Dental sealants are thin plastic coatings that protect the chewing surfaces of children's back teeth from decay (cavities). Because they have small pits and grooves, these surfaces are rough and uneven. Food and germs can get stuck in the pits and grooves and stay there for a long time because toothbrush bristles cannot brush them away. Sealants fill in the grooves and keep the food out.
Children should get sealants on their permanent molars as soon as they come in--before decay attacks the teeth. Sealants, daily brushing and flossing, drinking fluoridated water, and regular dental check-ups are an important part of your child's oral health and the best defense against tooth decay.
Hanover Park Dental Clinic
1098 East Lake Street
Hanover Park, Illinois 60133
(630) 483-7001
Monday: | 10:00am - 6:00pm |
Tuesday: | 10:00am - 6:00pm |
Wednesday: | 10:00am - 6:00pm |
Thursday: | 10:00am - 6:00pm |
Friday: | 10:00am - 6:00pm |
Saturday: | 10:00am - 2:00pm |
To request an appointment, you can call us or fill out our contact form and a member of our staff will be in touch with you.
Below are the Medical History and Privacy Policy forms you'll need to complete on your first visit. You can expedite matters by downloading these forms, completing them at home and handing them to our staff when you arrive for your initial visit to our office.
Patient History Form
HIPAA Form
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