La Crosse Pediatric Dentistry is dedicated to the health and wellness of all their Wisconsin clients. They believe that investing in preventative care when children are young can help them avoid dental problems in the future, and they encourage all of their patients to get sealants as a protective measure. 

Children can get their first sealant once their six-year molars come in. Their second sealant can be applied between ages 11 and 14 when their last set of molars comes in. While it may seem odd to apply sealants to your child’s teeth before they develop any problems, it’s actually proven to decrease the development of cavities. In fact, the American Dental Association reported that sealants reduce the risk of tooth decay by nearly 80%.

Sealants are easy to apply and highly effective at promoting long-term oral health. The actual sealant application process is quick and painless and can be easily completed in the office at La Crosse Pediatric Dentistry. After the appointment, you can take your kid straight home without any aftercare required. Modern sealants even allow people to eat and drink immediately following the application! 

There’s really no downside to children getting sealants applied to their teeth. Kids tend to be sloppy brushers and flossers, which puts them at a high risk for developing cavities; sealants help make up for that. When you opt for preventative care treatments like sealant application, you’re doing all you can to help your child have lifelong oral hygiene.

To find out more about sealants and other preventative care techniques, call La Crosse Pediatric Dentistry at (608) 782-4054 or visit the pediatric dentist online now.