Sealant Placement: A Comparison Technique



Thursday, June 9, 2011


Swati Chitre, BDS, MSD, DDS

Course Overview

Different pretreatment methods have been investigated with the intention of enhancing the effectiveness of etching the enamel surface and improving sealant retention, and the tight micromechanical adhesion to the enamel surface essential for its success. However, to date there has not been a gold standard for cleaning pits and fissures prior to the application of etchant and sealant.  A report from the American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs stated: “there is limited evidence and inconclusive evidence in favor of using air abrasion as a cleaning method before acid etching to improve sealant retention.  This course will give insight on current methods of sealant placement.

Course Objectives

At the completion of the course participants will be able to:

  • Better understand current sealant recommendations.
  • Gain knowledge of different fissure pretreatment methods.
  • Place sealants using different fissure pretreatment methods.


UDM School of Dentistry Corktown Campus, Detroit, MI
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Dentist - $125; Allied - $75 (includes a light supper and refreshments)




CDE Credits

3 hours (Lecture)

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