Id |
Subject |
Object |
Predicate |
Lexical cue |
T177 |
0-49 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Fissure sealing over non-cavitated carious lesion |
T178 |
51-80 |
Sentence |
denotes |
What it is and when to use it |
T179 |
81-405 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Sealant materials can control non-cavitated lesions on occlusal surfaces where there is no significant breach in the surface integrity of the tooth, even if the lesion can be seen clinically (through shadowing), or radiographically, to extend into dentine.55,56,57,58,59,60 These are also known as micro-invasive treatments. |
T180 |
407-446 |
Sentence |
denotes |
How it works and clinical effectiveness |
T181 |
447-631 |
Sentence |
denotes |
As well as being highly effective for prevention of dental caries,30 placing a well-sealed fissure sealant over a carious lesion will arrest it and stop it from progressing.57,58,59,60 |
T182 |
632-809 |
Sentence |
denotes |
While shallow or moderately deep lesions are likely to be successfully managed, there is not enough evidence to make recommendations for deeper lesions for long-term management. |
T183 |
810-901 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Although they may provide a good seal, they will not add much to the strength of the tooth. |
T184 |
902-1068 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Their application is limited to teeth where there is less weakening of the tooth structure (that is, less extensive lesions) and the tooth structure can support them. |
T185 |
1069-1205 |
Sentence |
denotes |
In cases where the lesion is extensive, the sealant may not be able to withstand breakdown of the lesion surface if the forces are high. |
T186 |
1206-1352 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Although they have a lower retention rate than resin sealants, the therapeutic effect of GIC on the tooth seems to balance the bulk material loss. |
T187 |
1353-1592 |
Sentence |
denotes |
There is good evidence to support a high caries-preventive effect from high-viscosity glass-ionomer sealants.30 However, there is little directly comparable evidence, as yet, on their relative performances sealing dentinal carious lesions. |
T188 |
1594-1605 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Non-AGP use |
T189 |
1606-1699 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Resin fissure sealant application involves use of the air-water syringe, creating an aerosol. |
T190 |
1700-1871 |
Sentence |
denotes |
Clinicians could consider using GIC or HVGIC ART sealants instead, as these do not require rinsing or desiccation for placement, to prevent further progression of lesions. |
T191 |
1872-2054 |
Sentence |
denotes |
More long-term treatment may be required later, but there may be sufficient success from the sealant to allow it to be managed by re-sealing rather than replacing with a restoration. |