Can children get sealants before all of their baby teeth come in? i would like get sealants for both of our kids, but neither of them have all of their baby teeth yet. is there any point in getting them yet?

Sealants : Sealants are usually placed on permanent teeth, not on baby teeth. And they are placed on the posterior (back) teeth, not the front teeth. The six year molars are the first permanent teeth that will come in that we usually put sealants on. If you want your dentist to place the sealants on your children's primary teeth, i'm sure you can speak to him/her and they will give you their opinion. There is no harm in doing it, just the expense.

Richland, Rarely, : Richland, rarely, are baby (primary) teeth sealed. Commonly, 1st molars (6 year molars) which coincidently come in around age six, should be sealed. Tweelve year molars (2nd molars) can be sealed around, wait for it.... Twelve years old. And some may seal adult premolars upon their eruption. I would focus on brushing their teeth twice a day for two minutes each time. Fluoride supplements dependent on your communities level of water fluoridization. And regular six months visits to your dentist for cleanings, exams, and Fluoride treatments. Finally, most responsible parents are aware the damage candy and soda can do to their kids teeth. But, are unaware of the dangers of fruit juice and later on, sports drinks. The keys are moderation, minimal exposure time, and cleaning after. Hope this is helpful, michael i. Wollock, dmd, agd fellow dentistry at suburban square 610-649-0313 www.Dentistryatsuburbansquare.Com.

Sealants : Sealants are more commonly applied to permanent posterior teeth (molars and premolars). The first of these teeth to erupt into the mouth occur at around the age of 6. At that time your dentist or pediatric dentist will advice which teeth could benefit from the sealants. On occasion primary (baby) teeth can be sealed, but again this is up to the dentist to determine if these teeth have deep enough grooves, pits and fissures to put these teeth at risk of chewing surface decay.

Sealants: Sealants are used to "seal" the grooves on chewing surfaces of permanent molars, which don't erupt until about 6-7. Does not protect from cavities between teeth. Concentrate on brushing 2x/day for 2 full minutes by the clock w pea-sized portion of t'paste. Prevent between-teeth cavities buy flossing your child's teeth daily--brushing doesn't clean between teeth. Have 6 month check-ups.