Dental sealants are most commonly recommended for children younger than 16 years of age to prevent tooth decay and cavities. However, sealants may also be recommended for:
Children and teenagers – As soon as the six-year molars (the first permanent back teeth) appear or any time throughout the cavity prone years of 6-16.
Infants – Baby teeth are occasionally sealed if the teeth have deep grooves and the child is cavity prone.
Adults – Tooth surfaces without decay that have deep grooves or depressions that are difficult to clean.