{"id":717,"date":"2019-08-07T15:21:29","date_gmt":"2019-08-07T15:21:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machiasdental.com\/?page_id=717"},"modified":"2021-07-12T03:29:39","modified_gmt":"2021-07-12T03:29:39","slug":"sealants","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/machiasdental.com\/procedures\/dental-treatment\/sealants\/","title":{"rendered":"Sealants"},"content":{"rendered":"

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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Sealants\u00a0protect teeth from tooth decay<\/b>\u00a0by adding a protective layer to keep out plaque. Ask Dr. James Sparaga how this wonderful technology can, quickly and easily, help you and your children fight cavities.[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What are sealants?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]The chewing teeth toward the back of the mouth, the molars and pre-molars, have pits and fissures that can be difficult to clean. If plaque is not properly removed, it results in tooth decay. Sealants are a\u00a0layer of composite plastic<\/b>\u00a0that Dr. James Sparaga can apply to your teeth to fill these pits and fissures to keep out the plaque. It\u2019s like a suit of armor for your teeth! While often used for children, they are also beneficial for any adults who are struggling with tooth decay.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are sealants for me?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Sealants are\u00a0most often used on children\u2019s molars and pre-molars<\/b>, soon after they get their permanent teeth. But there is no reason that they cannot be used on adults, and they often are. Any child or adult who is struggling with tooth decay, especially in the back, chewing teeth, can benefit from sealants. Ask Dr. James Sparaga about sealants for yourself and your family.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What can I expect from the sealant procedure?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]The procedure for placing sealants is very similar to the procedure for bonding or composite veneers. The appointment will start with a thorough exam and a professional cleaning. Dr. James Sparaga will use an etching solution that prepares the surface of the tooth to bond tightly with the sealant. The sealant is a\u00a0composite resin material<\/b>, a kind of plastic, that he will literally paint on the surface of the tooth. A special light will be used to instantly harden the sealant. Dr. James Sparaga will then check your bite, and make adjustments if the sealant is too thick. The hardened and firmly attached sealant is immediately ready for biting and chewing as normal.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What can I expect once I have sealants?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Sealants are considered\u00a0permanent restorations<\/b>, but that doesn\u2019t mean that they will last forever. They can, however, last up to five years or longer. If part or all of the sealant wears off of the tooth, there is no cause for concern. Not only is the material non-toxic, but the sealant can easily be repaired or replaced with the same procedure used to originally place it. Get to Dr. James Sparaga\u2019s office as soon as possible.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]
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[vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1566504773293{padding-right: 5px !important;}”][vc_column_text] SEALANTS [\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”3″ el_width=”10″ accent_color=”#e5b250″][vc_column_text]Sealants\u00a0protect teeth from tooth decay\u00a0by adding a protective layer to keep out plaque. 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