At the office of Dr. Brett Blacher, we offer drill-less dentistry for most procedures and use advanced air abrasion tools to provide you with a more comfortable dental experience. Wondering what air abrasion dentistry is, and how it works? Read on, and we’ll explain the basics!
What Is Air Abrasion Dentistry? How Does It Work?
Air abrasion dentistry uses advanced dental tools as an alternative to dental drills. These devices use a stream of pressurized air and tiny particles to gently remove enamel from your teeth.
This safe, effective, and versatile method of dental treatment can be used for a wide variety of different procedures where enamel removal is required, such as filling a cavity or preparing a tooth for a dental crown.
The way it works is simple. Dr. Blacher uses a special handpiece, which is connected to a container of pressurized air and tiny particles like aluminum oxide or silica. When the device is turned on and activated, a stream of these particles impacts the tooth surface at high velocity.
This stream of high-velocity particles scrapes away and removes a small amount of the tooth structure. By adjusting various parameters on the air abrasion tool, Dr. Blacher can get fine-tuned control over how much enamel is removed, and ensure the best possible results for your treatment.
Is Air Abrasion Dentistry Safe?
Yes. Air abrasion is completely safe. The particles used to remove your tooth structure are non-toxic. You will wear eye protection to prevent them from irritating your eyes, and a special suction instrument is used near the treated tooth to remove almost all of the particles from your mouth.
Because of this, air abrasion is widely considered to be just as safe as using a traditional dental drill or laser dental tools. You can get safe, effective, and expert care from Dr. Blacher with air abrasion at our office.
The Advantages Of Air Abrasion Dentistry
So, why is air abrasion so useful for fillings and similar treatments? Here are just a few benefits that you’ll enjoy if you get treatment with air abrasion from Dr. Brett Blacher in Lombard.
- No needles – Because air abrasion is so gentle, numbing needles are usually not needed during your treatment, which simplifies and speeds up the process.
- Quiet, comfortable treatment – There are no loud, intimidating vibrations or sounds. You also won’t experience any heat due to friction, or any pressure on your tooth.
- Faster, more efficient treatment – Air abrasion is very precise and effective, so Dr. Blacher can remove the necessary enamel and tooth material very quickly. Treatment with air abrasion is often much faster than using a traditional dental drill.
- Better treatment outcomes – Unlike dental drills, air abrasion will not cause tiny cracks or fractures in the tooth, and it removes less tooth compared to a traditional dental drill. This adds up to a better overall outcome.
Come See Dr. Brett Blacher For Expert Dental Treatment In Lombard
Thanks to our advanced technology and Dr. Brett Blacher’s expertise, we offer pain-free, comfortable dentistry in Lombard and the surrounding areas. If you need expert dental care, don’t wait. Contact the office of Dr. Brett Blacher online, or give us a call at (630) 916-0701 to schedule a consultation. We’re always accepting new patients.
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