Dr. Stephen Malfair is committed to the prevention of dental caries, which is the foundation for a healthy and beautiful smile. Preventative dentistry – brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings with a dental hygienist – are indispensable for keeping your smile bright and free of tooth decay. There are some places, however, where enamel weakening can occur even with dedicated oral hygiene.
The very back of the mouth, where the premolars and molars are, is the most problematic area to brush and floss. Deep pits in molars and spaces between teeth are the perfect environment for dental caries to flourish. Food and bacteria that is lodged in pits of molars and spaces between teeth create acid that has direct contact with tooth enamel and immediately goes to work.
While brushing frequently is important, an additional safeguard against dental caries is the application of dental sealants. Dental sealants are a plastic barrier that Dr. Malfair can apply. The sealants are placed over the top of each tooth, to impede bacteria and plaque having direct contact with the tooth.
Many Kelowna parents obtain sealants for their children and teens, and many adults in the Kelowna area are having them applied to help fight dental caries and protect enamel. After sealants are applied, they will be examined at each visit and reapplied as required.
Are they cost effective? Sealants are relatively inexpensive initially and downright cheap when you consider the cost of filling cavities and restorative services that may be necessary in the future. Sealants may be the best investment you ever make in your child’s smile.
To preserve a healthy smile, follow these important steps:
Brush with a soft-bristled toothbrush that is replaced every few months
Brush with ADA-accepted fluoride toothpaste after each meal
Eat a diet with plenty of fruit, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, and low fat protein sources.
Limit or avoid sugary foods and drinks, especially soda and hard or chewy candy
Visit Dr. Malfair at least once a year and have your teeth cleaned and examined
Consider having sealants to help protect the enamel in the hard-to-clean places
People all over the Kelowna area trust Love Your Smile – Dr. Stephen Malfair in Kelowna for their family’s dental care. Dr. Malfair, DDS, specializes in:
Call today for an appointment at 250-860-8900 and trust the caring team at Love Your Smile – Dr. Stephen Malfair to help keep you smiling.
Contact Love Your Smile – Dr. Stephen Malfair:
250-860-8900
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1890 Cooper Rd Ste 301
Kelowna, British Columbia
V1Y 8B7
