Air Abrasion Technique

Air Abrasion is a drill-free, shot free alternative to dental drilling. It is successful with pediatric patients or patients with dental anxiety. An instrument that is similar to a small sandblaster utilizes a stream of particles that removes decay from the teeth. Dr. Dipika Shah, D.D.S. offers air abrasion technique at her office in Holmdel, NJ.

 

Before the procedure, you will be given protective eyewear, along with either a rubber dam or protective resin. These will protect your face and other areas of the mouth from the technique. During the procedure, the stream of particles will be sprayed on the tooth. The decayed particles of the teeth are removed and suctioned away through a thin tube. This prevents these particles from being swallowed or going into your lungs.

 

There are many benefits to the air abrasion technique. There is no pressure, heat, or vibration from the device. Because air abrasion technique is often only used on very shallow cavities, it reduces the need for anesthesia. Much more of the healthy tissue is left untouched. It also reduces the chances of your tooth becoming chipped or fractured.

 

Air abrasion technique should not be attempted when cavities are deeper. Crowns, onlays, and inlays can’t be prepared through air abrasion. Air abrasion can also be used to prepare a tooth for bonding or sealants, along with removing stains and discolorations.

 

To learn more about our Air Abrasion technique, or our other services, contact Dr. Dipika Shah, D.D.S. Our office is located in Holmdel, NJ. To schedule your appointment, visit our website or call 732-264-8180.

 

Air Abrasion: No Shots, No Drills

Dr. Dipika Shah is dedicated to providing her patients with the best dental service she can, and one of the ways she does this is by using high-tech dental tools that can increase patient comfort and reduce anxiety during procedures.

One such tool is the Air Abrasion , which forgoes drills and shots. With no vibrations, friction or heat, there is no jarring of sensitive nerves or anxiety. The tool instead delivers a gentle stream of particles with forced air that removes decay quickly and gently.

Because it is quicker and does not require sedation, it allows more teeth to be worked on in one visit and without side effects. This is much more convenient that traditional drills and allows you to have necessary dental work without cutting too much into your busy schedule. In addition, air abrasion allows for healthier tooth structure to be conserved when removing decay and is highly effective in stronger bond procedures.

Air abrasion is only one way that Dr. Shah puts her patients’ best interest first. To schedule an appointment, call 732-264-8180. For more information on the dentist, our practice and our services, visit www.DentistNJ.com.