sealant, enamel

sealant, enamel,

n a resinous material designed for application to the occlusal surfaces of posterior teeth to seal the surface irregularities and prevent the carious process. Older term:
pit and fissure sealant.

sealant, fluoride-releasing,

n a type of sealant that contains fluoride for the purpose of resisting the development of caries in the tooth to which it is applied.

sealant, therapeutic,

n See sealant, enamel.

sealant, unfilled,

n a resin-based sealant that does not contain particles (as opposed to a filled sealant, which contains additional filler particles). It is less viscous and less resistant to water than a filled sealant and thus fills a fissure more effectively. Unfilled sealants typically do not require additional occlusional adjustments.