It basically consists of cleaning the teeth and placing the sealant material. A curing light, generally of the blue spectrum, is then allowed to shine on the sealant material. This light starts the chemical process that hardens the sealant material. It is important to keep the tooth dry during the curing process so the sealant will stick to the tooth. No anesthetic is required.
Sealants are a safe, effective and economical way to prevent cavities.
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