What are Fissure Sealants?
Fissure sealants are materials that act as covers for the pits and grooves of the teeth. They help prevent bacteria, as well as food debris, from getting stuck in these areas of the teeth. In this way, they help protect the teeth from decay-causing elements.
What is the benefit of Fissure Sealants?
The greatest benefit of having dental fissures is that they prevent cavities which can be painful and expensive to repair.
Although they wear out over the years, they are inexpensive and painlessly installed. Sealants can last up to six years without needing to be replaced.
Cavities often develop in the places you cannot ordinarily reach with your daily brushing and flossing. Protecting these areas before they are affected by the bacteria that causes cavities can be a smart and simple way of preventing cavities from forming.
See related service: Restorative Dentistry
