What are Sealants?
Sealants are tooth colored restorative materials that are usually placed into the grooves of the back teeth (molars, premolars, and sometimes the lingual surfaces of the anterior teeth with deep pits) to prevent cavities from forming.
The deep grooves on the chewing surfaces of the teeth are very hard to clean. When sealant is applied, the chewing surface of the tooth feels flatter and smoother, eliminating any hiding places, where toothbrush bristles can’t reach.