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PROTECTING YOUR CHILD’S SMILE WITH DENTAL SEALANTS AT SMYLE HAUS GENERAL & COSMETIC DENTISTRY
At Smyle Haus General & Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Arkady Khaykin and our team [https://dentistinredbank.com/]may recommend dental sealants [https://dentistinredbank.com/services/preventive-dentistry/sealants/]as a preventive measure to protect your child’s teeth from decay. Understanding how sealants work and their benefits can help you make informed decisions about your child’s oral health.
WHY ARE SEALANTS IMPORTANT?
Dental sealants are designed to shield the chewing surfaces of the back teeth, where cavities are most likely to form. These protective coatings are highly effective in preventing tooth decay. Dr. Arkady Khaykin [https://dentistinredbank.com/about-us/] often suggests sealants for children and teenagers, but adults can also benefit from them.
The molars, being located at the back of the mouth, are harder to clean thoroughly. Sealants can significantly reduce the risk of cavities by preventing up to 80% of decay in the first two years. Even after four years, sealants continue to block about 50% of decay. Studies show that children with sealants are over three times less likely to develop cavities compared to those without.
WHEN SHOULD SEALANTS BE APPLIED?
Sealants are most effective when applied as soon as your child’s molars emerge. Typically, the first set of molars appears around age 6, and ...
