Sealants Prevent Cavities in Kids

Most of my writing focuses on what we can do as parents to improve and safeguard the oral health of our kids and whole family.  However, there are a few things that your dentist can do to prevent cavities.  Sealants are one of them!  The following is information from a recent study done by Delta Dental, one of the largest dental insurers in the country.  They are very interested in whether the money they spend for their client's oral health is effective!

Cavities are almost entirely preventable, and a recent study shows that sealants — especially when combined with professional fluoride treatments — are among the best tools to help children fight tooth decay early in their lives. However, the study also cites sealants recently ranking ninth in children’s dental procedures, suggesting a lack of community awareness about sealant effectiveness.