Sealants

Sealants for Kids and Adults

Snowy River Dental uses sealants to prevent future cavities and tooth decay.

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Sealants

Our goal is for our patients to require the least amount of dental treatment possible. Children who enter adulthood with the fewest restored teeth will enjoy the lowest risk of future problems. Along with teeth cleaning and prevention, sealants can dramatically reduce the number of cavities a child might develop over the course of their childhood. On the chewing surface of molars, deep grooves run into the center of the teeth. Under a microscope, these crevices might look like a deep canyon. In fact, most of them are narrower than a single toothbrush bristle but wide enough for bacteria to hide. It's easy to see how cavities can form in such a perfect hideout. If the grooves in permanent molars are sealed at a young age, the risk of decay occurring on the chewing surfaces decreases dramatically. Fortunately, at Snowy River Dental in Bellevue, ID this procedure can be done quickly and without any discomfort or anesthetic. The sealant material creates a smooth surface, filling in the grooves, making the biting surface easier for little hands to keep clean. A resin material is flowed over the grooves and sealed quickly with a blue activating light. Within a few minutes, your child’s teeth are protected against cavities. Sealants only last a few years and may need to be repaired or replaced periodically. But research confirms a 90% reduction in tooth decay along the chewing surface in sealed molars. This cost-effective, simple step may help your child enter adulthood with fewer fillings and less risk of significant dentistry in the future.

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A focus on preventive dentistry helps you maintain the highest standard of oral health while limiting dental expenditures. 
When you step into Snowy River Dental, you'll know you've found the perfect place for your family's care. 
Volumes of research confirm the influential role of smiles on our relationships and our self-esteem. 
Dr. Bradshaw’s background in restorative dentistry allows him to develop solutions for every scenario. 
Wisdom teeth, extra teeth, or very crowded teeth present situations that may mean treatment involving removal. 
Oral appliances offer simple, non-invasive care for a variety of conditions. 
You can experience dental treatment in a comfortable, customized approach with several different methods of sedation. 
Dr. Danton Bradshaw carefully selects technologies proven to deliver the finest experience to their patients. 
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