What Is Fissure Sealant?

The caries preventive application, which is generally preferred for children, is a treatment that aims to prevent the formation of caries in the teeth by filling the deep cavities where caries can occur in the molars.

How Are Fissure Sealant Done?

Teeth are cleaned prior to caries prevention. Then, the tooth surfaces are made suitable for the application of the fissure sealant material by applying special materials. Then, the liquid caries preventer is applied to fill the cavities on the surface of the teeth. Immediately after, the treatment is completed by providing light-hardening.

When is Fissure Sealant Applied?

Caries preventative application is preferred in the following cases:

• In primary teeth with high caries risk,
• In molars with deep pits,
• In children at an early age who cannot provide oral care.

How Long Does Fissure Sealant Take?

After preparing the teeth, the process may take 2 to 3 minutes for each tooth.

What Are The Fissure Sealant Advantages?

Dental caries that may occur in the teeth of children who are prone to caries or who cannot adequately perform oral care are prevented. The application process is painless for the child. It is not harmful because it is produced from natural resins that prevent caries.

What Are the Disadvantages of Fissure Sealant?

Although caries preventers do not have a big disadvantage, they can prevent the child from biting in wrong applications. In addition, it may need to be reapplied at certain intervals due to wear over time.

What Should Be Done After Fissure Sealant?

Caries preventive is a supportive treatment in preventing dental caries. For this reason, it is necessary to pay attention to daily oral care after applying caries preventer. Caries preventer may show wear or breakage due to time and use. Biting hard objects, improper brushing and the use of acidic beverages should not be done because they accelerate abrasions.

What Are The Fissure Sealant Prices?

Fissure sealant price may vary from clinic to clinic. However, the price including VAT recommended by the Turkish Dental Association (TDB) for a single tooth is 290 TL.