Basically Dentistry: Procedures explained

K Bhagwandin

A fissure sealant is a type of filling placed onto newly erupted molar teeth to protect them from cavities. It is usually done on children from around 5 years old, when their molars start to erupt. It’s a fairly standard procedure, so I’ll explain how it works.

1. A normal polish is done first, which helps to clean the surfaces of the molars.
2. A gel is applied to help the fissure sealant stick to the tooth.
3. The tooth is dried using air.
4. Cotton rolls are placed around the tooth to keep it dry.
5. A white gel is placed into the pits and fissures of the tooth.
6. A blue light is used to harden the gel.
7. The bite is checked using blue paper.

         TIPS

• It’s a simple and painless procedure and a good way to get children used to going to the dentist.
• There is no drilling and no injections required.

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