Sealants – Dental Health Society https://dentalhealthsociety.com Information on Dental Health and Dental Services Mon, 08 Apr 2024 14:53:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.12 My Dentist Suggested Sealants. What Are They? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/sealants/my-dentist-suggested-sealants-what-are-they/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my-dentist-suggested-sealants-what-are-they Mon, 08 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0000 http://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=317 This updated post was originally published on June 4, 2018. During a recent dental visit, your dentist may have recommended sealants for you or your child. But what exactly are dental sealants, and why are they important? A dental sealant is a thin, protective coating your dentist applies to the chewing surfaces of  teeth to...

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]]> What Are Dental Sealants Made Of? (And Are They Toxic?) https://dentalhealthsociety.com/sealants/what-are-dental-sealants-made-of-and-are-they-toxic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-are-dental-sealants-made-of-and-are-they-toxic Mon, 25 Sep 2023 21:40:29 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=2368 Dental sealants are a preventive dental treatment designed to protect teeth from decay and cavities. They are commonly recommended for children and teenagers, but adults can benefit from them as well. One concern that often arises when discussing dental sealants is their composition. Dental sealants are made of safe and reliable materials, none of which...

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]]> How Long Do Dental Sealants Last? And Are They Worth It? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/sealants/how-long-do-dental-sealants-last-and-are-they-worth-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-long-do-dental-sealants-last-and-are-they-worth-it Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:02:21 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=2347 Dental sealants provide a preventive measure, offering an additional layer of protection for teeth against cavities and decay. But how long can a patient count on dental sealants to stay effective? Learn about the durability of dental sealants, the factors that influence their longevity, and how a patient can ensure their optimal performance. What are...

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]]> Are Dental Sealants Right for Your Kid? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/general/are-dental-sealants-right-for-your-kid/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=are-dental-sealants-right-for-your-kid Mon, 28 Feb 2022 17:30:00 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1735 Dental sealants are usually used to prevent cavities. But sometimes they can be used to seal up minor cavities as well. Whether sealants are right for your kid depends on many things. For example, one child’s back teeth might be smooth. Another’s could be full of nooks and crannies. Also, a small cavity might be...

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]]> Can Adults Get Dental Sealants? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/sealants/can-adults-get-dental-sealants/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=can-adults-get-dental-sealants Mon, 15 Nov 2021 16:41:21 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1632 Dental sealants are a safe and effective way to prevent cavities for kids. But are they just for kids? After all, tooth decay can still happen at any age. Why shouldn’t adults get dental sealants, too?  Instead of asking “can adults get sealants?” (the short answer: They can), a more relevant question is whether the...

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]]> Should You Put Sealants on Baby Teeth? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/sealants/should-you-put-sealants-on-baby-teeth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=should-you-put-sealants-on-baby-teeth Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:14:00 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1538 It is natural for parents to want what is best for their kids, and that includes their dental health. To prevent cavities, some parents invest in dental sealants for their children. How young is too young to get sealants? Can a dentist put sealants on baby teeth? While sealants are typically applied to permanent teeth,...

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]]> Symptoms of Cavities in Kids https://dentalhealthsociety.com/fillings/symptoms-of-cavities-in-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=symptoms-of-cavities-in-kids Mon, 28 Sep 2020 14:39:46 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1150 One CDC report estimates that one in five children between the ages of 5 and 11 have at least one untreated cavity. In fact, tooth decay is the most common chronic disease for children in that age group. Unfortunately, that means that most kids will get a cavity sooner or later. The good news is...

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]]> The Scary Truth About Halloween and Dental Work https://dentalhealthsociety.com/crowns/the-scary-truth-about-halloween-and-dental-work/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-scary-truth-about-halloween-and-dental-work Tue, 22 Oct 2019 16:29:34 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=709 Kids aren’t the only ones who enjoy Halloween goodies. Plenty of adults like to eat candy and treats too. Everyone has heard warnings about Halloween treats that can cause cavities, but they can also wreak havoc with dental restorations and orthodontics. That goes for kids’ fillings or sealants as well as grownups’ bridgework or Invisalign. ...

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]]> Help! My Kid Has a Mouth Full of Cavities! https://dentalhealthsociety.com/fillings/help-my-kid-has-a-mouth-full-of-cavities/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=help-my-kid-has-a-mouth-full-of-cavities Tue, 27 Aug 2019 16:42:57 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=660 The last thing a parent wants to hear at the dentist is that his or her kid has a bunch of cavities. Not only are fillings and additional expense, but most parents feel a certain amount of guilt when their children have cavities. In reality, cavities are common and can pop up in children and...

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]]> Answers to 9 Common Questions About Dental Care for Kids https://dentalhealthsociety.com/family-dentist/answers-to-9-common-questions-about-dental-care-for-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=answers-to-9-common-questions-about-dental-care-for-kids Wed, 07 Nov 2018 17:52:05 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=396 Seeing your child smile is one of the joys of parenthood. Taking care of their teeth can help protect that smile. When it comes to dental care for kids, parents have a lot of questions. A select group of dentists shared—and answered—the most common ones they encounter. 1. When Should I Make My Kid’s First...

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