Sealants used to be considered for children's teeth only. Now we are finding that adults too, can benefit from sealants. Sealants are plastic coatings that are placed on the etched surface in the grooves of teeth-typically on the back molars and sometimes on pre-molars. It helps prevent sugars and bacteria from getting into those deep fissures and cause decay. CDA.
Used to prevent caries (tooth decay), sealants are a plastic liquid which is placed on the top surfaces of posterior teeth. The sealant hardens into place, forming a shallow surface that is easily cleaned with a toothbrush.
a thin, clear resin substance that is applied to the biting surfaces of teeth to prevent decay.
a clear or shaded plastic material that is applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. The sealant acts as a barrier, protecting the decay-prone areas of the back teeth.
Thin resin material bonded in the pits and fissures of back teeth for the prevention of decay
Plastic resin placed on the biting surfaces of molars to prevent bacteria from attacking the enamel and causing caries.
Plastic coating applied to grooves of teeth to prevent decay.