Dental sealants for kids in Pittsburgh
A thin coating painted on the chewing surfaces of back teeth to keep cavities out of the grooves.
30 min
Kids
Teens
Is it right for you?
Your child’s adult molars have come in, usually around ages 6 and 12
The grooves on the back teeth are deep
What happens at the visit
Time in the chair
30 min
Cleaning the tooth, 5 min
Painting on the sealant, 5 min per tooth
Hardening it with a light, 1 min
What affects the cost
The number of teeth
Most plans cover sealants on adult molars for kids and teens.
Before any treatment starts, you get a written estimate with your share. Nothing is added without a new one.
After your visit
Your child can eat right away.
At a glance
Time in the chair
30 min
No insurance
$45 to $60 per tooth
CDT codes
D1351
Sample prices
Every treatment here is provided by our general dentists.
Who does it
The people you’ll see for this visit.
Reviews
In our patients’ words.
4.9
212 reviews on Google
Sample rating, Nov 2026
“The estimate said $43 and the bill said $43. After my last dentist, that alone made me a patient for life.”
Megan R. · Google review, Oct 2026
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“No insurance since I started freelancing. The membership covers my cleanings, and they told me the crown price up front.”
Chris D. · Google review, Sep 2026
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“Dr. Ostrom showed me the X-ray and gave me two options with prices. No pressure either way.”
Luis T. · Google review, Aug 2026
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Questions
Before you book.
Something we didn’t answer? Call or text us at (412) 555-0162.
Do sealants hurt?
No numbing and no drilling. Most kids say it tastes a little sour.