The teeth in the back of your mouth play several important roles in helping to process and break down food before swallowing. While molars are primarily tasked with grinding and chewing, premolars also work in synergy with front teeth to bite off hard and tough foods. Cavities that develop on the biting surfaces of these teeth can significantly compromise your... read more »
What is a dental sealant? Also known as pit and fissure sealant, it is a thin plastic coating painted onto the chewing surfaces of the back teeth--those teeth most prone to tooth decay—that hardens and bonds to the tooth to keep out bacteria and food particles. Who should get sealants? Children and teenagers with permanent molars are the primary candidates... read more »
