Dental Sealants Charlotte, NC

Quality and Affordable Dental Sealants

Dental sealants are a fast and effective way of protecting the pitted and grooved surfaces of the teeth. This oral care option is often recommended for children and teens as added protection from tooth decay. Dental sealants act as protective barriers to the chewing surfaces of the premolars and molars against the risk of developing tooth infection. Sealants consist of a thin plastic film that is painted on chewing surfaces of the teeth which are most susceptible to decay. Carolina Dentistry @ The StateLine provides quality yet affordable dental sealants for the Charlotte, Ballantyne and Charlotte communities. We ensure fast, pain-free, and effective dental sealant options for the entire family.

Who Can Benefit from Sealants?

Children and teenagers can greatly benefit from dental sealants. Adults without fillings or decay in their molars can also benefit from the added protection of dental sealants. Children should undergo sealant treatment as soon as their permanent premolars and molars erupt. Sealants offer protection throughout childhood as long as their teeth remain intact. In some instances, dental sealants may also be appropriate for use on baby teeth.

What are the Benefits of Sealants?

Dental sealants provide many benefits that can help maintain good oral health and hygiene. Here are some benefits of dental sealant for both kids and adults:

• Dental sealants are extremely effective when combined with good oral hygiene. It prevents cavities and provides protection to the teeth that have been sealed.
• Dental sealants are very affordable and cost-efficient. This oral care option offers less expenses compared to treating cavity-infected teeth.
• Dental sealant procedures are minimally invasive, completely safe, and highly reliable in preventing cavities and other oral infections.

How are Dental Sealants Applied?

Applying sealants to the tooth surfaces is a simple and painless process that requires only a few minutes. During the procedure, the teeth are thoroughly cleaned and dried to prepare them for the sealants. Once the teeth are ready, an acid solution is applied to the chewing surfaces to roughen their texture. This gives the sealants a better adhesion. After rinsing and drying the teeth from the acid solution, sealants are painted onto the chewing surface of the teeth. A special UV light is directed to the surface of the painted tooth for a complete curing process.

How Long Do Dental Sealants Last?

With good oral care routine, sealants can last for up to 10 years. This should include proper brushing and flossing, and regular visits at our dental office near Charlotte and Ballantyne. There are instances, however, that dental sealants may chip or may wear off over time. If this happens, visit Dr. Schwartz to have your sealants repaired. Dental Sealants are repaired by adding new sealant paint to the damaged sealant or affected tooth surface. Dental sealants generally hold up well against the normal pressure but the wear and tear are associated with how and what you chew.

Contact Us

Say goodbye to tooth decay! Have yours or your child’s teeth protected with dental sealants in Charlotte. Prevent the risk of tooth decay and contact us today at 704-752-7602 to learn more about dental sealants. You may also book an appointment through our 24/7 online scheduling system.