{"id":6,"date":"2019-01-04T19:23:02","date_gmt":"2019-01-04T19:23:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.willowrundental.net\/blog\/?p=6"},"modified":"2019-07-04T19:24:52","modified_gmt":"2019-07-04T19:24:52","slug":"childrens-dentist-in-auburn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.willowrundental.net\/blog\/2019\/01\/04\/childrens-dentist-in-auburn\/","title":{"rendered":"Let Your Children\u2019s Dentist Prevent Cavities With Dental Sealants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Dental caries (cavities) are astonishingly common among\nchildren. In fact, in 2015 -2016, 43\npercent<\/a> of children ages 2 \u2013 19 had at least one cavity. That statistic\nmarks a 50 percent decrease over four years earlier, which means that fewer\nchildren are suffering from dental decay. As amazing as that is, there is still\na lot <\/em>of room for improvement. That\nis why your children\u2019s dentist in Auburn may recommend that your child receive\ndental sealants. This simple treatment has the potential to stop cavities\nbefore they start and prevent your little one from becoming another statistic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Are Dental Sealants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A dental sealant is a thin coating of plastic that a dentist\nin Auburn or dental hygienist applies to the chewing surfaces of teeth.\nUsually, they\u2019re only placed on permanent molars and premolars (in some cases,\nthey may be used for primary teeth). They create a barrier between the teeth\nand the food particles and bacteria that would otherwise cling to the enamel\nand contribute to decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Placing dental sealants is a quick and painless procedure.\nIt typically goes something like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n