What are the benefits of dental sealants?

Prevents decay: Sealants are commonly done for children on their molars to seal the fissures (valleys) on the tops of the teeth. This helps to prevent decay in these areas. It is not usually done on adults but if you desire this, you should consult your dentist.

Reduces decay: Dental sealants reduce the incidence of dental decay on the top (occlusal portion) of the molar teeth.

Prevention: Sealants prevent cavities. Usually sealants are placed on the top of the back teeth. They can be the molars in toddlers or when the adult premolars and molars have just erupted fully.

Cavity Reduction: Dental sealants help reduce the risk of developing cavities on the biting surfaces of teeth.

Cavity Preventers: Posterior permanent teeth have deep grooves and crevices on the chewing surface. This is the most common area to get a cavity on these teeth. Dental sealants are a composite material that is flowed into these areas to make them "shallow valleys" so food and bacteria can't get stuck in these grooves, thus making it harder to get a cavity. Sealants are cost effective and easy for the patient.