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School dental-sealant programs could prevent most cavities, lower treatment costs in vulnerable children – Press Release

Research shows dental sealants to shield the back teeth could prevent up to 80 percent of cavities in school-aged children. They are quick, easy, and painless to apply – yet according to a new CDC Vital Signs, about 60 percent of school children ages 6-11 years don’t get dental sealants.

New CDC Vital Signs: Dental Sealants Prevent Cavities – Digital Press Kit

Dental cavities are one of the most common chronic conditions among children and teens. Left untreated, cavities can cause pain and infection and problems in eating, speaking, and learning.