Even if your child has never experienced a cavity, it’s a good idea to provide their smile the best protection our dentists in Ann Arbor, Plymouth, and Clarkston, MI, have to offer. With dental sealants, we’re able to drastically reduce your child’s risk of cavities. Best of all, the procedure only takes one visit to our offices and is simple enough to fit into a routine teeth cleaning appointment.
Here’s what else you need to know about tooth sealants for your child. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to one of our three Michigan dental offices. We’d be more than happy to help!
What Are Dental Sealants?
Bacteria love to hide where toothbrush bristles can’t reach. The good news is that dental sealants act like a raincoat for your child’s teeth. As the name suggests, they seal any deep grooves or divots that may appear on the chewing surfaces of your child’s molars. That way, plaque doesn’t have the opportunity to accumulate, break down your child’s enamel, and cause cavities.
Reduce Your Child’s Risk of Cavities
Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease affecting American children, according to the . For this reason, many parents decide to go ahead with .
Please keep in mind that the dental sealants procedure is not a replacement for practicing good oral hygiene. You will still need to make sure your child is brushing their teeth twice a day for at least two minutes at a time. Your child should also be flossing once a day to remove plaque and food particles caught between teeth.
Save Money
cost significantly less money than what it would cost to restore or extract a decayed tooth. That being said, we highly recommend that you check out your insurance coverage before your child’s next appointment with us. That way, you’ll be able to determine your current coverage under your policy and plan for any out-of-pocket expenses.
In general, most dental insurance plans will cover dental sealants for children up to a certain age. This is because insurance companies recognize the power of preventive care when it comes to maintaining a healthy smile.
Avoid Dental Emergencies
There’s never a good time to experience a toothache. Whether your child is starting school again in the fall or is in the middle of soccer season, dental pain is a serious disruption to their routine. A dental emergency will also disrupt your day, especially if you have to take time off from work to ensure your child receives the care they need.
No parent wants to see their child in pain. For this reason, many families choose pediatric dental sealants to prevent cavities from forming in the first place.
Help Form Positive Dental Experiences
It’s important that you set your child up for success during their early years. This means doing everything in your power to prevent cavities and other oral health concerns. One of the major benefits of dental sealants is that they’re fast, painless and highly effective.
By preventing cavities, you’ll be able to help your child form positive experiences of their time in the dental chair. You’ll also be able to significantly lower their risk of developing dental anxiety or fear later in life.
Book an Appointment for Dental Sealants
Our , are accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment and learn how your child could benefit from pediatric sealants, please call any of our Main Street Dentistry offices. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.
This blog post has been updated.