Sealants
Dental Sealants for Kids in San Diego
Protecting Your Child’s Smile with Advanced Prevention
At Juni’s Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, we believe prevention is the best medicine for your child’s oral health. Dental sealants are one of our most effective tools for preventing cavities in children’s back teeth, providing years of protection and helping maintain healthy smiles throughout childhood and beyond.
What Are Dental Sealants?
Dental sealants are thin, protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth (molars and premolars). These teeth have deep grooves and pits that can be difficult to clean with regular brushing, making them prime locations for cavity development. Sealants act as a barrier, preventing food particles and bacteria from settling into these vulnerable areas.
How Effective Are Sealants?
Research shows that sealants can reduce cavities in back teeth by up to 80% in the first two years after application and continue to provide protection for many years when properly maintained.
Benefits of Dental Sealants
Sealants offer numerous advantages for children’s oral health and overall well-being.
Cavity Prevention: The primary benefit is dramatically reduced risk of cavities in sealed teeth, potentially saving your child from future dental work.
Cost-Effective: Sealants cost significantly less than treating cavities with fillings, crowns, or other restorative work.
Painless and Quick: The application process is comfortable and fast, with no anesthesia needed.
Long-Lasting Protection: With proper care, sealants can protect teeth for 5-10 years or longer.
Maintains Natural Tooth Structure: Unlike fillings, sealants don’t require removing any healthy tooth structure.
Peace of Mind: Parents can feel confident knowing their child’s most vulnerable teeth have extra protection.