Dental decay and cavity prevention
Fluoride has been a great benefit to patients of all ages in helping prevent
dental decay. Regular brushing and flossing lowers the chance of
developing "cavities."
The most decay-prone areas of teeth are the
grooves and depressions on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth, which require
further preventive care.
To prevent decay, a plastic-like coating called a sealant should be painted on
the chewing surfaces of all the back teeth. Studies have shown that sealants can
reduce tooth decay by as much as 90% to 100%.
The American Dental Association recommends that
sealants be placed as soon as the first adult back teeth come in at age 6 or 7.
Sealants should continue to be used as each adult back tooth comes into the
mouth. All back teeth that need to be sealed are present by age 13.
Sealant application is simple, fast, and painless.
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