Blocking cavities before they start — a protective shield for back teeth
The back teeth (molars) have deep grooves and pits on their biting surface. Food and bacteria collect in these grooves very easily — even with good brushing, a toothbrush bristle cannot always reach the bottom of a groove.
A pit and fissure sealant is a thin, protective coating painted into these grooves to seal them. Once sealed, food cannot collect, bacteria cannot grow there, and cavities cannot form in that area.
This is one of the most effective preventive treatments in dentistry. It is completely painless†, requires no injections, and is done in a single short visit. Sealants are especially recommended when the permanent back teeth first come in — typically between ages 6 and 12.
We explain every step to your child before doing it — so there are no surprises and no fear.
The back tooth is cleaned carefully, especially inside the grooves.
A mild acid gel is applied for a few seconds to create a slightly rough surface — this helps the sealant stick strongly. The child feels nothing.
The gel is rinsed off and the tooth is dried completely.
The liquid sealant material is carefully painted into all the grooves of the tooth.
A bright blue light is held over the tooth for 20–30 seconds. The sealant hardens into a hard protective coating instantly. Done.
Not at all. No injections, no drilling, no discomfort. Most children do not even realise it is happening. The whole procedure takes about 5 minutes per tooth.
The permanent first molars (come in around age 6) and permanent second molars (around age 12) benefit most from sealants. These are the teeth most prone to cavities because of their deep grooves.
Typically 5–10 years, sometimes longer. Dr. Sayli checks the sealants at every routine visit and reapplies if needed.
Yes. Sealants protect the grooves on the biting surface, but the sides of the teeth and the gum line still need proper brushing and flossing. Sealants are one layer of protection — not a replacement for good hygiene.
Call or WhatsApp us to book. Mon–Fri, 4 PM – 9 PM (Sat by appointment).
One clinic, one trusted team — a kids' dental home in Dombivli East.
Saroj CHS, Manpada Cross Road, Near ICON Hospital, Dombivli East – 421201
* In a review of 22 clinical trials, fluoride varnish reduced tooth decay by about 37% in baby teeth and 43% in permanent teeth (Marinho VCC et al., Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2013, doi:10.1002/14651858.CD002279.pub2). Results vary with each child's diet, brushing and cavity risk.
† We use comfort-first techniques, numbing gel and local anaesthesia when needed, so most children feel little or no discomfort. Every child is different; we explain what to expect before any treatment.
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Manpada Cross Road, Dombivli East
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