Sealants are a plastic material
and as such may break
partially or completely from the tooth.
To keep the
sealants in good condition avoid:
- Grinding your teeth
- Chewing ice
- Popcorn kernels
- Hard and/or sticky candy and
foods
Doing any of the above may result in
sealant loss.
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Sealant retention is about 85%
over a three year period. The most common area of sealant loss is the
upper six year molars for children and the molars for adults because two surfaces are sealed and the junction is stressed
with chewing.
Sealants will be
repaired as a
courtesy if loss should occur up to 6 months after placement.
It is recommended you come and
see us every six months:
Five to ten percent of all
sealants will need repair or replacement each year. This is why visiting
your dentist every six months is critical.
The phosphoric,
citric, tartaric and/or carbonic acid in soda
in now linked to breaking down the tooth enamel around dental
sealants and fillings leading to more extensive dental treatment.*
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Replacement of sealants is
recommended after five years; as the margins or borders of the sealant may begin
to leak.
Sealants are not a guarantee
against decay. However they have been found to be greater than 90%
effective in preventing of decay if the above recommendations are followed along
with good oral health care and six month visits to the dentist.
Good oral hygiene is the most important
in avoiding decay.
If oral hygiene is poor decay may still occur
around the sealant or if a sealant is lost.
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February 06, 2008
Picture: Ms.Flossy
* Growing Up in the 21st Century, Dentalnotes, pg 1
Spring 2003
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