D1351: is the dental code used for coding this procedure, this code is used for Sealants-per tooth..
Dental sealants are thin coatings that when painted on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (molars) can prevent cavities (tooth decay) for many years.
Sealants protect the chewing surfaces from cavities by covering them with a protective shield that blocks out germs and food..
Dental sealants are commonly made of composite resin, a tooth-colored material that protects teeth from enamel damage and decay.
Dental sealants can also be made of a glass ionomer or polyacid resin material..
D1351: is the dental code used for coding this procedure, this code is used for Sealants-per tooth..
D1351: is the dental code used for coding this procedure, this code is used for Sealants-per tooth..
Dental sealants (also termed pit and fissure sealants, or simply fissure sealants) are a dental treatment intended to prevent tooth decay.
Teeth have recesses on their biting surfaces; the back teeth have fissures (grooves) and some front teeth have cingulum pits..
Depending on your material of choice, a thin layer of bonding agent may be used prior to the placement of the very viscous sealant material
The sealant is painted directly onto the chewing surface of each tooth
Finally, a curing light may be used to harden the dental sealant
Dental sealants (also termed pit and fissure sealants, or simply fissure sealants) are a dental treatment intended to prevent tooth decay
Teeth have recesses on their biting surfaces; the back teeth have fissures (grooves) and some front teeth have cingulum pits
ADA guideline offers recommendations for dental sealants, including their efficacy compared with fluoride varnish and a comparison of sealant materials
