Did you know that you could lower your risk of tooth decay and cavities with a simple dentistry procedure known as a dental sealant? Dental sealants are applied directly across your teeth to help enhance your smile by preventing tooth decay. Dental sealants are typically painted on the chewing surfaces of your back teeth to help prevent harmful acids... read more »

Your child’s dental care during their formative years may leave much to be desired. As they are unaccustomed to regular brushing and flossing, cracks and crevices in your child’s mouth may suffer unintentional neglect which can lead to the development of cavities. To help prevent your child from having cavities, we offer a preventative treatment called dental sealants. The application... read more »

The molars and premolars in the back of your mouth are called upon to chew and grind the foods you enjoy. This is possible because of the deeply textured enamel on the occlusal surfaces of each tooth. For some people, these natural pits and fissures are so deep that they can trap plaque and food particles. If they prove to... read more »

If you are interested in protecting your smile with dental sealants, but you would like to know more about them first, here at Lakeview Dental Care we’re happy to help you! To help you learn more about dental sealants, we have provided the answers to the following questions: Who should get sealants? Children are generally encouraged to get sealants, but... read more »

The occlusal or biting surface on your child’s permanent molars and premolars can sometimes have to deep pits and contours. The function of these deep help human beings grind and chew hard foods. In some cases, your child might have especially deep contours on these teeth. Deeply contoured biting surfaces can be a challenge to completely clean during regular brushing.... read more »

Cavities are painful, inconvenient dental problems that develop when people don’t properly take care of their smiles. Once the cavities have developed, the dentist will need to use a dental drill to remove the decayed portion of the tooth. Then, the dentist will fill the tooth with a product that will restore its health. If you are one who wants... read more »