Dental Sealants in La Verne, CA
Prevent Cavities Before They Start
Dental sealants are a fast, effective way to shield your teeth from cavities — especially the molars and premolars that are hardest to keep clean. At Pearl Dental Group, we provide protective sealants for both kids and adults as part of our preventive care services in La Verne, Claremont, and San Dimas.
Applied in just minutes, sealants act as a barrier against food particles and plaque, keeping teeth healthier between visits. They’re especially helpful for children, but can benefit anyone with deep grooves in their teeth or a higher risk of tooth decay.
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What Are Dental Sealants?
Sealants are thin, plastic coatings painted onto the chewing surfaces of back teeth. Once hardened, they form a protective shield that helps:
- Block bacteria and plaque from settling into the grooves of molars
- Reduce the risk of cavities and decay in hard-to-brush areas
- Support long-term oral health with minimal maintenance
We often recommend sealants during your child’s routine cleaning and exam, but adults can also benefit, particularly if you have a history of cavities or sensitive molars.
Who Should Get Sealants?
Sealants are especially beneficial for:
- Children aged 6 to 14, when molars are most at risk
- Teens with deep grooves in their back teeth
- Adults with no existing fillings in their molars
- Patients prone to cavities or early decay
- Individuals undergoing preventive treatments like fluoride
Our pediatric dentistry team often combines sealants and fluoride to give kids the strongest possible defense against cavities.
What to Expect During the Procedure
The sealant process is fast, painless, and doesn’t require numbing. Here’s what you can expect:
- We thoroughly clean and dry the tooth.
- A special solution is applied to help the sealant bond to the enamel.
- The sealant is brushed onto the tooth surface.
- A curing light is used to harden the material in seconds.
The whole process typically takes 5–10 minutes per tooth and provides protection for several years. We'll check your sealants at every dental exam and reapply them as needed.
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Protect Your Smile with Sealants Today
Whether you’re a parent looking to protect your child’s new molars or an adult hoping to reduce your cavity risk, Pearl Dental Group offers quick, effective dental sealants tailored to your needs. We proudly serve patients throughout La Verne, Claremont, and San Dimas with preventive dental care that makes a lasting difference.
Call us at (909) 596-5959 or book your appointment online to learn more about sealants and how they can help protect your smile.
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