What action should be taken if a sealant is found to be high during bite articulation checks?

When a sealant is found to be high during bite articulation checks, the appropriate action is to reduce the high spots with an appropriate bur. This ensures that there are no interferences during occlusion, which can lead to discomfort for the patient or compromise the effectiveness of the sealant. By adjusting the high areas, you help create a more harmonious bite, allowing the patient to close their mouth comfortably and without added stress on the teeth.

Leaving the sealant as is could result in ongoing patient discomfort or lead to further dental issues, while reporting to the dentist, although important for documentation and communication, does not address the immediate concern of the high sealant affecting bite. Applying another layer of sealant would not resolve the underlying issue of improper occlusion and could exacerbate the problem by adding more height to an already high spot. Reducing the high areas directly resolves the issue and is in the best interest of the patient's dental health.