, before any decay
occurs. That way the sealant will be most powerful during the prime
cavity-prone years (ages six to 14 years). Sealants can be put on both
permanent molars and pre-molars, and are often covered by dental insurance.
Keep in mind, though,
that it is still important for children to maintain good oral hygiene. With
good brushing, fluoride and regular dental care, sealants can be an almost
magical way to keep your children’s mouths healthy and cavity-free!
Call us to schedule an appointment today! (509)-891-7070.
No comments:
Post a Comment