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Dental Sealants Make Smart Sense
Few people today would argue that dental health is not one of the most important aspects of overall health that should be considered on a daily basis. As a matter of fact– by simply brushing and flossing twice each day and visiting the dentist on a regular schedule, you can greatly reduce the chances of experiencing dental health-related problems. Today there is a type of dental treatment that can greatly improve overall dental health over the short and long term. It is known as dental sealants and is a highly effective way to protect teeth from bacteria, disease, and decay.
Children Are Typically More Susceptible to Cavities
Dental sealants are easy to apply, cost-effective, and virtually painless in the overall application process. This type of dental treatment is particularly useful for young children in helping to protect them from cavities. As most people know, children are often more susceptible to cavities especially if they enjoy eating candy and drinking sugary liquid drinks. With the application of dental sealants, teeth are impervious to bacteria and the damage that it causes to teeth. In addition, this type of treatment can last for several years and even decades. Maintaining good oral health can be as simple as being proactive as is the case with having dental sealants applied.
Reducing Cavities and The Chances of Cavities Ever Forming
In addition, sealants are not just for kids. Adults of all ages can benefit from all the advantages offered by dental sealants. Of course, it is important to consult with your dental care provider to determine whether you or your children are good candidates for this type of treatment. Reducing cavities and the chances of cavities ever forming is a smart strategy and saves money. This means that expensive dental fillings or caps will not be required at a later time. By maintaining the integrity of teeth, individuals enjoy better dental wellness while at the same time-saving money. To learn more about all that dental sealants make possible contact your Fairfield dentist, Dr. Cheng Zhu, DMD at Freedom Dental today.
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Cheng Zhu, DMD, leads Fairfield Dental and offers safe and effective services that support optimal comfort, healing, and an exceptional patient experience.Whether you need a crown, emergency care, implants, an impacted wisdom tooth extraction, or full-mouth rehabilitation, Dr. Zhu can help. A former pharmacist who can support your oral and overall health, he is one of the few dentists licensed in California to provide intravenous sedation to ease dental anxiety.
Dr. Zhu is trained and equipped to provide many advanced surgical options, eliminating the need to refer patients to other experts. Fairfield, California, patients trust the caring, compassionate, and affordable family dental care the team offers.