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Sealants & Fluoride Treatment

Professional sealants and fluoride treatments are among the most effective preventive tools available — especially for children and teens whose teeth are most vulnerable to decay.

Children's Care

Why Are Dental Sealants and Fluoride Treatments Recommended for Children?

Dental sealants are thin protective coatings painted onto the chewing surfaces of back molars, where most cavities in children develop. They create a physical barrier against the plaque and bacteria that cause decay — and are quick, painless, and highly effective.

Professional fluoride treatments deliver concentrated doses of fluoride directly to the teeth, strengthening enamel and reversing the earliest signs of decay. Combined with sealants and good home care, they dramatically reduce a child's cavity risk.

  • Sealants physically block cavities before they start
  • Quick and completely painless to apply
  • Fluoride strengthens enamel and reverses early decay
  • Especially beneficial for children, teens, and cavity-prone adults
  • Safe and recommended by major dental associations
  • Combined with regular brushing for maximum protection
Sealants & Fluoride Treatment

Why choose us

What makes this treatment right for you

Cavity Prevention

Sealants reduce the risk of cavities in back teeth by up to 80 percent, making them one of the most impactful preventive treatments available.

Painless & Quick

Both sealants and fluoride treatments can be completed in minutes during a routine check-up, with no drilling or discomfort.

Long-Lasting Protection

Sealants can last 5 to 10 years with proper care and regular monitoring at dental check-ups.

Patient FAQ

Common questions about Sealants & Fluoride Treatment

Yes. Olympic Park Smiles Dental provides dental sealants for children and teens as part of routine preventive care. Dr. Brendan Kalin, DDS, B.Acc., applies sealants to permanent molars when they erupt, typically around ages 6 and 12. The procedure is quick, painless, and covered by most major Canadian dental insurance plans.

Sealants are typically applied when the first permanent molars come in (around age 6) and again when the second permanent molars erupt (around age 12). Dr. Brendan Kalin, DDS, B.Acc., monitors each child's development and recommends sealants at the appropriate time.

Sealants are typically applied when the first and second permanent molars come in — around ages 6 and 12 respectively.

Yes. Dental sealants are widely considered safe and have been used for decades with an excellent track record. The amount of BPA exposure is negligible.

Get started

Ready to book your sealants & fluoride treatment appointment?

Our team at Olympic Park Smiles is here to help. Call us at (403) 300-2224 or book online for your preferred time.