at Riverside Dental Group will go into further detail about dental sealants.
History of Dental Sealants
American scientists began researching dental sealants in the 1960s. The actual first generation of dental sealants were unveiled in the 1970s, and were soon after approved by the FDA for public use. Sealants were designed to be painted over the pits and fissures on back molars to block the area from trapping sugar and carbohydrate laden food particles. Once bacteria have a meal of sucrose, they produce lactic acid that damages enamel and provides a gateway for tooth decay.
How Dental Sealants Work
Dental sealants are comprised of thin plastic coatings that are applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth which have been identified as having deep grooves more prone to decay. These are the spots most likely to succumb to cavities in children and teens. Generally, sealants will be recommended by your Riverside, CA dentists once a child’s permanent molars have all erupted. This generally occurs at about age 12. Sealants are non-invasive and once painted on, will harden within about one minute.
Dental Sealants from Riverside, CA Dentists
Many of our Riverside, CA dentists specialize in dental care for children. With a gentle and friendly manner, your pediatric specialist will ease your children’s dental anxieties and provide them with the quality care they need. We can provide the whole family with x-rays, cleanings, exams, or meet any of your other comprehensive dentistry needs. Whether you are interested in preventive, cosmetic, or restorative dentistry services, we have you covered. We can also meet your orthodontic needs. Call our 92504 dentist office at (951) 689-5031 for all of your dental care needs.
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