Dental Sealants in Baraboo

Kids will always be kids. So when kids brush their teeth, they may not remove all bacteria and food particles. Grooves in premolars and molars are narrow and sometimes deep, which makes them hard to clean and perfect places for plaque to build up. Dental sealants add an extra layer of protection over deep grooves to keep out food, bacteria, and plaque.

What are dental sealants? They are thin plastic coatings that are painted on the surfaces of teeth to protect the deep grooves from plaque and decay. Plaque is produced on the teeth when starch and sugar particles (from food) mix with bacteria. Acids in the plaque can erode the tooth enamel and create a cavity.

Dental sealants are not just for kids. Babies and even adults with a high risk of tooth decay can have sealants done to prevent tooth decay. Dental sealants are a preventive dentistry treatment.

Parents who do not have dental insurance should still consider paying for dental sealants to give them and their kids extra protection from cavities. A dental sealant treatment costs less than dental restorations to fix cavities.

If you would like to learn more about dental sealants for you or your child, please call our office to make an appointment with one of our dentists!