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Why
have children always needed so many fillings?
Children
eat many things that encourage tooth decay and even though toothbrushing
and fluorides cannot always protect their teeth completely.
What
are Pits and Fissures?
Pits and fissures are the small cracks and crevices that extend
right down into the back teeth. Food particles and bacteria become
lodged in them and eventually causes decay. Even fluoride treatments,
applied to teeth, which can help protect the smooth sides, don't
always protect these high risk chewing surfaces against decay. >>More
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What
is a Pit and fissure sealant?
To minimise the risk of decay, the pits and fissures can sealed.
A pit and fissure sealant is normally a clear, but sometimes
tinted, rough plastic coating painted on the tooth surface.
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How
much does it cost?
Pit and fissure sealing is usually available from most dentists.
the cost varies from dentist to dentist and between areas of the
country. At Threemilestone Dental Practice it is FREE. In addition,
it can help give children healthy teeth for life.
For
more detailed information on Pit and fissure sealants click here
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