Tag: fissures

Seal Off the Potential for Problems Before They Start with Dental Sealants

Healthy Smile, Happy Mouth On the chewing surfaces of our back teeth (our molars and premolars), there are deep grooves or fissures where tooth decay can often start.  Because of the anatomy of the deep fissures in the tooth’s enamel, bacterial plaque can infiltrate these areas.  However, toothbrush bristles and fluoride cannot often get into these […]