Side effects of pit and fissure sealing

Pit and fissure sealing is a technology developed to enhance the caries resistance of human teeth. In fact, pit and fissure sealing is the use of a polymer material to coat the pits and fissures of human teeth to form a barrier that can protect the teeth. At this time, the teeth are like wearing a layer of protective clothing to avoid invasion by bacteria and food. The polymer material used for pit and fissure sealing is a composite resin material.

Pits and fissures mainly refer to the uneven areas when the molars grind together. This is a defect formed during the development of teeth. Many people choose to seal the pits and fissures to make up for this defect. So, are there any side effects after sealing the pits and fissures?

After the pit and fissure sealant is cured, it is tightly bonded to the groove wall and has a certain resistance to chewing pressure, which does not hinder eating. In addition, the pit and fissure sealant is non-toxic and harmless to the human body after curing.

The pits and fissures of each tooth vary in shape and depth, and are suitable places for food residues to remain and bacteria to grow and reproduce. If the pits and fissures are very deep, bacteria will multiply and grow in these hidden narrow grooves using the sugars in the residual food, and produce acidic substances during the metabolism process, which corrode the teeth and make caries very likely to occur. Medically, this type of caries is called pit and fissure caries. Data show that more than 90% of dental caries (cavities) among Chinese teenagers occur in pits and fissures. Therefore, the risk of dental caries in deep pits and fissures is very high.

The main purpose of pit and fissure sealing is to prevent caries (tooth decay), so it is mainly aimed at newly erupted permanent molars in children and adolescents. The sixth-year molars are the teeth that are most responsible for chewing. Because they erupt early, they are prone to caries (cavities) if not properly protected. Therefore, they become the main targets for pit and fissure sealing. Usually the sixth molars fully erupt at 7-8 years old, which is the best age for closure.

The facts show that pit and fissure sealing has no side effects, so you can rest assured. After the pit and fissure sealing, the invasion of bacteria and the occurrence of caries can be avoided. However, once the pit and fissure sealing is performed, you must pay attention to the cleaning of the teeth. You must go to the hospital for a check-up within one year after the initial sealing to ensure the health of the teeth.