Fissure sealants in Beenleigh are a quick, simple way to help protect back teeth from decay. Usually no needles or drilling are needed.
What are fissure sealants?
A fissure sealant is a thin, tooth-coloured coating painted into the deep grooves, or fissures, on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. These grooves trap food and plaque, and toothbrush bristles often can’t reach the bottom of them, which makes cavities more likely. Sealing them gives plaque fewer places to hide. Sealants are most often recommended for children and teenagers soon after the adult molars come through, at around six and 12 years old, but they can also help adults with deep grooves and no decay. Not every tooth needs one. Some grooves are shallow and easy to keep clean, so we’ll check each tooth and explain whether sealing is worthwhile. Sealants don’t replace brushing with fluoride toothpaste. healthdirect has a guide to looking after children’s teeth.
Who it's for
- Children whose first adult molars have come through (around age 6)
- Children whose second molars have come through (around age 12)
- Teenagers with deep grooves and a history of decay
- Adults with deep grooves and no decay
What to expect from fissure sealants in Beenleigh
1. Clean.
We clean and dry the tooth.
2. Prepare.
We prepare the biting surface so the sealant sticks.
3. Seal.
We paint the sealant into the grooves.
4. Set.
We harden it with a light and check the bite. You can eat straight afterwards.
Cost of fissure sealants in Beenleigh
Sealants are quick to place, and we’ll give you a quote per tooth at your check-up, before we start. Fissure sealing is one of the services covered under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule for eligible children, and we bulk bill eligible patients directly to Medicare. Many private health funds also cover part of the cost under extras, and we claim on the spot with HICAPS.
Frequently asked questions
Does it hurt?
Usually no needles or drilling are needed, so most children find it easy.
How long do sealants last?
They can last several years. We check them at every visit and repair them if they’ve worn.
Can adults have fissure sealants?
Yes, if your back teeth have deep grooves and no decay. Ask at your next check-up.
Do sealants replace brushing?
No. Brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and cutting back on sugar are still important.
Book your appointment in Beenleigh
Book fissure sealants in Beenleigh by calling (07) 3287 5390 or booking online. We’re at 65 City Rd.
Related treatments
Relaxed check-ups for kids, with CDBS bulk billing for eligible children.
