Every day our teeth suffer damage due to eating and drinking. While we do our best to maintain our oral hygiene, our teeth still suffer damage, become stained, and weaken over time. There is a way to help protect your teeth from day-to-day wear and tear that almost anybody is eligible for if you know to ask your dentist about them. The solution you are looking for is known as a dental sealant. If you live in Woodstock, VT, Sunset Valley Dental can help you by applying a dental sealant to your teeth in as little as one visit.
Dental sealants are a great investment as they help protect your teeth and can last for years. The time you’ll save not having to come to the dentist to fill cavities and for teeth whitening will be well worth it, not to mention the money on all those treatments you will not need.
Dental sealants are most effective the earlier they are applied. Starting when your children are young and have just started getting their permanent teeth will yield the most benefit. Sealants are placed over the chewing surfaces of the teeth and form a tight bond to keep out harmful food and drink that damage and stain our teeth. These sealants can generally last 3-5 years with proper maintenance.
Though our dentist at Sunset Valley Dental in Woodstock, VT, recommends them for children as early as possible, that does not mean that adults cannot benefit from them either. As long as you still have your natural teeth and want to keep them in good shape, chances are you are a good candidate for a dental sealant. If this sounds like something you would like to use to protect your and your family’s teeth, then stop by our office today and talk with our dentist about getting you started on dental sealants. A good oral hygiene routine keeps your teeth in great shape for decades.