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Position Statement
CDA Position on Pit and Fissure Sealants
February 1, 2018
The Canadian Dental Association supports the appropriate and selective use of sealants for both primary and permanent teeth based on caries risk assessment and diagnosis by a dentist. Sealants are an important component of a comprehensive preventive program, which includes nutritional counseling, optimal fluoride exposure, good oral hygiene and regular dental examinations.
CDA Board of Directors
Approved: February 2005
Revised: February 2018
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