For children cleaning their back molar teeth thoroughly can be difficult. This is because they often haven’t developed the strength and dexterity to hold their toothbrush correctly so it reaches into the deep pits and fissures sealants of these teeth.
This is a common area of decay for children’s teeth. The application of a fissure sealants to these teeth can help prevent decay developing. A fissure sealant is a tooth coloured resin material that is applied to the back teeth and fill the grooves and making the teeth smooth and much easier for you and your child to clean.
Application of fissure sealants is a very simple, pain-free procedure that only takes a few minutes for each tooth and will last for several years.
As your child’s teeth develop it is important you bring them in to see the John Street Dental team every six months for a check-up appointment. This will help us detect and treat any problems early.
A composite filling is made of a resin material similar in consistency as toothpaste and is applied to the tooth surface in thin layers. It is hardened by a UV light, then shaped and polished, restoring your tooth’s form and function.
Composite fillings are less expensive and can be completed in a single appointment, occasionally without the need for anaesthetic.
Our dentist matches the colour of composites to neighbouring teeth for a more natural appearance, making the filling indistinguishable
Composite resin fillings often are made smaller than amalgam fillings and require less tooth preparation, thereby saving more natural tooth structure.
Composite fillings are used to restore strength and appearance. They are also less sensitive to hot and cold temperature changes in the mouth; therefore there is less chance that the tooth will fracture because of the filling.
Maintaining a thorough at-home oral health routine and scheduling check-up appointments with the John Street Dental team every six months will ensure your new white porcelain or composite fillings last for many years to come.
