How long do sealants last?

Several years with normal wear, and can be reapplied if needed.

Are sealants only for kids?

No — adults without decay in their molar grooves can benefit too.

Preventive Care

Stopping decay in its tracks

Fillings & Sealants

Treating cavities and protecting teeth before they start.

20–40 minutes per tooth

Typical duration

None — normal eating and brushing can resume the same day.

Recovery

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Overview

Fillings restore teeth already affected by decay; sealants protect the back teeth's grooves from ever developing cavities in the first place — both quick, routine, and effective.

Is this right for you?

Patients with a diagnosed cavity
Children and adults wanting preventive sealants on molars
Anyone prone to cavities in deep tooth grooves

Signs to watch for

A diagnosed cavity or visible dark spot on a tooth
Sensitivity when eating something sweet or cold
Deep grooves on molars prone to trapping plaque

Why patients choose this

Stops decay before it reaches the tooth's nerve

Sealants prevent cavities before they ever start

Quick, routine, and typically painless

What to expect

Diagnosis

X-rays and exam confirm the extent of any decay.

Numbing (if needed)

For fillings, the area is numbed first.

Cleaning/application

Decay removed and filled, or sealant painted onto grooves.

Bite check

Making sure the result feels natural when biting.

Technology used

Tooth-colored composite filling material
Preventive sealant coating for molar grooves

Treatment duration

20–40 minutes per tooth

Exact timing depends on your specific case — confirmed at consultation.

Recovery

None — normal eating and brushing can resume the same day.

Common questions

The area is numbed beforehand, so the procedure itself is typically painless.

Meet our doctors

A team our patients have trusted for 17 years.

Dr. Neha Kulsum

Proprietor · Root Canal Specialist & Cosmetic Dentist · 12+ years experience

Dr. Neha specialises in painless root canal treatments, smile designing, cosmetic dentistry, crowns and bridges, restorative procedures, and preventive oral healthcare — always with a strong emphasis on precision, comfort, and patient satisfaction. She believes every smile is unique, and takes the time to understand each patient's individual needs before building a treatment plan that prioritises both long-term oral health and aesthetics. As the clinic's proprietor, she carries forward a legacy that began in 1995 — integrating modern dental technology and evidence-based practice with the same gentle, unhurried approach that's kept generations of the same families coming back.

"Your smile is our priority, and your trust is our greatest achievement."

Dr. Shyama Pramod

BDS, MDS, FPOS · Orthodontist

MDS — Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
Fellowship in Surgical Orthodontics
RGUHS rank holder
Pierre Fauchard Academy award recipient (South Asia Division)
Braces & clear aligner treatment planning

Dr. Shyama plans and manages orthodontic treatment — braces and clear aligners — including cases that need a combined surgical and orthodontic approach. She holds an MDS in orthodontics alongside a Fellowship in Surgical Orthodontics, graduated as a rank holder from RGUHS, and has been recognised by the Pierre Fauchard Academy for its South Asia division.