Pediatric Dental Sealants in Newport Beach, CA
Protecting back teeth from cavities with thin, protective coatings.
Protecting Teeth Before Cavities Start
Pediatric dental sealants help protect the back teeth from cavities by covering the deep grooves where food and bacteria often collect. These thin, protective coatings are placed on the chewing surfaces of molars to make them smoother, easier to clean, and less vulnerable to decay.
Ask about sealants at your child's next visit. Call 949-706-7006 to schedule with Dr. Daghlian.
Why Back Teeth Often Need Extra Protection
Molars are built for chewing, which means they have natural pits and grooves on their surfaces. In many children, those grooves are narrow or deep enough that a toothbrush cannot fully clean them.
Sealants help by creating a protective layer over the grooves so plaque has fewer places to hide.
When Sealants May Be Recommended
Dr. Daghlian may recommend sealants for children who have:
What to Expect With Sealants
What Sealant Placement Feels Like
Sealant placement is quick, gentle, and does not require drilling, numbing, or removal of healthy tooth structure.
Part of a Holistic Prevention Plan
Sealants protect vulnerable molars but work best alongside daily habits that support strong enamel.
Dental Sealant FAQs
Sealants are often recommended when the permanent molars come in. First permanent molars commonly erupt around age 6, and second permanent molars often erupt around age 12. Dr. Daghlian will recommend timing based on your child's development and cavity risk.
No. Sealant placement is painless and does not involve drilling, injections, or numbing. The tooth is cleaned, dried, coated, and hardened with a special light.
In most cases, children can eat after sealants are placed. Your dental team will let you know if there are any specific instructions based on the material used.
No. Sealants help protect the chewing surfaces of molars, but children still need to brush, floss, and visit the dentist regularly. Sealants work best as part of a complete prevention plan.