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Stop cavities before they start
Even with good brushing habits, the deep grooves and pits on the chewing surface of your back molars can be too narrow for a toothbrush bristle to fully clean — which is exactly where most cavities in kids and teens get started. A dental sealant is a thin, protective coating painted onto those grooves, sealing out food particles and bacteria before decay has a chance to take hold.
What to expect
- Clean & prep. The tooth is cleaned and dried, with no numbing or drilling needed.
- Paint & cure. A liquid resin is painted onto the chewing surface and hardened with a curing light in seconds.
- Check the bite. We make sure the sealant feels smooth and natural before you leave.
Why patients choose us for sealants
- Quick, comfortable, no-drill application — usually a few minutes per tooth.
- Available for kids right after permanent molars come in, and for cavity-prone adults.
- Clear written pricing, with most children's plans covering sealants at little to no cost.
- 22+ years of preventive dental care in Palm Beach County.
Related treatments
If a cavity has already started, a composite filling can repair it. For your child's overall preventive care, learn more about our family & kids dentistry. You can also return to the homepage.
Sealants FAQs
Dental sealant questions, answered
How much do dental sealants cost in Royal Palm Beach?
Dental sealants at our Royal Palm Beach office typically cost $35 to $60 per tooth. Most dental insurance plans cover sealants for children at no or low cost, and we verify your benefits and provide a written estimate before treatment for adults.
How long do dental sealants last?
Sealants typically last 5 to 10 years with normal wear, and we check them at every routine cleaning. If a sealant chips or wears down, it can usually be touched up or reapplied in the same visit.
Are dental sealants only for kids, or can adults get them too?
Sealants are most common for kids and teens right after their permanent molars come in, but adults with deep grooves in their molars and no existing decay or fillings in that tooth can benefit from sealants too, especially if they're cavity-prone.
Does insurance cover dental sealants?
Most dental insurance plans cover sealants for children as a preventive benefit, often at no out-of-pocket cost. Coverage for adult sealants varies by plan, so we check your benefits and let you know your exact cost before treatment.
Is getting a dental sealant painful?
No — applying a sealant is quick, comfortable, and doesn't require any numbing or drilling. The tooth is cleaned, a liquid resin is painted onto the chewing surface, and it's hardened with a curing light, usually in just a few minutes per tooth.