Sealants
Do you or your child get a lot of cavities? Are you looking for a way to protect your teeth from cavities? Sounds like you need dental sealants in Hartford, CT. At Capitol Dental Associates, we offer dental sealant services to our patients to help protect their teeth from bacteria that can cause cavities, tooth decay, and infection.
Whether you’re a parent of a child who needs sealants or you’d like sealants for yourself, we’re your source for safe, effective dental sealants. Patients come to us for these services because we operate with professionalism and good patient care.
What Are Dental Sealants?
A dental sealant is a thin, plastic coating that covers the teeth to protect the tooth enamel from bacteria that can lead to tooth decay. Dental sealants are applied to the tooth; once the sealant dries, the sealant can last as long as five years.
Who Needs Dental Sealants?
Dental sealants are commonly applied to the molars and premolars of children and teenagers because these patients are at high risk for cavities. However, anyone at high risk for cavities, including adults, can benefit from dental sealants.
Your dentist may recommend dental sealants if you’re a good candidate. If you think you would be a good candidate for sealants and your dentist has not mentioned them, you can always ask.
Are Dental Sealants Safe?
Dental sealants are considered safe. They are a tried and true method of protecting teeth from cavities, and their long service life makes them a practical tool for cavity prevention.
Should My Child Get Dental Sealants?
Your child is a good candidate for dental sealants if their permanent pre-molar or molars have come in.
How Long Do Dental Sealants Last?
Dental sealants can last as long as five years. You can make dental sealants last longer by avoiding chewing on very hard foods and by avoiding using your teeth to chew on things that are not food (like ice and plastic).
Want Dental Sealants for Your Child? Contact Us
Do you want dental sealants for your child or yourself? Contact your dentist in Hartford, CT. Call Capitol Dental Associates to make an appointment.
