Pit and Fissure Sealants:
If your child has recently welcomed some new, permanent molar teeth, that is a good time to have them checked to determine if they would benefit from a Fissure Sealant.

Even though pits and fissures do occur naturally, they can deepen over time, leading to dental caries.

• A sealant is a thin resin material that is applied to pits and fissures of back teeth.
• Sealants protect bacteria from penetrating chewing surfaces and causing decay over time.
• A Sealant acts as a barrier, protecting the enamel from bacterial plaque in cavity-prone areas.
• Children are much more susceptible to tooth decay and should have their back teeth sealed as soon as the teeth grow in fully.
• In some cases, adults can be recommended sealants if the pit and fissures require sealing.
• Applying sealants is a quick, easy, and painless procedure. They are painted on and bonded in place.
• A much more affordable solution than the placement of a dental filling.
• Much less traumatic than to drill in a tooth to receive a dental filling.

• Fluoride fights cavities by strengthening the Enamel. Our teeth are in a constant battle between demineralization and remineralization, through acidic drinks or foods especially sugar-containing food items. Fluoride amps up the remineralization process and prevents cavities from occurring.
• Fluoride reverses small cavities. When demineralization outpaces remineralization, a cavity starts. In the early stages, a cavity is called an incipient lesion. These early lesions can be arrested or stopped by professional fluoride treatments and excellent oral hygiene at home.

Treatment is based on individual needs. We value each patient’s individual situation and will suggest the most appropriate treatment plan.

At Westshore, all insurance claims are submitted for your convenience. We will help you to get information about your coverage. We also follow the suggested fee guides that have been set by the Ontario Dental Hygienist Association.

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