Tooth decay is an ever-present concern that is typically related to poor oral hygiene practices. Without a consistent effort to brush your teeth each morning and night with a fluoride toothpaste or remembering to floss at least once each day, plaque and bacterial deposits can lead to the formation of cavities.
Molars and premolars are often at increased risk of suffering from tooth decay. This is sometimes related to the deep textures in the tooth enamel of the chewing surfaces of those teeth. Those areas can sometimes prove difficult to clean when brushing. If bacterial and plaque starts to collect in these deep recesses, cavities can occur. Â Our dentist, Dr. Frank Russomanno, Jr. can prevent tooth decay on your molars and premolars by applying dental sealants to the chewing surfaces of each tooth. This can usually be done at the end of your dental checkup, to ensure the tooth enamel is completely free of any previous bacterial deposits. Â Once the dental sealants have been applied, the dentist will use a special ultraviolet light to harden them and bond them to the underlying tooth enamel for up to ten years.
If you live in the Bloomington, Minnesota, area and you are interested in preserving the health of your back teeth, you should call 952.881.0504 to schedule a checkup and dental sealants at Amber Leaf Family Dental.