Dental sealants are protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent tooth decay. The sealant material is usually a plastic resin that bonds to the tooth enamel, forming a smooth, protective barrier against bacteria and food debris.
Dental sealants are protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent tooth decay. The sealant material is usually a plastic resin that bonds to the tooth enamel, forming a smooth, protective barrier against bacteria and food debris.
Dental sealants are protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent tooth decay. In Malta, this painless procedure is commonly performed on children and often covered by the National Health Service.
Maltese children typically receive dental sealants between ages 6 and 12 when their permanent molars come in.