Sealants are a thin protective coating made from dental materials that cover the deep grooves on surfaces of a patient’s back teeth. Sealants are designed to help prevent the early stages of a cavity from progressing but are not a substitute for daily brushing and flossing. The Centers for Disease Control found that school-aged children benefit significantly from sealants by immensely reducing their risk for cavities. Sealants are a beneficial tool for patients to keep their natural teeth healthy for more extended periods.

Sealants are most beneficial when used early in a patient’s life. As soon as a patient’s molars appear, sealants can be placed to give an extra coating of protection for a cavity-free mouth in the future. It is best to ask the dentist when it would be best to apply sealants and if you are a good candidate.

The process for applying sealants is quick and painless. The dentist will clean and dry a patient’s teeth before applying an acidic gel to roughen the surface for enhanced bonding between the tooth and sealant. After a few seconds, the gel is removed, the tooth is cleaned again, and the sealant is applied. A small blue light is used to harden the sealant and complete the process. Overall the process is simple and improves the protection of a patient’s teeth for long term oral health.

At Pasha Dental Group we specialize in General, Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Los Angeles (near Mar Vista). Dr. Nazli Majd aims to make your visit as comfortable as possible, feel free to make an appointment online today.

Patients prefer the natural look and feel of tooth-colored (composite) fillings that last for an extended period of time; however, composite (tooth-colored) fillings are most beneficial for patients who have experienced minor tooth damage or decay. It is our desire to restore patients teeth with a natural look whenever possible as we understand how a patient’s smile affects his/her life.

Advances in modern dental materials and techniques have led to the increased use of composite fillings to keep a patient’s smile looking bright and natural after a cavity. The material used for the composite mixture is tooth-colored and bond adhesively to a patient’s tooth. A benefit of composite fillings is that they require less of the unhealthy part of the tooth to be removed to seal to the tooth.

Patients are encouraged to brush, floss, and rinse with mouth wash regularly to help prevent cavities over time. Ultimately, the brightest, natural looking smile is a cavity-free smile.

If you feel you may be a candidate for composite (tooth-colored) fillings, please call our office at to schedule an appointment. We look forward to the opportunity to assist you with restoring your bright, natural-looking smile for long term oral health.