En Dental Corbella We always care about your oral health, that is why we always seek to inform you about how to take care of your teeth and keep your gums clean.

On many occasions, patients concerned about cavities have come to us. They often ask us how they can avoid them or stop their spread. According to our experience, One of the keys to avoiding cavities is dental sealing.

You may wonder: what is dental sealing? and what is it for?

dental sealing It is a thin coating of resin that It is applied to the grooves of the molars and premolars. This coating prevents bacteria and food debris from accumulating in the grooves of our posterior teeth, thus reducing the risk of cavities.

As we have already mentioned, by applying sealants to the teeth, the risk of suffering from cavities is reduced and we prevent our teeth from wearing out. It also makes brushing easier, since we won't have to worry about removing food debris from between the grooves of our teeth.

But wearing dental sealants It does not mean that we can neglect our dental hygiene. We must continue to perform the brushing technique properly and use dental floss.

We know that many patients are afraid to go to the dentist and have treatments. But we assure you that the application of dental sealants is totally painless. It is placed on the surface of the tooth, so it will be a quick and simple treatment.

When to use dental sealants?

Dental sealants are necessary when the patient wears a poor oral hygiene and does not usually use fluoride.

They are also necessary when patients have previously had caries or if they are just appearing to stop their spread.

In the event that the patient has a diet high in sugar or suffers from any systematic disease.

Can children use dental sealants?

The answer is yes. In fact, we recommend placing them as soon as the first permanent molars appear, at approximately 6 years old. In this way we can keep the child's mouth free of cavities from the beginning.

There are cases in which the child's primary molars have very deep grooves and the dentist recommends the use of dental sealants. In this case we should follow the recommendations of our trusted dentist.

Is it really worth using dental sealants?

Taking into account the information that we have previously provided you and our experience, it is worth it. Using sealants will prevent you from having to get fillings in case you end up suffering from cavities, which tend to have a higher cost, so In the long run you will save money.

To maintain good hygiene and extend the life of dental sealants, you will need to brush your teeth regularly, use dental floss and fluoride, and attend check-ups with your dentist.

For more information about all the treatments, do not hesitate to go to our clinic.