Dental Sealants

An important aspect of dentistry is protecting your smile from tooth decay and disease. As part of this effort, we provide dental sealants in Terrell, Texas. Sealants are thin coatings of plastic painted onto the chewing surfaces of your teeth that are prone to decay and hard to clean. Dental sealants are especially useful for children but can also be used for adults who do not have existing dental restorations or previous decay and damage. Sealants are one of the simplest dental treatments we offer at Dr. Scott Ervin’s dental office. In fact, applying a sealant only takes a few minutes per tooth.

First, the tooth is cleaned and dried. Then, a gentle bonding solution is applied to the tooth to slightly roughen the surface and promote a stronger bond with the moldable plastic material used. Our gentle dentist will then carefully paint the sealant onto your tooth and harden it with an ultraviolet light. Sealants, when combined with good oral hygiene habits, can last for up to 10 years. With dental sealants, your teeth are protected and easier to clean. To learn more about sealants, we encourage you to call our dentist today at 972-563-1670. We look forward to answering your questions and helping you achieve a lasting, healthy smile.