At what age should my child get sealants?

Around age six, when the first permanent molars come through, and again around age twelve for the second molars. Sealing them soon after they erupt gives the best protection, because that's when the grooves are cleanest and decay hasn't started.

Can adults get sealants?

Yes, if the molars still have deep grooves and no fillings. Once a tooth has been drilled and filled, a sealant is no longer the right tool. We'll tell you at your exam whether your back teeth are still good candidates.

No. There's no drilling and no injection. The tooth is cleaned, a gel is applied and rinsed, then the resin is painted on and hardened with a light. Most children are surprised by how quickly it's over.

Do sealants replace brushing?

No. They protect the chewing surface only. Cavities between teeth still need flossing to prevent, and gum health still needs brushing along the gum line. Think of a sealant as covering the one spot a brush struggles to reach.

Dental Sealants in Schaumburg, IL.

A sealant is a thin coating that fills the deep grooves of a back tooth so food and bacteria can't sit in them.

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The short answer on dental sealants.

A dental sealant is a thin resin coating painted into the chewing grooves of back teeth to block decay. It takes about ten minutes for a few teeth and is used most often on children's permanent molars, though adults with deep, unfilled grooves benefit too.

The grooves on molars are often narrower than a toothbrush bristle, which is why so many first cavities start there. A sealant turns that valley into a smooth surface.

No drilling and no numbing are involved. We clean the tooth, place the resin, and cure it with a light.

Who needs dental sealants?

If any of these sound familiar, it's worth a conversation. Renew Dental Loft sees patients from Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Roselle and Streamwood seven days a week.

Your child's first permanent molars have come in, usually around age six
Your child's second molars have come in, usually around age twelve
You have deep grooves in your molars and no fillings in them yet
Your child has already had a cavity in one molar
You want to protect teeth while your child learns to brush thoroughly

What to expect at your appointment.

Times are estimates. We see one patient at a time, so nothing here happens while your dentist is working in another room.

1
Clean the tooth
Two minutes. The grooves are cleared and dried.
2
Prepare the surface
One minute. A conditioning gel helps the resin bond.
3
Place and cure
Five minutes for several teeth. A curing light hardens the resin instantly.
4
Check the bite
One minute. We make sure it doesn't feel high when you close.

What dental sealants changes.

No drilling

Nothing is removed from the tooth. Nobody needs to be numbed.

Strong protection

Sealants substantially reduce decay in the grooves they cover.

Lasts for years

We check them at every visit and top them up if one wears.

Kid friendly

Quick, painless, and a good first experience of the dental chair.

How much does dental sealants cost in Schaumburg?

We don't publish a price, because quoting a number before we've looked at your mouth would be a guess. Here's what actually moves the figure, and how to get a real one.

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Sealants cost a fraction of the filling they're designed to prevent
Cost is per tooth, so four molars cost more than one
Most PPO plans cover sealants for children on permanent molars, often fully
Adult sealants are less commonly covered, so we'll quote them before placing

We file claims with most major PPO plans. If you're uninsured, our membership plan is $499 or $699 a year and includes exams, X-rays and cleanings plus a discount on treatment. See what the membership plan covers.

Often looked at alongside this.

Fluoride Treatments

A quick varnish that strengthens enamel and calms sensitivity, useful for kids and for adults with dry mouth.

Read about fluoride treatments

Cleanings & Hygiene

Hygiene visits that remove tartar above and below the gum line, finished with polishing and personalised coaching.

Read about cleanings & hygiene

Dental Fillings

Tooth-colored composite that removes decay and rebuilds the tooth in a single visit, matched to your shade.

Read about dental fillings

Back to preventive dentistry in Schaumburg or see every service we offer.

Dental Sealants questions, answered.

Commonly five to ten years, though they need checking at every visit. Chewing wears them down at the edges, and a worn sealant can be repaired or replaced in a few minutes. We look at them at each cleaning and tell you if one needs topping up.

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Renew Dental Loft offers dental sealants in Schaumburg, IL at 435 S Roselle Rd, seven days a week including Saturday and Sunday mornings.

● Open Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. Weekday appointments are available too.