Your teeth are very important tools that you need in order to have a strong and healthy oral cavity. In order to protect them, Dr. Derek Lichter proudly provides dental sealants at our office.
A dental sealant is a thin, plastic material that is painted onto the surfaces of your teeth to protect them from bacteria, decay and infection. A dental sealant is generally used for the back molars, and is extremely beneficial for children who have poor oral hygiene habits, teens who are vulnerable to decay and adults who have never suffered from tooth decay or received a dental filling in their back molars. This is a product that feels completely natural and can fall within the crevices and grooves of your teeth.
The process involved in placing the dental sealant only requires a short amount of time and it begins with our dentist and team thoroughly cleaning the tooth that is receiving the sealant. When the tooth is clean and dry, our dentist will apply a gentle acid solution onto its surface to slightly roughen it up, which helps the sealant completely bond to the tooth. We will then rinse and dry your tooth a second time. When your tooth is ready, our dentist will paint the sealant onto the tooth and will harden it with a special dental light.
If you would like to know more about dental sealants in Chula Vista, California, or to schedule your appointment with our dentist, please call us today at 619-591-8945!
