Fissure sealant

Question 1

Steps

Answer 1

1. Prepare cavity by brushing with prophy paste
2. Acid etch, leave for 20s, and wash and dry for 10s
3. Application of sealant
4. Light cure for 20s
5. Polish with white stone (if required)
6. Check margins with probe, check occlusion with articulating paper

Question 2

Which teeth

Answer 2

All permanent molars (especially 6s) as soon as they erupt

Question 3

Method of isolation

Answer 3

Rubber dam or cotton wool rolls

Question 4

Indication

Answer 4

High caries risk, deep fissure patterns, stagnating plaque

Newly erupting molars