Dental Sealants are plastic and thin coatings painted into the grooves or the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. Sealants are the painless and simple procedure that dentists can place and can prevent tooth decay.
Children or teenagers in the age group of 5 to 18 need dental sealants because their teeth are prone to the cavity. Due to the eruption of permanent teeth between the ages of 5 and 12, it is important to apply sealants and keep permanent teeth healthy. Children who don’t get sealants can experience tooth decay.
The average lifespan of Dental Sealants is around 1-2 years.