A Useful Way to Use ZOO During Pediatric Sealant Procedures

In pediatric dentistry, sealant procedures are performed frequently.

In my clinic, ZOO is often used during these treatments.
For pediatric sealant procedures, ZOO has become almost an essential tool.

For example, when placing a sealant on the lower left E6,
I usually use the pink ZOO.

Previously, after completing the treatment on the lower jaw,
I would remove the ZOO, turn it around,
and place it on the upper jaw before performing the sealant procedure there.

However, through clinical experience,
I noticed that in some cases it is possible to perform the sealant procedure on the upper E6
while keeping the ZOO in place on the lower jaw.

This approach may not work for every child,
but in many cases the following method can be used.

First, perform the sealant procedure on the lower E6 with ZOO in place.
Then, without removing ZOO, proceed to place the sealant on the upper E6.

Using this technique can significantly shorten the treatment time.

For pediatric patients, shorter procedures make treatment easier and more comfortable.
It also improves efficiency for the clinician, creating benefits for both the patient and the operator.

Contributor

Dr. T.A.
Dentist
Osaka, Japan