Dental sealants is a type of tooth treatment which involves the use of plastic on one or more teeth for the purpose of preventing caries (cavities) or other forms of dental decay.Sealants protect chewing surfaces from tooth decay by keeping germs and eating it grooves . Research in dental sealants began in 1960 and early 1970, the first generation of cement became available and were approved by the FDA.
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What kind of teeth are better suited for.


Permanent molars are most likely to use sealant. The first molars usually come in the mouth when the child is about 6 years. Second molars appear at about 12 years. It is best if the sealant is applied soon after the teeth have erupted, before a chance decay.Sealants not 100% protection against tooth decay or "cavities" on the chewing surface. Research has shown that when, after a very minimal tooth decay, degradation has been progress.