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Best Family Dentist in Steele Creek, Charlotte. 

(704) 587-1010

13739 Steele Creek Rd #100, Charlotte, NC 28273

Best Family Dentist in Steele Creek, Charlotte. 

(704) 587-1010

13739 Steele Creek
Rd #100, Charlotte

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Top-rated family dentist at Steele Creek Smiles, Charlotte, providing gentle cleanings for kids and adults on each visit.
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Sealants

Protecting Your Teeth from Decay

Sealants can be very effective at preventing decay on your premolars and molars. The grooves in these areas make them the most vulnerable to cavities. Sealants are usually applied to the permanent molars or premolars of children as soon as they come in. Sealants are a great way to protect teeth during the period of time when they are most susceptible to cavities, ages 6-14. Sealants can be beneficial to adults who do not have decay or fillings on their molars.

Sealants are easy to apply. Follow these steps to apply sealants:

  • The teeth are thoroughly cleaned
  • The teeth have dried
  • The chewing surfaces are treated with a liquid solution
  • A special curing lamp is used to cure the solution

Sealants protect enamel against plaque and acids. Sealants can last several years without needing to be reapplied. The tooth surface is protected against decay as long as the sealant is intact.

Sealants do not replace brushing teeth. Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential, as well as keeping up with regular dental cleanings. Sealants don’t protect the space between teeth, so you must continue to floss every day.

To request more information or an appointment, contact Steele Creek Smiles.

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Sealants FAQs

How do sealants work?
In many cases, it is nearly impossible for children to clean the tiny grooves between their teeth. When a sealant is applied, the surface of the tooth is somewhat flatter and smoother. There are no longer any places on the chewing part of the tooth that the bristles of a toothbrush can’t reach and clean. Since plaque can be removed more easily and effectively, there is much less chance that decay will start.
The longevity of sealants can vary.  Sealants which have remained in place for three to five years would be considered successful, however, sealants can last much longer. It is not uncommon to see sealants placed during childhood still intact on the teeth of adults. Our office will check your child’s sealants during routine dental visits and will recommend repair or reapplication when necessary.

Any tooth that has characteristics that a sealant can correct, and thus place the tooth at less risk for developing decay, should be sealed. The most common teeth for a dentist to seal are a child’s “back” teeth, and of these teeth, the molars are the most common teeth on which dental sealants are placed. The recommendation for sealants should be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Generally, the procedure takes just one visit and requires no numbing. Placing dental sealants can be a very easy process. The tooth is cleaned, conditioned, and dried. The sealant is then flowed onto the grooves of the tooth, where it is hardened with a special blue light. Eating and drinking are permitted immediately after the procedure.

It is just as important for your child to brush and floss their teeth. Sealants are only one part of the defensive plan against tooth decay.

Accepted Insurance Plans at
Steele Creek Smiles

Aetna dental insurance accepted at Steele Creek Smiles Altus Dental PPO insurance accepted at Steele Creek Smiles Humana dental insurance accepted at Steele Creek Smiles Delta Dental PPO insurance accepted at Steele Creek Smiles UnitedHealthcare dental insurance accepted at Steele Creek Smiles BlueCross BlueShield dental insurance accepted at Steele Creek Smiles Cigna dental insurance accepted at Steele Creek Smiles MetLife dental insurance accepted at Steele Creek Smiles Guardian dental insurance accepted at Steele Creek Smiles We accept Medicare Advantage dental insurance at Steele Creek Smiles
A Steele Creek Smiles dentist performing a gentle dental exam on a relaxed patient in a modern, welcoming clinic
*We also accept and file insurances through the Zelis, Connection, and Dentemax Dental Networks. For a comprehensive list of providers, please click here. If you do not see your in-network dental provider listed above, please let us know. We will do our best to work with any insurance providers our patients carry.
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