Dental Sealants are one of the best, proven and most well accepted ways to prevent cavities on the chewing surfaces of permanent molars. They are usually placed as soon as possible after the molars erupt. The first permanent molars usually come in at about 6 years old, and the second molars usually erupt at about 12 years old.
The procedure is quick, painless and relatively inexpensive. The tooth is dried and isolated with cotton rolls, and the dental sealant is placed into the deep grooves on the chewing surfaces, and then hardened with a curing light.
The brand Dr. Levine uses has a high fluoride content that gets absorbed into the tooth structure, so if it ever chips or wears down, the tooth is still protected. It is possible for dental sealants to chip or wear slightly; however, regular cleaning and examination visits will allow us to detect this, and they can be simply repaired.