Preventive Resin Restorations

The deep grooves of the molar and bicuspid teeth are the most vulnerable to decay. These grooves often have pits and fissures where bacteria harbor and the toothbrush bristles cannot reach. There is often very minimal enamel at the bottom of these grooves. This is the most common cavity in dentistry.

A preventive resin restoration prevents a cavity in its early stages by filling in these deep grooves with a composite resin. There is minimal prepping to the tooth and the material used is very wear resistant to chewing forces. This procedure, although it is similar to a sealant, provides significantly longer protection for the tooth.

 

For information on special oral health care needs, we've provided links to the following sites:

National Institute of Dental & Craniofacial Research
Resource & Information on Cleft Lip & Palate
National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias