Regular brushing and flossing are key in preventing tooth decay. Many dental problems start when children are young. Starting regular dental care early is one way to prevent a lot of oral health problems and treat the ones that due exist in their earliest stages. Pediatric dentists have several tools to help them keep primary and permanent teeth healthy so they will last an entire lifetime.
One treatment that has been shown to be very effective in preventing decay on molars and premolars is sealants. By treating each of these teeth with a Tooth Sealant Bellingham WA dentist help prevent decay by keeping food from touching the biting surface of the teeth. Many patients who have sealants applied shortly after their molars erupt never get a cavity in those teeth. Dental insurance plan that offer preventive care usually cover sealants for children within a specific time frame of when the permanent molars erupt.
While sealants are very popular for children, adults who never got them while they were younger or whose sealants wore off can get them as well. Although insurance may not cover this service, it could be worth it to pay for it out-of-pocket. When a person decides to get a Tooth Sealant Bellingham WA dentists simply apply a layer of plastic material to each tooth. The procedure only takes a few minutes and the teeth are protected as soon as the plastic hardens. Sealants last for several years before they need to be reapplied. Click here for more details about the tooth sealant in Bellingham, WA.
Children and adults should visit their dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning. These regular visits ensure there is no decay on the teeth and help the patient understand whether they are using proper brushing and flossing techniques. In addition to cleaning teeth and educating patients on proper oral health care, dentist also screen patients for oral cancer and look for signs of other health problems that might be apparent by looking inside the mouth. For example, some people learn they have diabetes after visiting their dentist for a routine exam. The experienced dental providers at Frere Smile Design help pediatric and adult patients achieve great oral health through treatment and prevention of disease.
