Fissure Sealants Bundoora
At Radiant Smiles Dental Bundoora, we offer fissure sealants to help reduce the risk of decay in the grooves of back teeth. This preventive treatment may be considered for children, teenagers and some adults depending on their individual cavity risk and tooth anatomy.
Ask our Bundoora dental team whether fissure sealants may be suitable for you or your child.
Protect Your Child's Teeth with Dental Sealants
Back teeth, especially molars, have natural grooves called fissures that can be difficult to clean with regular brushing. Food, plaque and bacteria can collect in these areas, which may increase the risk of tooth decay. Fissure sealants are thin coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of selected teeth to create a barrier over these grooves.
At Radiant Smiles Dental Bundoora, Dr Chandni Passi and our caring team provide preventive dental care for children and adults. We use resin-based fissure sealants that bond to the enamel and cover selected grooves on the chewing surface of the tooth.
Fissure sealant placement generally does not require drilling or local anaesthetic when applied to an intact tooth. The procedure and individual experience can vary depending on the tooth and clinical circumstances. Sealants can wear or chip over time and should be checked during routine dental examinations.
Are Fissure Sealants Suitable for Me or My Child?
When Are Fissure Sealants Recommended?
Fissure sealants may be considered for:
- Children whose permanent molars or premolars have deep grooves that are difficult to clean
- Children or teenagers who may have an increased risk of decay in the chewing surfaces of back teeth
- Adults with deep fissures where a dentist considers sealant placement appropriate
The timing of fissure sealant placement depends on when the tooth erupts, the depth of its grooves and the individual’s risk of decay.
Why Consider Getting Fissure Sealants?
Fissure sealants are intended to cover deep grooves on selected teeth that can be difficult to clean. Depending on the tooth and individual risk of decay, they may:
- Create a physical barrier over selected pits and fissures
- Reduce the exposure of these grooves to plaque and food debris
- Be considered as part of a broader preventive dental care plan
- Be monitored and reapplied if they wear or chip over time
Your dentist can assess whether fissure sealants may be appropriate as part of your child’s preventive dental care.
What to Expect During the Sealant Procedure
1. Cleaning the Tooth
The tooth is cleaned thoroughly to remove plaque and debris.
2. Preparing the Surface
A special gel is applied to the chewing surface for a few seconds to roughen it slightly, helping the sealant stick better.
3. Application
The sealant material is brushed onto the grooves of the tooth.
4. Hardening
A curing light is used to harden the sealant material. Once set, the dentist checks the sealant and the patient’s bite where required.
Ask About Fissure Sealants for Cavity Prevention
Fissure sealants are a preventive dental treatment used to cover selected grooves in back teeth that may be at greater risk of decay. Suitability depends on the tooth and the individual's oral health and cavity risk.
Caring for Teeth with Fissure Sealants
Fissure sealants can wear or chip over time, so regular oral hygiene and dental checks remain important.
- Encourage brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste
- Limit sugary snacks and drinks
- Schedule regular dental check-ups and cleans
- Avoid biting hard items that may chip the sealant
How long a fissure sealant remains intact varies between patients and teeth. Sealants should be checked during dental examinations and may need repair or reapplication if they wear or chip.
Fissure sealants are made from dental materials that are applied to the grooves of selected teeth. Your dentist can explain the material being recommended, why a sealant may be appropriate and any relevant considerations before treatment.
Fissure sealants applied to intact teeth generally do not require drilling or local anaesthetic. Individual experiences can vary, and your dentist can explain what to expect before the procedure.
How long a fissure sealant lasts varies depending on the tooth, bite forces, oral habits and wear over time. Sealants are checked during routine dental examinations and may need repair or reapplication if they become worn or damaged.
No. Fissure sealants are commonly considered for children and teenagers, but some adults with deep grooves in their back teeth may also be suitable. A dentist can assess whether sealant placement is appropriate based on the individual tooth and decay risk.
Yes. Decay may still develop if decay was already present before placement, if the sealant does not fully cover the intended area, or if the sealant wears or becomes damaged over time. Regular dental examinations allow the dentist to monitor the sealant and surrounding tooth.
Book a Fissure Sealant Appointment in Bundoora
Preventive dental care can help support your child’s oral health as their teeth develop. At Radiant Smiles Dental Bundoora, our team can assess whether fissure sealants may be appropriate for selected teeth as part of their preventive dental care.
Book online or call our team today to schedule your fissure sealant appointment. We proudly serve families in Bundoora, Watsonia, Macleod, Rosanna, Reservoir, Mill Park, Thomastown, Lalor, Greensborough, Eltham, and nearby suburbs.
