A quick, painless treatment that adds years of protection for kids, teens, and adults. Keep cavities away with dental sealants designed to shield your smile.
Dental sealants are thin, protective coatings that seal the tiny grooves on the chewing surfaces of your molars and premolars. These grooves are where food and bacteria love to hide, and they’re the most common places for cavities to start.
Sealants act like a shield, blocking bacteria and acids from ever reaching your enamel. The treatment is fast, painless, and safe for both kids and adults.
At 97 Smiles, we recommend sealants as an important preventive step for children as soon as their permanent molars come in, and for adults who want extra cavity protection.
Sealants are one of the easiest ways to prevent future dental problems. They:
For a small investment of time, sealants can save you years of stress, cost, and discomfort.
Here’s what your visit will look like at 97 Smiles:
We start with a gentle cleaning to remove any plaque or food debris.
The tooth is dried and kept moisture-free to ensure the sealant sticks properly.
A liquid resin is painted into the grooves of the tooth.
A special blue light hardens the resin in seconds.
We test your bite, make sure everything feels smooth, and you’re done.
The whole process takes just minutes per tooth, with zero pain and zero drilling.
Here’s how we make orthodontics work for real people and real families:

We use ADA-approved, safe materials suitable for kids, teens, and adults.

Sealants take just minutes to apply and require no needles, drilling, or discomfort.

Sealants are often covered by insurance for children, and affordable financing options exist for adults too.
Sealants at 97 Smiles are for you if:
📌 You want to protect your child’s new permanent molars from cavities.
📌 You’re an adult who wants to prevent future dental problems.
📌 You’d like a quick, painless, and affordable way to strengthen your defense against decay.
📌 You want peace of mind knowing your teeth have extra protection.
Yes. Sealants are made from safe, durable resin materials approved by the American Dental Association.
Sealants typically last 5–10 years, with regular dental checkups to check for wear.
Yes. Kids’ permanent molars are especially vulnerable to cavities, and sealants can prevent problems before they start.
We offer affordable financing through CareCredit, Sunbit, and in-house options so cost never stands in the way.
No. Sealants are extra protection, but daily brushing and flossing are still essential.
97 SMILES
8255 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
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