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Many parents are full of questions about pit and fissure sealants
"Can I do pit and fissure sealing at the age of 3, why do some doctors say that tooth replacement is needed?"
"How many teeth can a child do with a single visit to the clinic?"
"Isn't it only the big tooth that needs to be sealed?
"After pit and fissure sealing, can the child still eat chewing gum?"
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Fissure sealing is a measure to prevent tooth decay, especially for pits and fissures and punctates on the occlusal surface of the tooth. Because these areas are difficult to clean, they tend to accumulate food debris and bacteria, which can lead to tooth decay. Pit and fissure sealants are effective in preventing tooth decay by coating the tooth surface with a protective resin material to seal off these areas that are susceptible to erosion.
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Why pit and fissure sealant?
Children's teeth, especially primary molars and permanent molars, are areas of high incidence of dental caries due to their deep pits and fissures on their surfaces, which tend to accumulate bacteria and food debris. Pit and fissure sealants can significantly reduce the risk of tooth decay and protect dental health.
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The best time for pit and fissure sealing
Primary molars: 3-4 years old
First permanent molars (sixth instar teeth): 6-7 years old
Second permanent molars: 11-13 years old
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Foods that are too hard or too sticky should be avoided immediately after pit and fissure sealing.
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Recheck regularly to ensure that the sealant is intact, and re-seal it in time if it falls off.
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Pit and fissure sealants are not permanent and may wear out or fall off over time and require regular inspection and maintenance.
Do adults need pit and fissure sealing?
Pit and fissure sealants can also be performed in adults, especially those with deep tooth pits and fissures and a high risk of tooth decay. Even middle-aged and older people may consider pit and fissure sealing if their teeth are still deep.
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In addition to the effective prevention of tooth decay, pit and fissure sealing in children has some additional benefits:
Preventive measures
Pit and fissure sealants are a preventative measure to reduce the risk of tooth sensitivity and early caries in children.
Painless treatment
The process of pit and fissure sealing is painless and helps children develop a positive attitude towards dental treatment and reduces fear of dentists in the future.
Protects newly erupted teeth
For newly erupted permanent molars (sixth instar teeth), pit and fissure seals can provide additional protection because these teeth have deep pits and fissures that tend to accumulate food debris and bacteria.
Promote good oral hygiene habits
The process of pit and fissure sealing can serve as an opportunity to educate children about the importance of oral hygiene, encouraging them to develop good brushing and flossing habits.
Reduces the risk of early tooth decay
For children at high risk of dental caries, fissure sealants can significantly reduce the risk of tooth decay.
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Article source: Zhang Ao
(Disclaimer: This article is only for health science popularization and is not used for any commercial advertising purposes, and does not provide diagnosis and treatment advice, nor can it represent the examination and treatment of the hospital.) If you have any related diseases, please seek medical treatment in a regular hospital in time and follow the doctor's instructions. Some of the pictures come from the Internet, the copyright belongs to the original author, if your rights and interests are violated, please inform us in time, we will delete as soon as possible. ）
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