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Keeping your child's teeth healthy is an important task that requires both regular dental check-ups and at-home care. One of the challenges that parents often face is preventing cavities in their children's teeth. Thankfully, modern pediatric dentistry offers two highly effective solutions for cavity prevention: dental sealants and silver diamine fluoride. In this blog, we'll explore the benefits of these treatments and how they can help protect your child's oral health.
Dental sealants are a thin, protective coating that adheres to the chewing surface of your child's back teeth. They've been used for decades and have been proven to reduce the risk of cavities in children by up to 80%. Sealants work by forming a protective shield over the enamel of each tooth, keeping out the bacteria and food particles that lead to decay.
Applying sealants is a quick and painless process. The dentist will clean and dry the tooth before placing an acidic gel on it. This gel roughens the tooth surface so the sealant can bond to it. Then, the dentist will rinse off the gel, dry the tooth, and apply the sealant onto the grooves of the tooth. A special blue light is used to harden the sealant.
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a liquid substance used to prevent tooth cavities and tooth decay. It's a non-invasive treatment that can stop decay in its tracks. SDF works by killing the bacteria that cause decay, hardening your child's tooth enamel, and even helping new enamel to grow.
The application of SDF is a quick, painless process that can be done during a regular dental visit. The dentist will apply the SDF solution directly to the affected teeth using a small brush. The procedure doesn't require any drilling or numbing, making it an excellent option for children who are anxious about dental procedures.
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