Molars have deep fissures on their chewing surfaces, and food and bacteria settle into those narrow crevices faster than bristles can sweep them out. That makes back teeth a common starting point for decay in children, teens, and many adults. A dental sealant fills in those crevices with a protective resin, giving plaque fewer places to hide.
Empower Dental Group, Burbank – Coastland Dental places sealants as part of our general dentistry services in Burbank. The visit is short, there are no shots or drilling involved, and our team welcomes families in English, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, and Armenian.
Preventing decay is easier, faster, and usually less costly than repairing a tooth after a cavity forms.
Ask about sealants at your next checkup in Burbank, CA. Call our office or book online.
A sealant is a liquid resin that bonds to the enamel on the biting surface of a molar or premolar. Once hardened, it fills in the fissures and creates an even surface that brushing can keep clean. Sealants may be clear, white, or lightly tinted, so they blend in with the tooth.
According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, sealants help protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth from decay. They work alongside fluoride and good brushing habits, not in place of them.
No anesthesia is needed, since nothing is removed from the tooth.
Short appointments fit easily into a routine checkup.
Lasting protection can hold up for years with regular monitoring.
A well-maintained sealant often protects a tooth for years, though chewing slowly wears it down. We look at each one during routine exams and can repair or reapply a sealant if part of it has chipped or thinned.
Sealants have been used in dentistry for decades. Some parents ask about BPA, and current research suggests exposure from a sealant is very low. We are happy to talk through any questions before treatment.
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Sealing a tooth takes only a few minutes, and several teeth can be treated in one visit.
We polish the molar to clear away plaque and food debris from the fissures.
A mild solution roughens the surface slightly, then the tooth is rinsed, dried, and kept isolated.
The resin is brushed into the fissures and set with a blue light in seconds.
We confirm the sealant is secure and adjust any spots that feel high when you bite down.
Sealants are most often recommended for children, but they can help patients of many ages. Good candidates include the following.
A sealant is preventive and sits on top of healthy enamel. A filling is restorative and replaces tooth structure that decay has already damaged. If your exam shows an early cavity on a molar, that tooth may need restorative care instead. Pairing sealants with fluoride treatment covers both the fissures and the smooth surfaces of the teeth.
Sealants are among the more affordable preventive services in dentistry. Dental plans frequently include sealant benefits for younger patients, though age and tooth limits may apply. We accept all PPO plans in network, along with HSA and FSA. If you need other treatment, financing through CareCredit, Affirm, HFD, Alphaeon, and Happen Bank can help. See our financing and insurance page for more.
The easiest time to add sealants is during a routine dental exam and cleaning, when the teeth are already clean and checked for decay.
Want to keep cavities away from your family’s back teeth? Contact Empower Dental Group, Burbank – Coastland Dental to schedule a sealant visit.
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No. Nothing is drilled or removed, so numbing is not needed. Most patients only notice the taste of the materials and the brief light.
Many dentists suggest sealing permanent molars soon after they erupt, often around ages 6 and 12. Your dentist will check which teeth are ready.
Not at all. Adults whose molars are still healthy but have deep fissures and no fillings on the chewing surface may be good candidates.
Usually just a few minutes per tooth. Sealants are often placed during the same visit as a cleaning.
None. The resin is fully set before you leave the chair, and meals and drinks are fine right away.
You may notice a slight difference at first. We check your bite and smooth any high spots before you go.
Sealants are meant for healthy enamel. A tooth with active decay generally needs to be treated first.
No. Sealants guard the chewing surfaces only, so daily brushing, flossing, and fluoride are still important.
Sealant benefits are common for younger patients, and plan rules vary for adults. We accept all PPO plans in network, along with HSA and FSA. Our team can verify your benefits.
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