Prevention of tooth decay
We do our best to maintain the health of our teeth when we go to the dentist regularly – at least every six months- for dental check-ups and tartar removal. Any minor lesion can be noticed in time during these treatments, thus with prevention, dental fillings can be avoided. Therefore, it is recommended to visit our dentist for a dental screening even if seemingly you do not have any complaints.
Dental groove closing to preven tooth decay
Unfortunately, many people are not aware of the importance of groove closure, even though this method can largely prevent tooth decay that starts in the grooves. This treatment becomes necessary mainly in childhood, therefore parents should pay attention to this.
Groove closure is not painful at all, it only causes minor inconveniences for the child (sour taste, keeping the mouth opened for a few minutes), therefore it provides a good opportunity to get to know the dentist and dentistry.
However, what is a dental groove?
The dental groove is located on the chewing surface of the premolars and molars, exactly between the emerging cusps necessary for chewing. These grooves can be too deep, in which case it is difficult to be cleaned, therefore tooth decay can easily begin.
The process of dental groove closing
In all cases, the treatment begins with a thorough cleaning, and then, without drilling, the dentist applies a special, high-penetrating filling material to the surface of the tooth, which flows deep into the grooves, thus blocking the entry of plaque that causes caries.
The material guarantees the integrity of the underlying dentition for 2-3 years. After this, it is recommended to renew the groove seal as it wears out.
