CDT code · Preventive
D1351: Sealant, Per Tooth
Definition
D1351 is the CDT code for a sealant, a protective coating applied to the chewing surface of a tooth to help prevent decay, billed per tooth.
Why it matters for the front desk
Sealant coverage is narrow. Many plans cover sealants only on permanent molars, only up to a certain age, and only once per tooth in a set number of years. A sealant placed on a premolar or on a patient past the age limit is often the parent's bill. Confirming which teeth and ages the plan covers before the appointment lets the team give families an accurate cost.
Related terms
- D1110: Prophylaxis, Adult D1110 is the CDT code for an adult cleaning: removal of plaque, calculus and stains from the teeth and implants in the permanent and transitional dentition.
- D1120: Prophylaxis, Child D1120 is the CDT code for a child's cleaning: removal of plaque, calculus and stains from the teeth and implants in the primary and transitional dentition.
- D1206: Topical Application of Fluoride Varnish D1206 is the CDT code for applying fluoride varnish to the teeth to help prevent decay.