Dental sealants are a preventative measure used to preserve the teeth and tooth enamel. Drs. Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk take pride in helping families and children care for their oral health and know that almost half of all children and adolescents in the United States have had cavities in their permanent teeth. Dental sealants are thin plastic coatings that are applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to prevent decay. Most tooth decay in children and teenagers occurs on the chewing surfaces where pits and grooves tend to trap food and bacteria.
A sealant is applied to those chewing surfaces like paint. The plastic resin fills any pits and grooves on the surface and hardens. The sealant keeps food out of these pits and grooves so that bacteria cannot multiply and cause decay. Sealants also protect tooth enamel from plaques and acids, and can effectively prevent cavities for up to ten years. If you think you or your family would benefit from a dental sealant, our dentists can determine if you are eligible candidates and start preserving your teeth!
Dr. Allen Ressler, Dr. Andrew Hirschl, and Dr. Ira Lelchuk operate from two locations. To schedule an appointment at the location at Mount Sinai Medical Center, 4300 Alton Road, Suite 1190, Miami Beach, Florida, 33140, call 305-532-1444. To schedule an appointment at Intracoastal Mall, 3909 NE 163rd St, Suite 310, North Miami Beach, Florida, 33160, call 305-949-2630. They can also be reached on their website, www.Miami-Dental.com, through a contact form.
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