Fissure Sealants for Children in Mitcham
Fissure sealants are a preventive dental treatment used to protect children’s teeth from decay. They involve applying a thin protective coating over the deep grooves of the back teeth, helping reduce the risk of food and bacteria becoming trapped.
At Dental Kraft Mitcham, fissure sealants are commonly recommended for children as soon as their adult molars erupt to help protect these teeth during the cavity-prone years.
Why Are Fissure Sealants Important?
The chewing surfaces of back teeth naturally contain deep grooves and pits that can be difficult for children to clean properly.
Fissure sealants help:
- Prevent food and plaque buildup
- Reduce the risk of cavities in molar teeth
- Protect newly erupted adult teeth
- Make teeth easier to keep clean
- Support long-term preventive dental care
Sealants are especially beneficial for children who are at higher risk of tooth decay.
When Should Children Get Fissure Sealants?
Fissure sealants are usually recommended:
- When the first adult molars erupt (around age 6)
- Again when second molars erupt (around age 12)
- For children with deep grooves in their teeth
- For children with a history of tooth decay
Applying sealants early helps protect teeth before decay begins.
What Happens During the Procedure?
Fissure sealants are quick, comfortable, and non-invasive.
The process involves:
- Cleaning and preparing the tooth surface
- Applying a special bonding solution
- Placing the protective sealant material into the grooves
- Hardening the sealant with a curing light
The procedure is painless and usually completed within a single visit.
