Dental Sealants in Conway, SC
What Are They?
Dental sealants are thin plastic coatings on the back teeth. They are often applied to the rear molars and are helpful for patients who struggle with the development of dental caries, cavities, and decay.
At our office, our staff will first clean and examine your teeth to determine if you have preexisting oral health conditions that need treatment. For example, if you have gingivitis, we will clean out the infection from your gums.
Once your teeth are clean, we apply the plastic as a liquid, so it seeps into the edges and holes of your natural teeth. This is to ensure there is a thorough layer of protection. After a few minutes, the plastic will harden to a solid.
Who Needs Them?
The majority of dental associations recommend individuals between the ages of 6 and 14 be the primary recipients of sealants. This is because this demographic experiences the most frequent occurrences of dental caries and cavities because of poor oral hygiene and the consumption of sugary foods and beverages.
Do Sealants Feel Weird?
Many of our patients are often concerned that sealants will feel strange or make it difficult to eat. Because the layer of plastic is so thin, the majority of patients do not notice them. If your teeth do feel a little different after treatment, you will become accustomed to the change after a couple of days.
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Monday-Thursday: 8 am – 5 pm
Friday: Closed
Sat & Sun: Closed
