Your child’s first dental exam at Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers should occur when the first teeth are in, usually between six months and one year of age. During your child’s first check-up at our Chesterfield office, we can discuss sealants, a clear layer of plastic applied to the grooved surfaces of the teeth.
Sealants protect the teeth and prevent cavities by filling in the crevasses where food particles can get caught and breed detrimental bacteria They are especially effective in the back teeth where most cavities occur.
The application process takes only one short visit to Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers. The teeth are cleaned, dried, and then the liquid sealant is applied to teeth and hardened: it’s quick and painless. Your child will be able to eat right after the appointment.
Sealants are covered by most Missouri dental insurance plans. For St. Louis parents who pay out-of-pocket, sealants are still cost-effective considering the cavities and future visits that can be avoided. Some Missouri dental insurance plans have age limitations for sealants. Check your policy if you are unsure of the qualifications. Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers often recommends having sealants applied as early as possible.
If properly cared for, Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers sealants can last for many years, protecting your child during the most cavity-prone ages.
Diligent oral hygiene and refraining from biting into hard objects are essential and will help the sealants last longer. Martin Buchheit will survey the sealants during routine dental visits and recommend re-application or repair if needed.
Sealants, brushing and flossing, a balanced diet, and twice-yearly Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers dental visits are important for pediatric dental health. For more specifics about sealants, contact Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers today.
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Contact Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers:
314-576-0088
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
14377 Woodlake Dr Ste 205
Chesterfield, Missouri
28036