Dental Sealants for Kids

June 15, 2010
Category: Dental
Tags: Pediatric   Sealants  

The hard to reach grooves and fissures on the chewing surfaces of children's teeth are highly susceptible to cavities. Even if your child brushes and flosses every day, it can be very difficult- and even impossible- to remove food and bacteria build up from the tiny crevices on certain teeth, placing your child at risk for tooth decay.

Through our pediatric department at Grove, we offer dental sealants- one of the latest developments in cavity prevention for little mouths. A sealant is a thin, clear coating that is bonded to the vulnerable chewing surfaces of children's molars and pre-molars, "sealing" the teeth and dramatically reducing the risk of decay.

Getting sealants is quick, comfortable and convenient at one of our four offices- Wheaton, Downers Grove, Bolingbrook and Lombard- and is completed in just one appointment. When properly cared for, sealants can last a long time, protecting your child's teeth throughout the most cavity-prone years. During continual care (cleaning) visits, your Grove pediatric dentist will check your child's sealants and make sure the teeth have optimal protection.

Prevention: The Key to a Cavity-Free Mouth
Parents, you can help your child fight tooth decay too. Dental sealants are only one step in the plan to keep your child cavity-free into adulthood. Encourage brushing, flossing and healthy eating as these too are essential for achieving a healthy beautiful smile. Bring your child in for continual care (cleaning) visits at Grove Dental, and be sure to ask us about periodic fluoride treatments as well. Fluoride is another defense against tooth decay for children. Continual care and preventive treatment will help your child's smile stay healthy and beautiful, will reduce the need for more involved dental treatment later, and will create a pleasant dental experience at a young age.

Let's face it. As a parent, you have enough to worry about it when it comes to your kids. Don't let cavities be one of them. At Grove, we have a team of pediatric dentists who specialize in dental care just for children. Together, we can help you and your child have a beautiful, healthy smile for a lifetime!

 

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