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What Are Dental Sealants and Why Are They Important in Early Dental Care for Kids?
Teaching your child the importance of brushing and flossing teeth is vital to prevent cavities and maintaining good oral hygiene. However, even if your child learns these great oral hygiene habits, cleaning the grooves in the teeth and back of the mouth is not easy. Food particles and bacteria can get stuck where the brush does not reach well.
Unfortunately, your child may have cavities, even when they practice good oral hygiene.
There is another way of safeguarding your child’s teeth that guarantees they are safe from cavities-dental sealants. Other ways to protect cavities include:
- Brushing and flossing at least twice a day
- Encouraging healthy snacks
- Regular visits to the dentist
Read on to learn more about dental sealants and how they benefit your child.
What Are Dental Sealants?
If you are in Surrey, British Columbia, getting your child to our dental office for dental sealants is the best thing you can do to keep your child’s teeth safe. As the name suggests, dental sealants seal and safeguard the teeth. The dentist will place them on the grooved areas with pits in the premolar and molars. So, they add an extra layer of protection over the areas that are hard to brush and more prone to cavities. The material creates a smooth surface, protecting your child’s teeth from cavities.Â
Using dental sealant to apply early dental care for children is vital to help prevent tooth decay and other oral diseases. Therefore, children from the age of 6 to 14 years can get dental sealants.Â
The Benefits of Dental Sealants for Children
Applying dental sealants is a quick procedure that helps protect children’s teeth until they can master proper oral hygiene. However, you need to help your child handle dental anxiety to make the process successful. When it does, here are the benefits to gain.
- They Protect Against Cavity – The work of dental sealants is to protect your child’s teeth from cavities. They cover the top of premolars and molars with hard-to-reach grooves and pits. The smooth surface prevents bacteria from remaining on the teeth. Dental sealants can stay up to ten years.
- The Procedure is Painless – Applying sealants is quick and painless. The teeth are cleaned and prepared for the sealant using a mild solution. The work of the solution is to roughen the surface for easier bonding with the sealant. The sealant is then brushed onto the tooth.
- They Last Long – Sealants can stay on the teeth for ten years with proper care. The dentist will check them during your regular visits and might recommend repair if necessary.Â
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The Bottom Line
Early dental care in children is crucial. So, dentists recommend dental sealants to protect your child’s teeth from cavities. If you are interested in the procedure, Surrey Place Dental Group in Surrey, British Columbia, is here to help. Call our team at (604) 969-4212 and book an appointment.
Dr. Colin Loewen, DDS
Colin Loewen, DDS, graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and has been practicing in the Lower Mainland area ever since. He offers a comprehensive range of general dentistry services, including restorative and cosmetic treatments, as well as surgical procedures like implants and bone grafting. Dr. Loewen takes pride in his ability to help patients feel comfortable and well-informed about their care. He continually seeks to enhance his expertise by staying updated on the latest techniques and research in dentistry. This commitment has allowed him to expand his practice to include specialized services such as Invisalign and Botox therapy for aesthetics and TMJ disorders. Additionally, Dr. Loewen serves as a Board Member for both the Fraser Valley Dental Society and the British Columbia Dental Association.
Dr. Greg Chang, DMD
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Greg Chang, DMD, graduated from UBC Dental School. He has practiced mostly in Surrey and enjoys family dentistry. He is especially keen on sports dentistry, has been the BC Lions Football Club team dentist for over 20 years, and is a member of the Academy for Sports Dentistry. He also participates in UBC Dentistry’s Community Outreach programs that teach young children preventative oral health care and wellness. He focuses on the importance of a healthy diet and lifestyle for physical and emotional health in children.
Dr. Joy Maru, DDS
Joy Maru, DDS, completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta and his dental degree at Northwestern University in Chicago. He then moved to Vancouver and is currently practicing in Surrey. Dr. Maru also teaches at the University of British Columbia and is a board member of the BC Dental Association. He has over 20 years of experience with dental implants.
Dr. Praveen Islur, DDS
Praveen Islur, DDS, earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Western Ontario and his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry. He then followed a General Practice Residency at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Albany, NY. He has been a part of our team for over 17 years. Dr. Islur is a member of The Renaissance Study Club, Northwest Dental Club, California Center for Advanced Dental Studies, Nobel Biocare Esthetic Alliance Program, and Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Treatment and Education in Dentistry. He is a member of the BC Dental Association and the Canadian Dental Association and has been an Invisalign Certified Provider since 2007.
Dr. Lauren Chang, DDM
Lauren Chang, DDM, received her BSc at Queen’s University and moved to Sydney, Australia, where she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Sydney. Now, back in Vancouver, she’s excited to be a part of Surrey Place Dental Group.
Dr. Muhammad Ali, DDS
Muhammad Ali, DDS, obtained his Bachelor of Health Sciences from McMaster University in Hamilton and completed his dental education at the University of Toronto. He then followed a general residency at the Jacobi Medical Center in New York City, where he treated medically complex and underserved patients. He relocated to Vancouver and has been providing our community with the highest quality, well-informed, and comfortable dental treatments.
