Sealants in Miami

Dental sealants are thin protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth (molars and premolars) to prevent cavities. The CDC reports sealants prevent 80% of cavities in back teeth, where 9 out of 10 cavities occur in children. Miami dentists strongly recommend sealants for children and teens.

How Dental Sealants Work

Sealants are painted onto clean, dry tooth surfaces as a liquid resin and hardened with a curing light in minutes. The sealant bonds into the grooves and pits where food and bacteria accumulate, creating a smooth, easy-to-clean surface. The procedure is painless, fast, and highly effective.

Sealant Cost in Miami

Dental sealants in Miami cost $30–$80 per tooth. Most insurance plans and Medicaid cover sealants for children through age 14 on permanent back teeth. The cost-effectiveness is remarkable — preventing a single cavity saves far more than the sealant cost.