Dr. Droege Dental Challeenge - Tip 2 - Have sealants put on your back teeth.

A sealant is a material put on your back teeth to protect the chewing surfaces. Most teeth have grooves that are deep and food can get stuck in them. Once food is stuck in the grooves, it is hard for toothbrush bristles to get into the grooves and clean out the food. The sealant is a thin covering that is put in the grooves to act as a shield from plaque and food to decrease the risk of tooth decay. A sealant is only put on the top surfaces of your teeth and not on any other side. So, it is important to still brush and floss at least two times a day.



Excerpt & photo from ADA’s “Your Child’s Teeth” brochure