Fissure Sealants

Protect your teeth against decay

Fissures are tiny grooves on the chewing surfaces of your teeth, which can be tough to keep clean. Even with diligent brushing, bacteria and food particles can get trapped in these areas and eventually lead to decay.

Fissure sealants are safe plastic coatings, applied to the tooth to protect them from bacteria. This preventive treatment is typically recommended for children whose permanent teeth are starting to emerge, but can be used for adult patients too.

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Why Have Fissure Sealants?

Fissure sealants are a quick and straightforward way to protect your teeth against bacteria and damage. They are very easy to apply and require no anaesthetic or drilling, making it a comfortable and pain-free experience. Once applied, these clear coatings are unable to be seen in the mouth, providing discreet yet effective protection against tooth decay.

Your Quick Guide to Fissure Sealant Treatment

We begin by polishing the tooth, removing plaque and food debris from the fissure surfaces
We prepare your tooth with a special solution before carefully applying the sealant
Using a curing light, we harden the fissure sealant so it bonds quickly and forms a tough coating on your tooth

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Frequently Asked Questions

: To ensure sealants offer the best protection, it is important they are used in conjunction with a comprehensive dental care routine that includes effective brushing, flossing and a healthy diet. However, as treated teeth will have smoother surfaces, they will be much easier to keep clean once the fissure sealants have been applied.
: Fissure sealants are quite durable and can last for many years. To make sure they stay intact and continue protecting your child’s teeth, we’ll keep a close eye on them during their regular dental check-ups.
: Your child’s dentist will keep an eye on their teeth during regular check-up appointments. We’ll let you know if fissure sealants would benefit their oral health, and fully explain why they’re recommended and how the simple procedure works.

When Visiting

We are located at 259 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8RP

We are at the Addenbrookes end of Hills Road, opposite The Perse School. Our entrance is located in Glebe Road. The practice is easily accessible on the ground floor with a level entrance.

Visiting by car?

Ample, free parking is available onsite at the practice

Travelling by bike?

Our dedicated racks keep your bike secure

Catching the bus?

There is a bus stop opposite the practice

Travelling by train?

We are a 10-minute walk from Cambridge Train Station

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