{"id":1701,"date":"2026-10-13T11:19:23","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T11:19:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/?page_id=1701"},"modified":"2026-10-27T12:55:08","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T12:55:08","slug":"childrens-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/childrens-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Children\u2019s Dentistry"},"content":{"rendered":"<main id='oxy-main'><section class=\"oxy-container-1701-100 oxy-container hero\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:100,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;section&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;4324deae-3cc6-43b7-99da-bb57c242d64a&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:101,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;9313a262-199c-4810-aed8-e31e7955c7eb&quot;,&quot;3d43d708-38dc-462f-8ca6-0f375e80bb02&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:102,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;d2a317e8-0818-446b-bfc9-d23e2ba4cf3e&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:103,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;210 Dental Clinic&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;span&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;5c8956a1-7e2a-4472-8bdb-656d0e877e34&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:102},{&quot;id&quot;:104,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Children&#039;s Preventive Dentistry &lt;em&gt; in Boston Spa&lt;\\\/em&gt;&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;h1&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;14bd0427-4f6a-4135-b51c-28e8d6baa199&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:102},{&quot;id&quot;:294,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;At &lt;strong&gt;210 Dental Clinic&lt;\\\/strong&gt;, we provide preventive dental care for children in &lt;strong&gt;Boston Spa, Wetherby and the surrounding areas&lt;\\\/strong&gt;.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;0945ebc9-f860-466f-82d4-7b31b543bf58&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:102},{&quot;id&quot;:105,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;Fissure sealants are just one part of a comprehensive approach to protecting children&#039;s teeth. Regular dental examinations, fluoride toothpaste, good brushing habits and a tooth-friendly diet all play an important role in preventing tooth decay.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We&#039;ll make sure your child&#039;s dental care is tailored to their age, development and individual needs, helping them build positive habits that can last a lifetime.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:102},{&quot;id&quot;:106,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;0755bd54-30e1-4037-8b04-6e96406c407e&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:107,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\TextLink&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Book Appointment&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/contact\\\/&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;703fc944-151e-4cc2-9a21-e0b1e4522317&quot;,&quot;f89e53ea-44b4-4cb1-bfc7-fe06b1b4df4f&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:106}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:102}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:101},{&quot;id&quot;:109,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;a1b6dfed-9908-41b2-9df7-dd4bc0adb631&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:110,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;81accaa3-cf70-45f1-b09a-0d9d2d955a7e&quot;]},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;attributes&quot;:[{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;aria-hidden&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;true&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:109},{&quot;id&quot;:111,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;81accaa3-cf70-45f1-b09a-0d9d2d955a7e&quot;]},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;attributes&quot;:[{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;aria-hidden&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;true&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:109},{&quot;id&quot;:112,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;31db72b3-54a6-4ec1-bc37-3d69c9e87ceb&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:109},{&quot;id&quot;:113,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;89e10aaa-1015-4d07-bb82-e94698186264&quot;,&quot;ce793926-0e7c-46c7-a6b6-a6206ead50d1&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:114,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Image&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;image&quot;:{&quot;from&quot;:&quot;media_library&quot;,&quot;lazy_load&quot;:true,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;custom&quot;,&quot;media&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1784,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;childrens-2.webp&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-2.webp&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/webp&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;thumbnail&quot;:{&quot;height&quot;:150,&quot;width&quot;:150,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-2-150x150.webp&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;},&quot;medium&quot;:{&quot;height&quot;:258,&quot;width&quot;:300,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-2-300x258.webp&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;},&quot;medium_large&quot;:{&quot;height&quot;:660,&quot;width&quot;:768,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-2-768x660.webp&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;},&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-2.webp&quot;,&quot;height&quot;:687,&quot;width&quot;:800,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-2.webp 800w, https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-2-300x258.webp 300w, https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-2-768x660.webp 768w&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px&quot;}},&quot;size&quot;:&quot;breakdance_custom&quot;,&quot;custom_alt&quot;:&quot;Young boy visiting the dentist with his parent&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:113}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:109},{&quot;id&quot;:115,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;fedf05e5-9f84-4818-89e8-068c0ab7d83f&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:116,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;ccecb33c-ac82-4159-8627-da9c97b552e0&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:117,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;4.9&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:116}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:115},{&quot;id&quot;:118,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;strong&gt;Excellent&lt;\\\/strong&gt; &lt;br&gt;258 patient reviews on Google&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:115}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:109}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:101}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:100}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-101 oxy-container wrap hero-grid\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-102 oxy-container hero-copy\"><span class=\"oxy-text-1701-103 oxy-text eyebrow\">\n210 Dental Clinic\n<\/span><h1 class=\"oxy-text-1701-104 oxy-text vrj-h1-style\">\nChildren's Preventive Dentistry <em> in Boston Spa<\/em>\n<\/h1><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-1701-294 oxy-rich-text highlight-text\">\n<p>At <strong>210 Dental Clinic<\/strong>, we provide preventive dental care for children in <strong>Boston Spa, Wetherby and the surrounding areas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-1701-105 oxy-rich-text\">\n<p>Fissure sealants are just one part of a comprehensive approach to protecting children's teeth. Regular dental examinations, fluoride toothpaste, good brushing habits and a tooth-friendly diet all play an important role in preventing tooth decay.<\/p><p>We'll make sure your child's dental care is tailored to their age, development and individual needs, helping them build positive habits that can last a lifetime.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-106 oxy-container hero-ctas\"><a class=\"oxy-text-link-1701-107 oxy-text-link btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/contact\/\" target=\"_self\">\nBook Appointment\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-109 oxy-container hero-visual\"><div class=\"oxy-text-1701-110 oxy-text hero-ring\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"oxy-text-1701-111 oxy-text hero-ring\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n<\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-112 oxy-container hero-ring-small\"><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-113 oxy-container container-17 hero-photo-frame2\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"oxy-image-1701-114 oxy-image\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-2.webp\" alt=\"Young boy visiting the dentist with his parent\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-2.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-2-300x258.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-2-768x660.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-115 oxy-container hero-float-card\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-116 oxy-container svg-circle-container\"><div class=\"oxy-text-1701-117 oxy-text\">\n4.9\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-text-1701-118 oxy-text\">\n<strong>Excellent<\/strong> <br>258 patient reviews on Google\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"oxy-container-1701-119 oxy-container spotlight-section background-white\" id=\"implants\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:119,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;section&quot;,&quot;attributes&quot;:[{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;id&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;implants&quot;}]}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;4d401f4a-3117-40e8-ab1a-da6c0eb7f8c8&quot;,&quot;8eb674f7-2ec8-431b-a910-7a6cfd97002a&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:120,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;9313a262-199c-4810-aed8-e31e7955c7eb&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:121,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;961861d6-8e4a-449b-9d42-cd8602b7278a&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:122,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;What Are &quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;span&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;5c8956a1-7e2a-4472-8bdb-656d0e877e34&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:121},{&quot;id&quot;:123,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;What Are Fissure 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800w, https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-4-300x217.webp 300w, https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-4-768x555.webp 768w&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px&quot;}},&quot;custom_alt&quot;:&quot;Smiling children&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:127}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:126}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:125},{&quot;id&quot;:129,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;eccf3c4c-1e0c-4183-89ec-cf2a1ff31057&quot;,&quot;9825cb5d-ada4-4426-aab1-43bd4543f3db&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:130,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Fissure sealants&lt;\\\/strong&gt; are thin protective coatings applied to the grooves and fissures of teeth, particularly the permanent molars.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The chewing surfaces of back teeth naturally contain small grooves and pits. Food and plaque can collect in these areas, and because they can be difficult to clean thoroughly with a toothbrush, they can be more vulnerable to tooth decay.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A fissure sealant fills these grooves, creating a smoother surface that is easier to clean.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fissure sealants are particularly useful as part of a &lt;strong&gt;preventive dental care plan for children&lt;\\\/strong&gt;, although they can also be appropriate for adults who have deep or decay-prone fissures.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:129}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:125}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:120}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:119},{&quot;id&quot;:140,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Component&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;block&quot;:{&quot;componentId&quot;:1474,&quot;targets&quot;:[{&quot;nodeId&quot;:101,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;8ff821af-a8f8-423f-870e-8d95cc3dcd49&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:101,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.url&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;bb1804c3-3c5e-468f-b744-1002904da03a&quot;}],&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;bb1804c3-3c5e-468f-b744-1002904da03a&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/contact\\\/&quot;}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:119}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-120 oxy-container wrap\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-121 oxy-container central-heading-block\"><span class=\"oxy-text-1701-122 oxy-text eyebrow\">\nWhat Are \n<\/span><h2 class=\"oxy-text-1701-123 oxy-text\">\nWhat Are Fissure Sealants?\n<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-125 oxy-container vrj-col-wrap\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-126 oxy-container vrj-width-50 vrj-col-left\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-127 oxy-container image-box-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"oxy-image-1701-128 oxy-image\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-4.webp\" alt=\"Smiling children\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-4.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-4-300x217.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-4-768x555.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-129 oxy-container vrj-width-50 vrj-col-right\"><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-1701-130 oxy-rich-text\">\n<p><strong>Fissure sealants<\/strong> are thin protective coatings applied to the grooves and fissures of teeth, particularly the permanent molars.<\/p><p>The chewing surfaces of back teeth naturally contain small grooves and pits. Food and plaque can collect in these areas, and because they can be difficult to clean thoroughly with a toothbrush, they can be more vulnerable to tooth decay.<\/p><p>A fissure sealant fills these grooves, creating a smoother surface that is easier to clean.<\/p><p>Fissure sealants are particularly useful as part of a <strong>preventive dental care plan for children<\/strong>, although they can also be appropriate for adults who have deep or decay-prone fissures.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1474-100-1474-1 oxy-container link-container-cent oxy-container-1474-100\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:100,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;a794cbd1-0d72-4846-83af-48dccedc4ef6&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:101,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\TextLink&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Book Appointment&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;\\\/contact&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;703fc944-151e-4cc2-9a21-e0b1e4522317&quot;,&quot;f89e53ea-44b4-4cb1-bfc7-fe06b1b4df4f&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;link text&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;8ff821af-a8f8-423f-870e-8d95cc3dcd49&quot;},{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;link url&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.url&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;bb1804c3-3c5e-468f-b744-1002904da03a&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1474-100&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><a class=\"oxy-text-link-1474-101-1474-1 oxy-text-link btn btn-primary oxy-text-link-1474-101\" href=\"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/contact\/\" target=\"_self\">\nBook Appointment\n<\/a><\/div><\/section><section class=\"oxy-container-1701-214 oxy-container spotlight-section bg-pale\" id=\"endodontics\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:214,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;section&quot;,&quot;attributes&quot;:[{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;id&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;endodontics&quot;}]}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;4d401f4a-3117-40e8-ab1a-da6c0eb7f8c8&quot;,&quot;734874ef-e80a-4583-85a4-71d802b97fa9&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:285,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;961861d6-8e4a-449b-9d42-cd8602b7278a&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:286,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Benefits of Fissure Sealants&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;h3&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;9eec6f40-eab3-4f7a-b4de-5667ee989b2f&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:285}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:214},{&quot;id&quot;:215,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;9313a262-199c-4810-aed8-e31e7955c7eb&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:216,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;4167f568-4c0f-44fe-a2bd-5ecc5224160e&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:217,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;eccf3c4c-1e0c-4183-89ec-cf2a1ff31057&quot;,&quot;37e4edf1-daa1-479b-896d-1b4efc550033&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:221,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;a5c53d28-da82-4b1b-804a-1f2c8bd30238&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:222,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;ul&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;f4511508-ac01-4190-b87e-b33980662ab6&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:223,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;li&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:224,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\SvgIcon&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:null,&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:413,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-checkmark&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;checkmark&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; id=\\&quot;icon-checkmark\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 32 32\\&quot;&gt;\\n&lt;path d=\\&quot;M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;\\n&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;,&quot;iconSetSlug&quot;:&quot;IcoMoon Free&quot;}}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;f7ca0aba-e040-40a3-af8c-604d1c35a0cb&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:223},{&quot;id&quot;:225,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;b&gt;Help Prevent Tooth Decay&lt;\\\/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;By covering vulnerable grooves and fissures, sealants can help reduce the areas where plaque and food particles can collect.&lt;br&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:223}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:222},{&quot;id&quot;:226,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;li&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:227,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\SvgIcon&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:null,&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:413,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-checkmark&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;checkmark&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; id=\\&quot;icon-checkmark\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 32 32\\&quot;&gt;\\n&lt;path d=\\&quot;M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;\\n&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;,&quot;iconSetSlug&quot;:&quot;IcoMoon Free&quot;}}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;f7ca0aba-e040-40a3-af8c-604d1c35a0cb&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:226},{&quot;id&quot;:228,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;b&gt;Easier to Keep Clean&lt;\\\/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;The smooth surface created by the sealant can make the chewing surfaces of back teeth easier to clean effectively.&lt;br&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:226}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:222},{&quot;id&quot;:272,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;li&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:273,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\SvgIcon&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:null,&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:413,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-checkmark&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;checkmark&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; id=\\&quot;icon-checkmark\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 32 32\\&quot;&gt;\\n&lt;path d=\\&quot;M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;\\n&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;,&quot;iconSetSlug&quot;:&quot;IcoMoon Free&quot;}}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;f7ca0aba-e040-40a3-af8c-604d1c35a0cb&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:272},{&quot;id&quot;:274,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;b&gt;Quick and Comfortable&lt;\\\/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Applying a fissure sealant is usually a straightforward procedure and does not normally require drilling or injections.&lt;br&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:272}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:222},{&quot;id&quot;:275,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;li&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:276,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\SvgIcon&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:null,&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:413,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-checkmark&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;checkmark&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; id=\\&quot;icon-checkmark\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 32 32\\&quot;&gt;\\n&lt;path d=\\&quot;M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;\\n&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;,&quot;iconSetSlug&quot;:&quot;IcoMoon Free&quot;}}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;f7ca0aba-e040-40a3-af8c-604d1c35a0cb&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:275},{&quot;id&quot;:277,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;b&gt;Protect Newly Erupted Teeth&lt;\\\/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Permanent molars can be particularly vulnerable to decay soon after they erupt. Applying a sealant at the appropriate time can provide additional protection during these important early years.&lt;br&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:275}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:222},{&quot;id&quot;:278,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;li&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:279,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\SvgIcon&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:null,&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:413,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-checkmark&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;checkmark&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; id=\\&quot;icon-checkmark\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 32 32\\&quot;&gt;\\n&lt;path d=\\&quot;M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;\\n&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;,&quot;iconSetSlug&quot;:&quot;IcoMoon Free&quot;}}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;f7ca0aba-e040-40a3-af8c-604d1c35a0cb&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:278},{&quot;id&quot;:280,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;b&gt;Support Good Oral Hygiene&lt;\\\/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Fissure sealants work alongside regular brushing, fluoride use and dental check-ups. They are an additional preventive measure rather than a replacement for good oral hygiene.&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:278}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:222}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:221},{&quot;id&quot;:232,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;24d2ef51-0e11-45f5-84a3-fd4804514a9e&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:233,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\TextLink&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Book a Consultation&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/contact\\\/&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;703fc944-151e-4cc2-9a21-e0b1e4522317&quot;,&quot;f89e53ea-44b4-4cb1-bfc7-fe06b1b4df4f&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:232}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:221}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:217}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:216},{&quot;id&quot;:235,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;eccf3c4c-1e0c-4183-89ec-cf2a1ff31057&quot;,&quot;9825cb5d-ada4-4426-aab1-43bd4543f3db&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:236,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;e68e6f5c-76c3-425c-b23c-fcc76a27064f&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:242,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Image&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;image&quot;:{&quot;from&quot;:&quot;media_library&quot;,&quot;lazy_load&quot;:true,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;custom&quot;,&quot;media&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1785,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;childrens-3.webp&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-3.webp&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/webp&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;thumbnail&quot;:{&quot;height&quot;:150,&quot;width&quot;:150,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-3-150x150.webp&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;},&quot;medium&quot;:{&quot;height&quot;:258,&quot;width&quot;:300,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-3-300x258.webp&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;},&quot;medium_large&quot;:{&quot;height&quot;:660,&quot;width&quot;:768,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-3-768x660.webp&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;},&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-3.webp&quot;,&quot;height&quot;:687,&quot;width&quot;:800,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-3.webp 800w, https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-3-300x258.webp 300w, https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-3-768x660.webp 768w&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px&quot;}},&quot;custom_alt&quot;:&quot;young girl at dentist&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:236}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:235}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:216}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:215}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:214}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-285 oxy-container central-heading-block\"><h3 class=\"oxy-text-1701-286 oxy-text heading3-210\">\nBenefits of Fissure Sealants\n<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-215 oxy-container wrap\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-216 oxy-container vrj-col-wrap\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-217 oxy-container vrj-width-50 vrj-col-left\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-221 oxy-container spotlight-copy\"><ul class=\"oxy-container-1701-222 oxy-container spotlight-list\"><li class=\"oxy-container-1701-223 oxy-container\"><div class=\"oxy-svg-icon-1701-224 oxy-svg-icon vrj-list-icon\">\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" id=\"icon-checkmark\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div><div class=\"oxy-text-1701-225 oxy-text\">\n<b>Help Prevent Tooth Decay<\/b><br>By covering vulnerable grooves and fissures, sealants can help reduce the areas where plaque and food particles can collect.<br>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"oxy-container-1701-226 oxy-container\"><div class=\"oxy-svg-icon-1701-227 oxy-svg-icon vrj-list-icon\">\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" id=\"icon-checkmark\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div><div class=\"oxy-text-1701-228 oxy-text\">\n<b>Easier to Keep Clean<\/b><br>The smooth surface created by the sealant can make the chewing surfaces of back teeth easier to clean effectively.<br>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"oxy-container-1701-272 oxy-container\"><div class=\"oxy-svg-icon-1701-273 oxy-svg-icon vrj-list-icon\">\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" id=\"icon-checkmark\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div><div class=\"oxy-text-1701-274 oxy-text\">\n<b>Quick and Comfortable<\/b><br>Applying a fissure sealant is usually a straightforward procedure and does not normally require drilling or injections.<br>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"oxy-container-1701-275 oxy-container\"><div class=\"oxy-svg-icon-1701-276 oxy-svg-icon vrj-list-icon\">\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" id=\"icon-checkmark\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div><div class=\"oxy-text-1701-277 oxy-text\">\n<b>Protect Newly Erupted Teeth<\/b><br>Permanent molars can be particularly vulnerable to decay soon after they erupt. Applying a sealant at the appropriate time can provide additional protection during these important early years.<br>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"oxy-container-1701-278 oxy-container\"><div class=\"oxy-svg-icon-1701-279 oxy-svg-icon vrj-list-icon\">\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" id=\"icon-checkmark\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M27 4l-15 15-7-7-5 5 12 12 20-20z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div><div class=\"oxy-text-1701-280 oxy-text\">\n<b>Support Good Oral Hygiene<\/b><br>Fissure sealants work alongside regular brushing, fluoride use and dental check-ups. They are an additional preventive measure rather than a replacement for good oral hygiene.\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-232 oxy-container spotlight-ctas\"><a class=\"oxy-text-link-1701-233 oxy-text-link btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/contact\/\" target=\"_self\">\nBook a Consultation\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-235 oxy-container vrj-width-50 vrj-col-right\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-236 oxy-container spotlight-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"oxy-image-1701-242 oxy-image\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-3.webp\" alt=\"young girl at dentist\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-3.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-3-300x258.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-3-768x660.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"oxy-container-1701-141 oxy-container outer-wrapper bg-teal1\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:141,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;section&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;f9b222b8-7def-4828-8f45-7538351cbc24&quot;,&quot;efdf3947-215f-46ef-a372-e1a1245fd0d6&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:142,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;0714aca8-3130-43f4-b7e6-3f4af46fbab7&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:143,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;961861d6-8e4a-449b-9d42-cd8602b7278a&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:144,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;How Are Fissure Sealants Applied?&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;h3&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;9eec6f40-eab3-4f7a-b4de-5667ee989b2f&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:143},{&quot;id&quot;:145,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;Fissure sealant treatment is usually quick and comfortable.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;0945ebc9-f860-466f-82d4-7b31b543bf58&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:143}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:142},{&quot;id&quot;:146,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;1b6231e5-e139-471b-8b3f-7b7c1d5885d2&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:147,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;animations&quot;:{&quot;entrance_animation&quot;:{&quot;animation_type&quot;:&quot;zoomIn&quot;,&quot;duration&quot;:{&quot;number&quot;:600,&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;style&quot;:&quot;600ms&quot;},&quot;delay&quot;:{&quot;number&quot;:450,&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;style&quot;:&quot;450ms&quot;}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:148,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Component&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;block&quot;:{&quot;componentId&quot;:1438,&quot;targets&quot;:[{&quot;nodeId&quot;:102,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.image.media&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:104,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:105,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;}],&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;:&quot;Dental Assessment&quot;,&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;Your dentist will examine your child&#039;s teeth and assess the depth and condition of the grooves and fissures.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They&#039;ll consider factors such as the tooth&#039;s development, oral hygiene and risk of tooth decay before recommending treatment.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;,&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1292,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/svg+xml&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;&quot;}}}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:147}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:146},{&quot;id&quot;:149,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;animations&quot;:{&quot;entrance_animation&quot;:{&quot;animation_type&quot;:&quot;zoomIn&quot;,&quot;duration&quot;:{&quot;number&quot;:600,&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;style&quot;:&quot;600ms&quot;},&quot;delay&quot;:{&quot;number&quot;:450,&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;style&quot;:&quot;450ms&quot;}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:150,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Component&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;block&quot;:{&quot;componentId&quot;:1438,&quot;targets&quot;:[{&quot;nodeId&quot;:102,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.image.media&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:104,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:105,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;}],&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;:&quot;Cleaning the Tooth&quot;,&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;The tooth is thoroughly cleaned to remove plaque and debris.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Keeping the tooth dry during the procedure is important so the sealant can bond effectively.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;,&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1309,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;icon-tooth.svg&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-tooth.svg&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/svg+xml&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-tooth.svg&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;&quot;}}}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:149}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:146},{&quot;id&quot;:151,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;animations&quot;:{&quot;entrance_animation&quot;:{&quot;animation_type&quot;:&quot;zoomIn&quot;,&quot;duration&quot;:{&quot;number&quot;:600,&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;style&quot;:&quot;600ms&quot;},&quot;delay&quot;:{&quot;number&quot;:450,&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;style&quot;:&quot;450ms&quot;}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:152,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Component&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;block&quot;:{&quot;componentId&quot;:1438,&quot;targets&quot;:[{&quot;nodeId&quot;:102,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.image.media&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:104,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:105,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;}],&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;:&quot;Applying the Sealant&quot;,&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;A thin layer of sealant material is applied to the grooves on the chewing surface of the tooth.&lt;br \\\/&gt;The material flows into the fissures, creating a smooth protective layer.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;,&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1312,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;icon-tooth-shield.svg&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-tooth-shield.svg&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/svg+xml&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-tooth-shield.svg&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;&quot;}}}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:151}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:146},{&quot;id&quot;:153,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;animations&quot;:{&quot;entrance_animation&quot;:{&quot;animation_type&quot;:&quot;zoomIn&quot;,&quot;duration&quot;:{&quot;number&quot;:650,&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;style&quot;:&quot;650ms&quot;},&quot;delay&quot;:{&quot;number&quot;:450,&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;style&quot;:&quot;450ms&quot;}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:154,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Component&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;block&quot;:{&quot;componentId&quot;:1438,&quot;targets&quot;:[{&quot;nodeId&quot;:102,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.image.media&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:104,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:105,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;}],&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;:&quot;Setting the Sealant&quot;,&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;A special dental light is used to harden the sealant.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Your dentist will then check the sealant and your child&#039;s bite to make sure everything feels comfortable.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;,&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1316,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;icon-toothstar-teal.svg&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-toothstar-teal.svg&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/svg+xml&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-toothstar-teal.svg&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;&quot;}}}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:153}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:146}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:142}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:141}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-142 oxy-container inner-container\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-143 oxy-container central-heading-block\"><h3 class=\"oxy-text-1701-144 oxy-text heading3-210\">\nHow Are Fissure Sealants Applied?\n<\/h3><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-1701-145 oxy-rich-text highlight-text\">\n<p>Fissure sealant treatment is usually quick and comfortable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-146 oxy-container pathway-outer\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-147 oxy-container\" data-entrance=\"zoomIn\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-100-1438-1 oxy-container pathway-block oxy-container-1438-100\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:100,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;17458a9c-3c7b-4441-8157-94b59d5b176f&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;interactions&quot;:{&quot;interactions&quot;:[]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:101,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;5c872fb7-5552-48af-b1d3-77aec2f503a1&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:102,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Image&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;image&quot;:{&quot;from&quot;:&quot;media_library&quot;,&quot;lazy_load&quot;:true,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;from_media_library&quot;,&quot;media&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1292,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/svg+xml&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;&quot;}}}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;c0b3ec2a-6501-4613-8a09-ddda9cacbe75&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway icon&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.image.media&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-101&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-100&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:103,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;cabc39f2-1145-4354-b688-bc547266e0e1&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:104,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Heading&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;h4&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;a13cbb70-e90d-4082-bd96-f03d6af3acf9&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway heading&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-103&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:105,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;A thin layer of sealant material is applied to the grooves on the chewing surface of the tooth.&lt;br \\\/&gt;The material flows into the fissures, creating a smooth protective layer.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;d70a2b49-7238-4bf9-b11f-816072f04b30&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway text&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-103&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-100&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-101-1438-1 oxy-container pathway-icon-wrap oxy-container-1438-101\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"oxy-image-1438-102-1438-1 oxy-image pathway-icon oxy-image-1438-102\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/icon-chair.svg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-103-1438-1 oxy-container pathway-info oxy-container-1438-103\"><h4 class=\"oxy-text-1438-104-1438-1 oxy-text pathway-heading oxy-text-1438-104\">\nDental Assessment\n<\/h4><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-1438-105-1438-1 oxy-rich-text pathway-text oxy-rich-text-1438-105\">\n<p>Your dentist will examine your child's teeth and assess the depth and condition of the grooves and fissures.<\/p><p>They'll consider factors such as the tooth's development, oral hygiene and risk of tooth decay before recommending treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-149 oxy-container\" data-entrance=\"zoomIn\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-100-1438-2 oxy-container pathway-block oxy-container-1438-100\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:100,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;17458a9c-3c7b-4441-8157-94b59d5b176f&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;interactions&quot;:{&quot;interactions&quot;:[]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:101,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;5c872fb7-5552-48af-b1d3-77aec2f503a1&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:102,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Image&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;image&quot;:{&quot;from&quot;:&quot;media_library&quot;,&quot;lazy_load&quot;:true,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;from_media_library&quot;,&quot;media&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1292,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/svg+xml&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;&quot;}}}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;c0b3ec2a-6501-4613-8a09-ddda9cacbe75&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway icon&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.image.media&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-101&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-100&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:103,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;cabc39f2-1145-4354-b688-bc547266e0e1&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:104,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Heading&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;h4&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;a13cbb70-e90d-4082-bd96-f03d6af3acf9&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway heading&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-103&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:105,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;A thin layer of sealant material is applied to the grooves on the chewing surface of the tooth.&lt;br \\\/&gt;The material flows into the fissures, creating a smooth protective layer.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;d70a2b49-7238-4bf9-b11f-816072f04b30&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway text&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-103&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-100&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-101-1438-2 oxy-container pathway-icon-wrap oxy-container-1438-101\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"oxy-image-1438-102-1438-2 oxy-image pathway-icon oxy-image-1438-102\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/icon-tooth.svg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-103-1438-2 oxy-container pathway-info oxy-container-1438-103\"><h4 class=\"oxy-text-1438-104-1438-2 oxy-text pathway-heading oxy-text-1438-104\">\nCleaning the Tooth\n<\/h4><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-1438-105-1438-2 oxy-rich-text pathway-text oxy-rich-text-1438-105\">\n<p>The tooth is thoroughly cleaned to remove plaque and debris.<\/p><p>Keeping the tooth dry during the procedure is important so the sealant can bond effectively.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-151 oxy-container\" data-entrance=\"zoomIn\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-100-1438-3 oxy-container pathway-block oxy-container-1438-100\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:100,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;17458a9c-3c7b-4441-8157-94b59d5b176f&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;interactions&quot;:{&quot;interactions&quot;:[]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:101,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;5c872fb7-5552-48af-b1d3-77aec2f503a1&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:102,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Image&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;image&quot;:{&quot;from&quot;:&quot;media_library&quot;,&quot;lazy_load&quot;:true,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;from_media_library&quot;,&quot;media&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1292,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/svg+xml&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;&quot;}}}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;c0b3ec2a-6501-4613-8a09-ddda9cacbe75&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway icon&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.image.media&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-101&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-100&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:103,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;cabc39f2-1145-4354-b688-bc547266e0e1&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:104,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Heading&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;h4&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;a13cbb70-e90d-4082-bd96-f03d6af3acf9&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway heading&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-103&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:105,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;A thin layer of sealant material is applied to the grooves on the chewing surface of the tooth.&lt;br \\\/&gt;The material flows into the fissures, creating a smooth protective layer.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;d70a2b49-7238-4bf9-b11f-816072f04b30&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway text&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-103&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-100&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-101-1438-3 oxy-container pathway-icon-wrap oxy-container-1438-101\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"oxy-image-1438-102-1438-3 oxy-image pathway-icon oxy-image-1438-102\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/icon-tooth-shield.svg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-103-1438-3 oxy-container pathway-info oxy-container-1438-103\"><h4 class=\"oxy-text-1438-104-1438-3 oxy-text pathway-heading oxy-text-1438-104\">\nApplying the Sealant\n<\/h4><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-1438-105-1438-3 oxy-rich-text pathway-text oxy-rich-text-1438-105\">\n<p>A thin layer of sealant material is applied to the grooves on the chewing surface of the tooth.<br \/>The material flows into the fissures, creating a smooth protective layer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-153 oxy-container\" data-entrance=\"zoomIn\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-100-1438-4 oxy-container pathway-block oxy-container-1438-100\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:100,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;17458a9c-3c7b-4441-8157-94b59d5b176f&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;interactions&quot;:{&quot;interactions&quot;:[]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:101,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;5c872fb7-5552-48af-b1d3-77aec2f503a1&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:102,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Image&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;image&quot;:{&quot;from&quot;:&quot;media_library&quot;,&quot;lazy_load&quot;:true,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;from_media_library&quot;,&quot;media&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1292,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/svg+xml&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/08\\\/icon-chair.svg&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;&quot;}}}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;c0b3ec2a-6501-4613-8a09-ddda9cacbe75&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway icon&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.image.media&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;45a75a7e-539a-41e6-982f-603af598ab56&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-101&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-100&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:103,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;cabc39f2-1145-4354-b688-bc547266e0e1&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:104,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Heading&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;h4&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;a13cbb70-e90d-4082-bd96-f03d6af3acf9&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway heading&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;25267b9d-cb92-43f2-b191-00eefbfec8a9&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-103&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:105,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;A thin layer of sealant material is applied to the grooves on the chewing surface of the tooth.&lt;br \\\/&gt;The material flows into the fissures, creating a smooth protective layer.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;d70a2b49-7238-4bf9-b11f-816072f04b30&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;pathway text&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;528c4c24-3f93-4cdf-9b62-4feb3ae70ee6&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-103&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1438-100&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-101-1438-4 oxy-container pathway-icon-wrap oxy-container-1438-101\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"oxy-image-1438-102-1438-4 oxy-image pathway-icon oxy-image-1438-102\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/icon-toothstar-teal.svg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1438-103-1438-4 oxy-container pathway-info oxy-container-1438-103\"><h4 class=\"oxy-text-1438-104-1438-4 oxy-text pathway-heading oxy-text-1438-104\">\nSetting the Sealant\n<\/h4><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-1438-105-1438-4 oxy-rich-text pathway-text oxy-rich-text-1438-105\">\n<p>A special dental light is used to harden the sealant.<\/p><p>Your dentist will then check the sealant and your child's bite to make sure everything feels comfortable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"oxy-container-1701-174 oxy-container spotlight-section bg-pale\" id=\"endodontics\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:174,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;section&quot;,&quot;attributes&quot;:[{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;id&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;endodontics&quot;}]}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;4d401f4a-3117-40e8-ab1a-da6c0eb7f8c8&quot;,&quot;734874ef-e80a-4583-85a4-71d802b97fa9&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:175,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;9313a262-199c-4810-aed8-e31e7955c7eb&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:176,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;2868e732-044d-4441-aea8-0538ce48f55f&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:177,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;eccf3c4c-1e0c-4183-89ec-cf2a1ff31057&quot;,&quot;9825cb5d-ada4-4426-aab1-43bd4543f3db&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:178,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;e68e6f5c-76c3-425c-b23c-fcc76a27064f&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:179,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Image&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;image&quot;:{&quot;from&quot;:&quot;media_library&quot;,&quot;lazy_load&quot;:true,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;custom&quot;,&quot;media&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:1783,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;childrens-1.webp&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-1.webp&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;mime&quot;:&quot;image\\\/webp&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:{&quot;thumbnail&quot;:{&quot;height&quot;:150,&quot;width&quot;:150,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-1-150x150.webp&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;},&quot;medium&quot;:{&quot;height&quot;:258,&quot;width&quot;:300,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-1-300x258.webp&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;},&quot;medium_large&quot;:{&quot;height&quot;:660,&quot;width&quot;:768,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-1-768x660.webp&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;},&quot;full&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-1.webp&quot;,&quot;height&quot;:687,&quot;width&quot;:800,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;landscape&quot;}},&quot;attributes&quot;:{&quot;srcset&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-1.webp 800w, https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-1-300x258.webp 300w, https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/10\\\/childrens-1-768x660.webp 768w&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:&quot;(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px&quot;}},&quot;custom_alt&quot;:&quot;Young boy having teeth cleaned by his mother&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:178}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:177}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:176},{&quot;id&quot;:180,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;eccf3c4c-1e0c-4183-89ec-cf2a1ff31057&quot;,&quot;37e4edf1-daa1-479b-896d-1b4efc550033&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:181,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;When Are &quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;span&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;5c8956a1-7e2a-4472-8bdb-656d0e877e34&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:180},{&quot;id&quot;:182,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Fissure Sealants Recommended?&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;h3&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;9eec6f40-eab3-4f7a-b4de-5667ee989b2f&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:180},{&quot;id&quot;:183,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;Fissure sealants are often considered for children&#039;s permanent molars once they have erupted sufficiently for the tooth to be assessed and treated.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The first permanent molars usually appear around &lt;strong&gt;six years of age&lt;\\\/strong&gt;, while the second permanent molars generally erupt around 11 to 13 years of age.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;However, there is no single age that is right for every child. Your dentist will assess the individual teeth and recommend sealants when appropriate.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fissure sealants may be particularly useful for children who have:&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Deep grooves or fissures in their molars&lt;\\\/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A higher risk of tooth decay&lt;\\\/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Difficulty cleaning the back teeth effectively&lt;\\\/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A history of dental decay&lt;\\\/li&gt;&lt;\\\/ul&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:180}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:176}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:175}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:174},{&quot;id&quot;:184,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Component&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;block&quot;:{&quot;componentId&quot;:1474,&quot;targets&quot;:[{&quot;nodeId&quot;:101,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;8ff821af-a8f8-423f-870e-8d95cc3dcd49&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:101,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.url&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;bb1804c3-3c5e-468f-b744-1002904da03a&quot;}],&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;bb1804c3-3c5e-468f-b744-1002904da03a&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/contact\\\/&quot;}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:174}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-175 oxy-container wrap\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-176 oxy-container vrj-col-wrap-rev\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-177 oxy-container vrj-width-50 vrj-col-right\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-178 oxy-container spotlight-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"oxy-image-1701-179 oxy-image\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-1.webp\" alt=\"Young boy having teeth cleaned by his mother\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-1.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-1-300x258.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/childrens-1-768x660.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-180 oxy-container vrj-width-50 vrj-col-left\"><span class=\"oxy-text-1701-181 oxy-text eyebrow\">\nWhen Are \n<\/span><h3 class=\"oxy-text-1701-182 oxy-text heading3-210\">\nFissure Sealants Recommended?\n<\/h3><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-1701-183 oxy-rich-text\">\n<p>Fissure sealants are often considered for children's permanent molars once they have erupted sufficiently for the tooth to be assessed and treated.<\/p><p>The first permanent molars usually appear around <strong>six years of age<\/strong>, while the second permanent molars generally erupt around 11 to 13 years of age.<\/p><p>However, there is no single age that is right for every child. Your dentist will assess the individual teeth and recommend sealants when appropriate.<\/p><p>Fissure sealants may be particularly useful for children who have:<\/p><ul><li>Deep grooves or fissures in their molars<\/li><li>A higher risk of tooth decay<\/li><li>Difficulty cleaning the back teeth effectively<\/li><li>A history of dental decay<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1474-100-1474-2 oxy-container link-container-cent oxy-container-1474-100\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:100,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;a794cbd1-0d72-4846-83af-48dccedc4ef6&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:101,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\TextLink&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Book Appointment&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;\\\/contact&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;703fc944-151e-4cc2-9a21-e0b1e4522317&quot;,&quot;f89e53ea-44b4-4cb1-bfc7-fe06b1b4df4f&quot;],&quot;component&quot;:{&quot;editableProperties&quot;:[{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;link text&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;8ff821af-a8f8-423f-870e-8d95cc3dcd49&quot;},{&quot;enabled&quot;:true,&quot;label&quot;:&quot;link url&quot;,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.url&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;bb1804c3-3c5e-468f-b744-1002904da03a&quot;}]}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:&quot;1474-100&quot;}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><a class=\"oxy-text-link-1474-101-1474-2 oxy-text-link btn btn-primary oxy-text-link-1474-101\" href=\"https:\/\/www.designdental.co.uk\/lion\/contact\/\" target=\"_self\">\nBook Appointment\n<\/a><\/div><\/section><section class=\"oxy-container-1701-185 oxy-container outer-wrapper bg-white\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:185,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;section&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;f9b222b8-7def-4828-8f45-7538351cbc24&quot;,&quot;5f4147e7-b3b9-489e-ad83-46d6e0adfded&quot;],&quot;classes_conditions&quot;:[]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:186,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;0714aca8-3130-43f4-b7e6-3f4af46fbab7&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:187,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;961861d6-8e4a-449b-9d42-cd8602b7278a&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:188,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Text&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Fissure Sealants FAQs&quot;}},&quot;settings&quot;:{&quot;advanced&quot;:{&quot;tag&quot;:&quot;h3&quot;}},&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;9eec6f40-eab3-4f7a-b4de-5667ee989b2f&quot;,&quot;5ff7ff9d-6094-4c88-8964-15746b43bec8&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:187}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:186},{&quot;id&quot;:189,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;7bb38ba1-8466-4927-b326-01b946760aef&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:194,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\AdvancedAccordion&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:{&quot;item&quot;:{&quot;style&quot;:&quot;bordered&quot;,&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-chevron-right.&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;chevron right&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; 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This is why your dentist will check them during regular dental examinations.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If a sealant becomes worn or damaged, it may be possible to repair or replace it.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:197}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:194},{&quot;id&quot;:199,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\AccordionContent&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;default&quot;:{&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-plus.&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;plus&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 448 512\\&quot;&gt;&lt;!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com License - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com\\\/license\\\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --&gt;&lt;path d=\\&quot;M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;},&quot;active&quot;:{&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-minus.&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;minus&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; 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viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 448 512\\&quot;&gt;&lt;!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com License - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com\\\/license\\\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --&gt;&lt;path d=\\&quot;M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;},&quot;active&quot;:{&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-minus.&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;minus&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 448 512\\&quot;&gt;&lt;!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com License - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com\\\/license\\\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --&gt;&lt;path d=\\&quot;M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;}},&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Are Fissure Sealants Painful?&quot;}},&quot;design&quot;:{&quot;container&quot;:{&quot;background&quot;:&quot;var(--bde-palette-white-37732692-80b8-4838-9dfb-83adfce8991b-10)&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:202,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;No. Applying a fissure sealant is pain free.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There is generally no need for drilling or local anaesthetic because the sealant is applied to the surface of the tooth.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:201}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:194},{&quot;id&quot;:203,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\AccordionContent&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;default&quot;:{&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-plus.&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;plus&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 448 512\\&quot;&gt;&lt;!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com License - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com\\\/license\\\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --&gt;&lt;path d=\\&quot;M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;},&quot;active&quot;:{&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;icon-minus.&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;minus&quot;,&quot;svgCode&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 448 512\\&quot;&gt;&lt;!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com License - https:\\\/\\\/fontawesome.com\\\/license\\\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --&gt;&lt;path d=\\&quot;M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\\&quot;\\\/&gt;&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;}},&quot;title&quot;:&quot;At What Age Should My Child Have Fissure Sealants?&quot;}},&quot;design&quot;:{&quot;container&quot;:{&quot;background&quot;:&quot;var(--bde-palette-white-37732692-80b8-4838-9dfb-83adfce8991b-10)&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:204,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;Fissure sealants are commonly considered when permanent molars erupt.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The first permanent molars usually appear around six years of age, but the ideal timing varies from child to child.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Your dentist can assess your child&#039;s teeth and advise when sealants may be beneficial.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:203}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:194},{&quot;id&quot;:205,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\AccordionContent&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:{&quot;container&quot;:{&quot;background&quot;:&quot;var(--bde-palette-white-37732692-80b8-4838-9dfb-83adfce8991b-10)&quot;}},&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Do Fissure Sealants Prevent Cavities?&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:206,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;Fissure sealants can reduce the risk of tooth decay in the grooves and fissures where they are applied.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;However, they cannot prevent every cavity and should always be used alongside regular brushing with fluoride toothpaste, a healthy diet and routine dental examinations.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:205}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:194},{&quot;id&quot;:288,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\AccordionContent&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:{&quot;container&quot;:{&quot;background&quot;:&quot;var(--bde-palette-white-37732692-80b8-4838-9dfb-83adfce8991b-10)&quot;}},&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Do Fissure Sealants Need to Be Replaced?&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:289,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;They can wear or become damaged over time.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Your dentist will check your child&#039;s sealants during regular appointments and can recommend repair or replacement if necessary.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:288}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:194},{&quot;id&quot;:290,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\AccordionContent&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:{&quot;container&quot;:{&quot;background&quot;:&quot;var(--bde-palette-white-37732692-80b8-4838-9dfb-83adfce8991b-10)&quot;}},&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Can Adults Have Fissure Sealants?&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:291,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;Yes. Although fissure sealants are particularly useful for children and teenagers, adults with deep grooves or an increased risk of decay may also benefit.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Your dentist will assess whether sealants are suitable for your teeth.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:290}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:194},{&quot;id&quot;:292,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\AccordionContent&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;design&quot;:{&quot;container&quot;:{&quot;background&quot;:&quot;var(--bde-palette-white-37732692-80b8-4838-9dfb-83adfce8991b-10)&quot;}},&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Can My Child Eat Normally After Fissure Sealants?&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:293,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;EssentialElements\\\\RichText&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;&lt;p&gt;In most cases, your child can eat normally once the sealant has been set.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Your dentist will let you know if there are any specific instructions following treatment.&lt;\\\/p&gt;&quot;}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:292}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:194}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:189}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:186}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:185},{&quot;id&quot;:284,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Component&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;block&quot;:{&quot;componentId&quot;:1474,&quot;targets&quot;:[{&quot;nodeId&quot;:101,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.text&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;8ff821af-a8f8-423f-870e-8d95cc3dcd49&quot;},{&quot;nodeId&quot;:101,&quot;controlPath&quot;:&quot;content.content.url&quot;,&quot;propertyKey&quot;:&quot;bb1804c3-3c5e-468f-b744-1002904da03a&quot;}],&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;bb1804c3-3c5e-468f-b744-1002904da03a&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.designdental.co.uk\\\/lion\\\/contact\\\/&quot;}}}}}},&quot;children&quot;:[],&quot;_parentId&quot;:185}],&quot;_parentId&quot;:1}\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-186 oxy-container inner-container\"><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-187 oxy-container central-heading-block\"><h3 class=\"oxy-text-1701-188 oxy-text heading3-210 margin-bottom-25\">\nFissure Sealants FAQs\n<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1701-189 oxy-container faq-block\"><div class=\"bde-accordion-1701-194 bde-accordion bde-accordion--bordered\"><div class=\"bde-accordion__content-wrapper-1701-195 bde-accordion__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"bde-accordion__title-tag\">\n  <button type=\"button\" class=\"bde-accordion__button\" id=\"accordion-button-195\" aria-controls=\"accordion-panel-195\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__title\" >Are Fissure Sealants Right for My Child?<\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--default\"><\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--active\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n<div role=\"region\" class=\"bde-accordion__panel\" id=\"accordion-panel-195\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button-195\">\n    <div class=\"bde-accordion__panel-content\">\n        <div class=\"bde-rich-text-1701-196 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p>Your dentist will assess your child's teeth and overall oral health before recommending fissure sealants.<\/p><p>Sealants are a preventive treatment and are generally most effective when placed on suitable, healthy or appropriately assessed tooth surfaces.<\/p><p>If a tooth already has significant decay, a different type of treatment may be required.<\/p><p>We'll explain why a fissure sealant is being recommended and answer any questions you or your child may have.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-accordion__content-wrapper-1701-197 bde-accordion__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"bde-accordion__title-tag\">\n  <button type=\"button\" class=\"bde-accordion__button\" id=\"accordion-button-197\" aria-controls=\"accordion-panel-197\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__title\" >How Long Do Fissure Sealants Last?<\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--default\"><\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--active\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n<div role=\"region\" class=\"bde-accordion__panel\" id=\"accordion-panel-197\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button-197\">\n    <div class=\"bde-accordion__panel-content\">\n        <div class=\"bde-rich-text-1701-198 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p>Fissure sealants can provide protection for several years, but they are not permanent.<\/p><p>They can gradually wear, chip or become detached as your child eats and chews. This is why your dentist will check them during regular dental examinations.<\/p><p>If a sealant becomes worn or damaged, it may be possible to repair or replace it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-accordion__content-wrapper-1701-199 bde-accordion__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"bde-accordion__title-tag\">\n  <button type=\"button\" class=\"bde-accordion__button\" id=\"accordion-button-199\" aria-controls=\"accordion-panel-199\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__title\" >Looking After Fissure Sealants<\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--default\"><\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--active\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n<div role=\"region\" class=\"bde-accordion__panel\" id=\"accordion-panel-199\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button-199\">\n    <div class=\"bde-accordion__panel-content\">\n        <div class=\"bde-rich-text-1701-200 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p>Once fitted, fissure sealants require no special maintenance.<\/p><p>Your child should continue to:<\/p><ul><li>Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste<\/li><li>Clean all tooth surfaces carefully<\/li><li>Maintain a healthy, balanced diet<\/li><li>Attend regular dental examinations<\/li><li>Follow any personalised oral hygiene advice from the dental team<\/li><\/ul><p>Your dentist will check the condition of the sealants during routine examinations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-accordion__content-wrapper-1701-201 bde-accordion__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"bde-accordion__title-tag\">\n  <button type=\"button\" class=\"bde-accordion__button\" id=\"accordion-button-201\" aria-controls=\"accordion-panel-201\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__title\" >Are Fissure Sealants Painful?<\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--default\"><\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--active\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n<div role=\"region\" class=\"bde-accordion__panel\" id=\"accordion-panel-201\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button-201\">\n    <div class=\"bde-accordion__panel-content\">\n        <div class=\"bde-rich-text-1701-202 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p>No. Applying a fissure sealant is pain free.<\/p><p>There is generally no need for drilling or local anaesthetic because the sealant is applied to the surface of the tooth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-accordion__content-wrapper-1701-203 bde-accordion__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"bde-accordion__title-tag\">\n  <button type=\"button\" class=\"bde-accordion__button\" id=\"accordion-button-203\" aria-controls=\"accordion-panel-203\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__title\" >At What Age Should My Child Have Fissure Sealants?<\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--default\"><\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--active\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n<div role=\"region\" class=\"bde-accordion__panel\" id=\"accordion-panel-203\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button-203\">\n    <div class=\"bde-accordion__panel-content\">\n        <div class=\"bde-rich-text-1701-204 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p>Fissure sealants are commonly considered when permanent molars erupt.<\/p><p>The first permanent molars usually appear around six years of age, but the ideal timing varies from child to child.<\/p><p>Your dentist can assess your child's teeth and advise when sealants may be beneficial.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-accordion__content-wrapper-1701-205 bde-accordion__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"bde-accordion__title-tag\">\n  <button type=\"button\" class=\"bde-accordion__button\" id=\"accordion-button-205\" aria-controls=\"accordion-panel-205\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__title\" >Do Fissure Sealants Prevent Cavities?<\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--default\"><\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--active\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n<div role=\"region\" class=\"bde-accordion__panel\" id=\"accordion-panel-205\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button-205\">\n    <div class=\"bde-accordion__panel-content\">\n        <div class=\"bde-rich-text-1701-206 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p>Fissure sealants can reduce the risk of tooth decay in the grooves and fissures where they are applied.<\/p><p>However, they cannot prevent every cavity and should always be used alongside regular brushing with fluoride toothpaste, a healthy diet and routine dental examinations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-accordion__content-wrapper-1701-288 bde-accordion__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"bde-accordion__title-tag\">\n  <button type=\"button\" class=\"bde-accordion__button\" id=\"accordion-button-288\" aria-controls=\"accordion-panel-288\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__title\" >Do Fissure Sealants Need to Be Replaced?<\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--default\"><\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--active\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n<div role=\"region\" class=\"bde-accordion__panel\" id=\"accordion-panel-288\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button-288\">\n    <div class=\"bde-accordion__panel-content\">\n        <div class=\"bde-rich-text-1701-289 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p>They can wear or become damaged over time.<\/p><p>Your dentist will check your child's sealants during regular appointments and can recommend repair or replacement if necessary.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-accordion__content-wrapper-1701-290 bde-accordion__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"bde-accordion__title-tag\">\n  <button type=\"button\" class=\"bde-accordion__button\" id=\"accordion-button-290\" aria-controls=\"accordion-panel-290\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__title\" >Can Adults Have Fissure Sealants?<\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--default\"><\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--active\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n<div role=\"region\" class=\"bde-accordion__panel\" id=\"accordion-panel-290\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button-290\">\n    <div class=\"bde-accordion__panel-content\">\n        <div class=\"bde-rich-text-1701-291 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p>Yes. Although fissure sealants are particularly useful for children and teenagers, adults with deep grooves or an increased risk of decay may also benefit.<\/p><p>Your dentist will assess whether sealants are suitable for your teeth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-accordion__content-wrapper-1701-292 bde-accordion__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"bde-accordion__title-tag\">\n  <button type=\"button\" class=\"bde-accordion__button\" id=\"accordion-button-292\" aria-controls=\"accordion-panel-292\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__title\" >Can My Child Eat Normally After Fissure Sealants?<\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--default\"><\/span>\n     <span class=\"bde-accordion__icon bde-accordion__icon--active\"><\/span>\n  <\/button>\n<\/h3>\n\n<div role=\"region\" class=\"bde-accordion__panel\" id=\"accordion-panel-292\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-button-292\">\n    <div class=\"bde-accordion__panel-content\">\n        <div class=\"bde-rich-text-1701-293 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p>In most cases, your child can eat normally once the sealant has been set.<\/p><p>Your dentist will let you know if there are any specific instructions following treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"oxy-container-1474-100-1474-3 oxy-container link-container-cent oxy-container-1474-100\" data-element=\"{&quot;id&quot;:100,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\Container&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;meta&quot;:{&quot;classes&quot;:[&quot;a794cbd1-0d72-4846-83af-48dccedc4ef6&quot;]}}},&quot;children&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:101,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;OxygenElements\\\\TextLink&quot;,&quot;properties&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;content&quot;:{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Book 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