Fissure sealing for children in Kharkiv
Fissure sealing is a modern preventive procedure in pediatric dentistry that helps protect a child's chewing teeth from caries. There are natural depressions and grooves on the surface of molars, in which food debris and bacteria often accumulate. Even with good home hygiene, these areas are difficult to completely clean with a toothbrush.
At the FamiDent clinic in Kharkiv, we perform fissure sealing quickly, painlessly, and comfortably for your child. A special sealant fills the depressions in your teeth and creates a protective barrier that significantly reduces the risk of caries.
The procedure is especially recommended for children after the eruption of permanent chewing teeth, when the enamel is not yet strong enough and needs additional protection. Sealing helps to preserve healthy teeth and avoid future treatment.
How is fissure sealing done?
The procedure takes little time and does not cause pain or discomfort. Before sealing, the dentist examines the teeth and makes sure there is no caries.
- Professional tooth cleaning — plaque removal and surface preparation.
- Enamel treatment is the application of a special agent to better secure the sealant.
- Applying sealant - a liquid material fills fissures and protects them from bacteria.
- Lamp curing - the sealant quickly hardens under a special light.
After the procedure, the child can immediately return to their usual routine. The sealant is almost invisible on the teeth and does not interfere with chewing.
When is fissure sealing recommended?
The best time to perform the procedure is after the molars erupt. This is when the teeth are most vulnerable to cavities and need additional protection.
- At 2–3 years old - to protect baby chewing teeth.
- At 6–8 years old - after the eruption of the first permanent molars.
- At 11–13 years old - for the second permanent molars.
- With deep fissures and a tendency to caries.
- After the recommendation of a pediatric dentist during a preventive examination.
Fissure sealing is one of the most effective methods of preventing cavities in children. Regular check-ups with a dentist help monitor the condition of the sealant and maintain the health of children's teeth for many years.