Dental Sealants in Pipe Creek, TX

At Pipe Creek Dental Center, receiving dental sealants is a straightforward, easy treatment that usually does not call for anesthesia. As a first step, Dr. Walker will examine the teeth to determine if dental sealants would be the right treatment for you or your child. Young people 6 – 12 years old are more likely to develop decay on the tops of their molars and premolars, making them ideal candidates for dental sealants. To prepare the teeth for the sealants, a professional on our staff will polish the enamel to get rid of any buildup, food particles, and germs from the chewing surfaces. The enamel is then dried, and a thin coat of sealant product is applied carefully into the grooves of the tooth using a tiny brush. An innovative curing light is then set over the tooth, which will strengthen the sealant casting in about 10 – 20 seconds. Once each sealant is in position, our team will check your jaws for alignment and provide you with instructions about how to efficiently take care of your sealants.

Immediately following your sealant appointment, you or your child will be able to carry on with your normal routine. Over the subsequent days, it will be crucial to avoid consuming tacky or hard foods to help keep your sealants from chipping as they set into your molars. Dr. Walker also advises patients to adopt a decent dental hygiene routine, including flossing and brushing their teeth no less than twice each day. When taken care of appropriately, dental sealants should remain in good condition for many years. Our professionals at Pipe Creek Dental Center will examine your mouth during regular oral evaluations and inform you when the sealants should be reapplied.