PREVENTION
Sealants I Quick Reference
Tooth decay often occurs on the chewing surfaces of back teeth.
The good news is that sealants can help protect these surfaces
from tooth decay and improve your chances to stay filling-free.
What causes tooth decay? Your teeth are coated with a sticky
film of bacteria called plaque. The bacteria convert the sugars you
eat and drink into harmful acids that attack tooth enamel. Over
time, these attacks may break down the enamel and cause cavities.
Even a toothbrush bristle is too big
to reach inside a groove in the tooth
(magnified).
What is a sealant? A sealant
is a plastic material (resin)
applied to the chewing
surfaces of the back teeth.
The resin flows into the pits
and grooves in the teeth.
Once they are covered, food
and plaque cannot get in. The
sealant forms a barrier against
acid attacks.
SeAlAntS QUiCk reFerenCe CArD
rEVISEd Easily explain how sealants can protect teeth
and prevent decay. This two-sided card says what a
sealant is and how it is applied, including photos beforeand-after sealant application. Other decay-prevention
tips are also listed. Use the blank lines on the back to add
your own message.
W276 100 per pack
PATIENT EDUCATION
Chewing surface of a molar
before a sealant is applied.
W276
QTY
MEMBER
RETAIL
100
$29.00
$43.50
500
$123.00
$184.50
1,000
How are sealants applied? The teeth are cleaned and the
chewing surfaces are prepared to help the sealant stick to the
teeth. The sealant is painted onto the chewing surface where it
bonds to the tooth and hardens. Sometimes a special light is used
to help the sealant harden. It usually takes only a few minutes to
seal each tooth.
$203.00
$304.50
Continued on back
DentAl SeAlAntS: ProteCtinG YoUr teetH,
PreVentinG DeCAY
SEALANTS | KIDS AND TEENS
BESt SEllEr The full spectrum of sealant benefits
are on display in this brochure. It explains how this
quick, easy and nearly invisible method acts as a barrier
to "seal out" plaque. Features new before-and-after
photos, along with a "toothbrush bristle and groove"
photo. Also tells parents how to protect children's
teeth from decay with daily home care and regular
dental visits.
PERSONALIZE IT #DAB019 See page 87
W291 English
6 panels
50 per pack
W223 Spanish
QTY
MEMBER
RETAIL
50
$26.00
$39.00
100
$45.50
$68.25
500
$192.00
$288.00
1,000
$325.00
$487.50
W291
SeAl oUt DeCAY
BESt SEllEr Prevention is always better than
treatment. This invaluable mini-brochure explains
how sealants protect teeth, how they are applied,
and what else patients can do to keep their teeth
decay-free. New before-and-after photos show
how sealants blend right in. Includes a reminder that
sealants may later need to be reapplied. Terrific as a
statement stuffer or for health fairs.
W191 Mini brochure 5.875" x 3"
QTY
74
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RETAIL
$29.00
$43.50
500
W191
MEMBER
100
$123.00
$184.50
1,000
$203.00
100 per pack
$304.50
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