The sealant is a liquid material that flows through all the grooves on the chewing surface of a tooth and is hardened. They are used mostly in molars of adult teeth. The sealant protects the chewing surface of the teeth from the formation of cavities. They do not protect in between the teeth. The research done on the pit and fissure sealants are showing they last 7 to 15 years with some research finding they last a life time with the proper maintenance.
Using fluoride is one of the best ways to help prevent tooth decay. Fluoride makes the tooth surface stronger and more resistant to tooth decay. Fluoride can be found by prescription, from your dentist, in vitamins and in water that you drink. We prescribe a very low dose of fluoride. I use Luride brand at .25% This is an adequate dosage depending on your water source
We work very hard to educate our patients in an effort to prevent oral disease. There is so much now available in the way of products and procedures that aid us in good prevention of tooth decay. So many kids today can experience life with no oral disease.