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Dental Sealants in Reston, VA
Protect Your Teeth from Cavities with Easy, Long-Lasting Sealants
At Aglow Dental Studio, we believe prevention is the best defense against cavities and long-term dental issues. Our professional dental sealants offer an easy, highly effective way to protect your teeth — especially the back molars — from decay and damage. Dr. Rosemary Ahanor proudly provides dental sealants to patients of all ages throughout Reston, Sterling, Herndon, and surrounding Northern Virginia communities.
What Are Dental Sealants?
Dental sealants are a thin, protective coating applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (molars and premolars). These areas are especially vulnerable to decay because of the deep grooves and pits where food particles and bacteria can easily get trapped. Sealants act as a barrier, keeping cavity-causing bacteria at bay and making teeth easier to clean during daily brushing and flossing.
Sealants complement preventive services like dental cleanings and regular dental exams, forming a full protection plan for your smile.
Who Should Get Dental Sealants?
While dental sealants are most commonly recommended for children and teenagers, they are an excellent preventive tool for adults as well. Dr. Ahanor may recommend sealants for:
- Children whose permanent molars have erupted
- Teens at high risk of cavities
- Adults with deep grooves in their molars
- Patients with early signs of decay but without cavities
Our team at Aglow Dental Studio can assess whether sealants are right for you or your child during your next preventive care visit.
Benefits of Dental Sealants
Choosing to apply dental sealants can offer many advantages, including:
- Long-lasting protection (up to 10 years with proper care)
- Easy and painless application
- Significant reduction in cavity risk
- Improved oral hygiene by smoothing tooth surfaces
- Cost-effective preventive care that can avoid expensive restorative treatments
Pairing sealants with professional dental fillings when necessary ensures maximum tooth longevity.
What to Expect During Your Sealant Appointment
The process for getting dental sealants is simple and stress-free:
- Teeth are thoroughly cleaned and dried.
- A special solution is applied to roughen the surface slightly for better bonding.
- Sealant material is brushed onto the tooth and hardened with a curing light.
- The dentist checks your bite and makes any necessary adjustments.
Sealant placement is often performed at the same time as your dental cleaning, saving you an extra trip to the office.
Dental Sealants FAQs
How long do dental sealants last?
With good oral hygiene and routine dental exams, sealants can protect teeth for 5 to 10 years. Our team checks their condition at every checkup.
Do dental sealants hurt?
No. Sealant application is painless, requires no drilling or anesthesia, and typically takes only a few minutes per tooth.
Are sealants only for kids?
Although often applied to children's teeth, adults who are cavity-prone can also benefit from dental sealants. It’s never too late to protect your smile.
Will dental sealants change how my teeth feel?
Sealants may feel slightly different at first, but most patients adjust quickly. They soon become a natural part of your bite.
Are dental sealants covered by insurance?
Many dental insurance plans cover sealants for children and teens. Our patient info page provides more details about insurance and financing
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