Since Air Abrasion is
achieved by directing a thin stream of abrasive
powder at the area of tooth decay, we remove only minimal sections
of tooth - only the decayed area. Until now, all dentists had
to use was that noisy drill. But it was so big - in comparison
to our beam of powder - that it removed a lot of healthy tooth
structure. Air Abrasion allows for very small cavity preparations
and is part of what is called MicroDentistry.
MicroDentistry is the
philosophy and practice of finding and treating decay as early
as possible, of removing a little tooth structure as possible,
of making the smallest possible restorations (fillings) and
of
assuring that those restorations are esthetically pleasing and
long lasting. MicroDentistry is a broader term than Air Abrasion.
Air Abrasion
is the part of the procedure that removes the decay and prepares
the tooth for restoration.
What should I know about early detection and treatment?
At the slightest hint of tooth decay, we will put a "caries
detection dye" on the suspicious tooth. This colored liquid
helps identify the position and extent of decay - even that
not visible to the naked eye. Your dentist then can take care
of the problem - usually in less than 10 minutes.
If my dentist detects tooth
decay, can it be treated immediately?
Immediately and minimally.
Early detection means early treatment. We're talking about decay
here, tooth rot! Why wait for it to spread, wait for the cavity
to get bigger? We can take care of it today, giving you healthier
teeth before you leave the office.
The Air Abrasion device
that we use instead of the drill is the KREATIV system. Its
technology eliminates the odors, noise, vibration, micro-cracks
and, in most cases, the shot associated with the drill.
Once Air Abrasion
removes the decay, how is the cavity filled?
This is the beautiful
part ...Literally! We will fill that cavity with a nearly invisible,
non-mercury filling, making the entire tooth strong, long lasting
and resistant to tooth decay.
Can children as well as adults benefit from air
abrasion?
Absolutely!
Air abrasion is perfect for children. Most cavities that are
detected early can be treated immediately, without drill and
without a needle. The tooth is then restored with natural looking
materials to strengthen and protect the remaining tooth structure.
Most children are not even aware of what the dentist is doing.
Fewer dental appointments
for the young patient are usually required because with Air
Abrasion many more procedures can be complete in a single appointment.
Besides removing decay,
Air Abrasion works well in these procedures:
Repairing chipped, fractured
or worn teeth
Preparing for cosmetic dentistry
Removing stains and spots
Repairing old fillings and sealants
Repairing broken crowns and bridges
Most people fear the dentist until they experience the gentle
process of Air Abrasion and Microdentistry. You have the opportunity
to experience this new technology that takes the emphasis off
pain and fear and moves it to conservative, healthy, esthetic
dental care.
Please refer this web
page to a friend or neighbor, who might enjoy the same level
of dental care that we have just described.
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