Sealants
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. After the permanent molars arrive a composite material can be placed on top to prevent decay in the deep grooves of the tooth. This fast and painless procedure can prevent decay in the common areas of the mouth. Often covered by insurance for youth- check your plan today!
Dental Sealants in Kahului
Protecting your child’s smile today can prevent cavities tomorrow. At Kahului Dental, we offer dental sealants—a quick, painless way to shield teeth from decay.
🛡️ What Are Dental Sealants?
Sealants are thin, protective coatings that your dentist applies to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (molars and premolars). These areas are more prone to cavities because their deep grooves and pits can trap food and bacteria.
Sealants create a smooth, protective barrier that makes teeth easier to clean and helps prevent cavities from forming.
👩👧 Who Benefits From Sealants?
Children & Teens – Most effective when applied soon after permanent molars come in (around ages 6 and 12).
Cavity-Prone Adults – Sealants can also help adults who are at higher risk of tooth decay.
🦷 How Sealants Are Applied
Getting sealants is simple and completely painless:
Teeth are cleaned and dried.
A gentle gel prepares the surface.
The sealant material is painted on.
A special curing light hardens the sealant in seconds.
The entire process takes only a few minutes per tooth.
🌟 Benefits of Dental Sealants
Prevent cavities before they start
Save money and time on future dental work
Long-lasting protection (often 5+ years)
Quick, painless, and safe for kids and adults
📅 Caring for Sealants
Sealants can last for many years with proper brushing, flossing, and regular checkups. During routine visits, we’ll check the sealants and reapply them if needed.
👉 Protect your child’s smile with sealants.
Call or text Kahului Dental to schedule your appointment today. Prevention is the best way to keep teeth healthy for life!