Post Treatment Care and Instructions
Sealants
Dental sealants are recommended by the American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the United States Public Health Service as an effective means of preventing cavities. Sealants are simply a thin, plastic, resin coating applied to the chewing surface of back teeth to cover pits and grooves where bacteria and food lodge to cause tooth decay.
Please avoid…
- Chewing hard or sticky foods and/or candy
- Chewing ice
- Chewing on hard objects (like pens or pencils)
It is recommended to repair or replace lost or partially broken sealants to maintain effectiveness over the years. We will check all sealants at your regular cleaning and exam appointment. They are guaranteed for one year after placement as long as you keep your regular recare appointments. It is important to remember that sealants are meant to be part of a complete program of dental health that includes dental checkups, fluoride, brushings, flossing and a good diet.
