Can adults have dental sealants applied? i know that dental sealants are usually applied on the 6 and 12 year molars, but i never had that done. i have some deep grooves in two of my molars that are just about impossible for me clean. could i have sealant

Yes : Yes an adult could have sealants placed, but is it necessary? It might be a good idea for you if you are cavities prone and you really cannot clean those deep groves. However, if you have not had cavities in those grooves by age 32 there might be an easier way to keep you teeth free of decay like flouride treatments.

Sealants: Adults can have sealants as well. This is not commonly performed since adult teeth have less grooves due to wear. If you are cavity prone, you can also discuss other ways of caries prevention with your dentist.

Yes: Sealants can be applied to deeply grooved teeth at any age. However, you should not consider this a final solution to preventing decay. Keep working to keep these teeth clean. Molar teeth have five surfaces and a sealant will not protect all of them, only where there are the deep grooves you asked about.

Yes They Can!: Dental sealants help reduce the risk of developing cavities on the biting surfaces of teeth. Doesn't matter how old you are, they do the same thing.