Prevention is Better Than Cure

Here at Newcomb Dental, we believe prevention is always better than cure. While we offer a wide range of dental restorations to fix existing issues, our specialist dentists also provide fissure sealants and other forward-thinking preventative solutions.

Fissure Sealants: A Preventative Solution

Fissure sealants are made from a plastic material that’s placed in the pits and fissures of individual teeth to prevent tooth decay before it gets out of hand.

How Do Fissure Sealants Work? Fissure sealants act like a shield, protecting your teeth from bacteria that tend to settle in the pits of the chewing surface. While sealants can be applied to any teeth, they are particularly common in molars and premolars, where grooves and fissures are more likely to develop. Instead of waiting for these pits to get wider and deeper over time, fissure sealants offer an affordable and safe way to protect your teeth before decay becomes an issue.

How Long Do Fissure Sealants Last? Thanks to advances in the materials used, fissure sealants typically last for many years. They can wear out over time and may require replacing in some situations. Sealants can be applied at any time and are completely painless to install. They are often placed during childhood when the early signs of pitting and decay are first recognized.