Fissure sealants, fluoride varnish

Protect Your Childs Teeth Before Decay Starts

Prevention is always better than treatment, especially for children. Fissure sealants and fluoride varnish are two of the most effective ways to protect your childs teeth from cavities. These quick, painless treatments can save your child from fillings and dental anxiety.

Fissure Sealants

The chewing surfaces of back teeth have natural grooves and pits that are difficult to clean, even with good brushing. These fissures trap food and bacteria, making them prime spots for decay. Fissure sealants fill these grooves with a protective coating, creating a smooth, easy-to-clean surface.

When to Apply Sealants

  • First permanent molars (around age 6-7)
  • Second permanent molars (around age 11-13)
  • Premolars with deep grooves
  • Baby molars in high-risk children

Fluoride Varnish

Fluoride varnish is a concentrated fluoride treatment painted directly onto teeth. It strengthens developing enamel, repairs early damage, and provides lasting protection against acid attacks from bacteria.

Pricing

TreatmentPrice
Fissure Sealant (per tooth)50 EUR
Fluoride Varnish ApplicationIncluded with check-up

The Procedure

Fissure Sealants

The tooth is cleaned and dried. A special gel prepares the surface, then the liquid sealant is painted into the grooves and hardened with a blue light. The whole process takes just minutes per tooth with no drilling or injections.

Fluoride Varnish

The varnish is simply painted onto clean, dry teeth with a small brush. It sets within seconds on contact with saliva and continues releasing fluoride for hours. Your child should avoid eating for 30 minutes afterward.

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Benefits for Your Child

  • Reduces cavity risk by up to 80% on sealed teeth
  • Completely painless – no drilling or needles
  • Quick application – just minutes per tooth
  • Long-lasting protection (sealants last 5-10 years)
  • Cost-effective compared to treating cavities
  • Builds positive dental experiences

Aftercare

Continue brushing and flossing normally – sealants only protect chewing surfaces. Avoid very hard or sticky foods that could chip sealants. We check them at each visit and can easily repair or reapply if needed. With good care, sealants provide years of protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are fissure sealants?

Fissure sealants are thin protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth. They fill the grooves where bacteria hide, preventing decay in these hard-to-clean areas.

When should my child get sealants?

The best time is when permanent molars first come through - around age 6-7 for first molars and 11-13 for second molars. Sealing early provides maximum protection during cavity-prone years.

What does fluoride varnish do?

Fluoride varnish strengthens tooth enamel and helps prevent decay. It is painted onto teeth and hardens quickly, releasing fluoride over time to protect developing teeth.

Is fluoride safe for children?

Yes, fluoride varnish is safe and has been used for decades. The amount applied is carefully controlled and appropriate for your childs age. It is one of the most effective cavity preventives available.

Are these treatments painful?

Not at all. Both treatments are completely painless with no drilling or injections. Children usually find them quick and easy. Most do not even notice the varnish is there.