We offer fissure sealant treatment at our Melbourne CBD clinic. A consultation is required to determine whether sealants are appropriate for your situation.
To book a consultation, use our online booking form or call (03) 9042 0483.
Results vary from person to person. To read more on treatment risks and considerations, please see here.
Fissure sealants are thin coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth. These surfaces have natural grooves and pits where food and plaque can accumulate and where a toothbrush may not reach effectively. Sealants create a smoother surface over these areas, which may make them easier to clean.
The procedure does not require drilling or removal of tooth structure and is generally carried out without anaesthetic. It is commonly performed on children aged 6–14 when permanent molars first come through, though it may also be considered for adults with deep grooves or a history of decay. Suitability depends on individual clinical factors and will be assessed at your consultation.
| Treatment | Price | What's included |
| Dental Fissure | $65 per tooth* | Fissure sealant treatment |
*Additional costs may apply for consultations and any preparatory treatment required. The final cost depends on the number of teeth treated and your individual treatment plan. A clinical consultation is required to confirm pricing for your case.
For a full breakdown of fissure sealant pricing, see our fissure sealant prices page.
Our flexible and interest free-dental payment plans feature simple terms and easy management options, allowing you to remain in control. Details of our interest-free payment plans for braces include:
Payment plan options are available for fissure sealant treatment. See our payment plans page for full terms, conditions, and eligibility criteria.
Tooth decay is common in children. Research indicates that around 40% of children have at least one decayed tooth by age six. Contributing factors include oral hygiene habits, diet, and fluoride exposure.
Untreated decay can lead to pain, infection, and tooth loss, and may affect a child's ability to eat, sleep, and concentrate.
Clinical evidence suggests that pit and fissure sealants can reduce decay in back teeth by up to 80% over two years, with continued effectiveness of around 50% over four years. Whether sealants are appropriate for your child depends on their individual clinical situation and will be assessed at a consultation.
Fissure sealants may be considered as part of a preventive dental care plan. Depending on your child's clinical situation, sealants may assist with the following.
Fissure sealants are not suitable for every patient. A clinical examination is required before any treatment can be recommended.
The total cost of fissure sealant treatment depends on several factors.
A clinical consultation is required to confirm the full cost for your individual case.
Fissure sealants are applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to cover the natural grooves and pits where food and bacteria can accumulate. They are used as part of a preventive dental care approach to reduce the risk of decay in those areas.
Sealants wear over time. On average, they can last up to six years, though this varies depending on individual factors such as diet, oral hygiene habits, and the location of the treated teeth. Regular dental reviews are necessary to monitor the condition of the sealants and assess whether reapplication is needed.
Fissure sealants are most commonly applied to the permanent back molars, as these teeth have deeper grooves and are more susceptible to decay. Your practitioner will advise which teeth are appropriate for treatment at your consultation.
Fissure sealants are not appropriate for every patient. Suitability depends on the condition of the teeth, the depth of the grooves, and the patient's individual decay risk. A clinical examination is required before any treatment can be recommended.
No. A fissure sealant is a preventive coating applied over an intact tooth surface. A filling is a restorative treatment used to repair a tooth where decay has already occurred. Your practitioner will explain the difference and advise which is appropriate for your situation.
Sealant material is applied to the grooves and pits on the chewing surface of the tooth, then hardened using a curing light. This creates a smoother surface over those areas, which may reduce the accumulation of food and bacteria and make the tooth easier to clean.
Sealants are commonly applied when children's first permanent molars come through, typically around age six, and again when the second molars appear between ages eleven and fourteen. Adults with deep grooves or a history of decay may also be considered. Suitability is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Your practitioner will clean and dry the tooth, prepare the surface to help the sealant bond, apply the liquid sealant material into the grooves, then harden it with a curing light. The bite is checked and any excess material is removed. The procedure does not involve drilling or anaesthetic in most cases.
All dental treatment carries risks. The treatments described on this site may not be appropriate for your oral health. A full consultation with an AHPRA-registered dental professional is required before confirming suitability for any procedure. Individual results vary. For information about treatment risks, please visit our treatment risks page.
