Pit & Fissure Sealants

Pit & Fissure Sealants


Mary Ann Haisch, RDH, MS
Continuing Education Units: 2 hours Sponsored by Crest/OralB
Intended Audience: Hygienists, Dental Assistants

This course presents an overview of dental pit and fissure sealants as a safe and effective way to prevent dental caries. The course starts with a brief look at the history of dental sealants followed by the current rationale for their use. Frequently asked questions about sealants are addressed along with the presentation of guidelines for sealant use. Information about materials currently used for sealants is presented along with general instructions for the successful placement of sealants. The use of sealants in public health programs is also addressed.

You will need to register on the site to take the course, but it's Free. When you complete a continuing education course on the Dental Resource.Net, a form will come up that requests your name, address, etc. If you are a member of the AGD, make sure to fill out the field that asks for your AGD membership number (if you are not an AGD member, leave blank). When you hit submit, a copy of the "proof of completion" is e-mailed directly to the AGD and P&G. For your records, make sure to print a copy of the "proof of completion" certificate.