Protecting Little Smiles: Pediatric Dental Sealants and Fluoride in Gilbertsville and Pottstown

As a dedicated family dentistry provider, Boyertown Family Dental champions preventive measures, especially for our youngest patients in Gilbertsville, Pottstown, Boyertown, and New Hanover. Two of the most effective tools for protecting children’s teeth are dental sealants and topical fluoride treatments.

• Dental Sealants: These are thin, protective plastic coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (molars and premolars). These surfaces have deep grooves that are magnets for food particles and bacteria. Sealants smooth out these surfaces, effectively sealing out decay-causing germs.
• Fluoride Treatments: A naturally occurring mineral that helps rebuild weakened tooth enamel. We provide quick, professional fluoride applications during check-ups to make young teeth more resistant to acid erosion and cavities.

These simple, painless treatments are part of our commitment to excellent oral health and significantly reduce the lifetime risk of dental decay for children in the Gilbertsville area.