Preventative Sealants in Truganina
Preventative Sealants in Truganina
The grooves and pits in your teeth, known as fissures, are prone to tooth decay. Dental Fissure Sealants or Preventative Sealants provide a protective layer over these fissures to prevent decay.
Sealants are typically applied to the chewing surfaces of molars at the back of the mouth. They help reduce food and bacteria buildup in the fissures, preventing early tooth decay and cavities.
Made from tooth filling material, sometimes fluoride, fissure sealants can be white or clear. They are quick and painless to apply and are performed by our skilled Truganina dentist, dental hygienist, or oral health therapist.
The Procedure
If our Truganina dentist ascertains this is the right treatment for you, the procedure involves three steps:
The teeth undergoing treatment are thoroughly cleaned and dried.
The chewing surface of the tooth will be prepped for the fissure sealant.
The fissure sealant is applied to the tooth using a small brush and then hardened with a concentrated beam of ultraviolet light.
Fissure sealants are a non-invasive treatment that protects teeth from decay and cavities. By covering the deep pits and grooves of the teeth, the sealant shields them from harmful bacterial plaque that can lead to tooth decay.
While sealants typically last for several years, their longevity depends on diet and oral hygiene. Sealants protect the grooves of molars and premolars, but teeth are still vulnerable to decay and bacteria.
Visiting Progressive Era Dental in Truganina every six months is crucial for regular check-ups. During these visits, your dentist will assess your oral health and ensure the fissure sealant remains intact.
What is the cost of Preventative Fissure Sealant in Truganina?
TThe cost of getting a fissure sealant ranges from $40 to $90 per tooth. This price may vary if the condition of your teeth is severe and requires additional work by the dentist.
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