April 10, 2004

By: Lilian Ross
Website: http://www.teeth-whitening-smiles.com

Drill Free Dentistry – Shot-Free and Drill-Free Dentistry, New Technology, New Comfort

Afraid to go to the dentist due to fear of pain, the needle or the drill? If so you are not alone! An estimated 100 million Americans fail to see a dentist regularly and one out of six people delay dental work because of fear.

MicroPrep Air Abrasion Technology offers patients an option for cavity treatment that can eliminate the need for a novocaine injection and replaces the noisy drill for many procedures. The finished result is a natural-looking, invisible filling. Finally, a smile that looks good and feels good, too!

Drs. Doug and Dave Pulsipher and Dr. Vicki Kestler, dentists in Lancaster and one of the first in the area to use this new procedure explain why people like it. The MicroPrep is a break-through in early cavity treatment that's fast and effective. Busy patients appreciate the fact that they can get in and out of the office in less time, with less stress and go back to their lives without being numb and puffy from anesthesia. It's also very safe and gentle for children. Imagine your children growing up without fear of the dentist!

Dr. Kestler explains how the technology works. The MicroPrep smooths away decay quickly and gently with a fine stream of microscopic sized abrasive particles similar to those found in many toothpaste whiteners. Because there is no heat or vibration most patients don't need anesthesia. Because it is so much more precise we can conservatively remove decay and save healthy tooth structure.

This proven state-of-the-art technology is receiving national recognition in both the general and dental media. Although many dental experts believe this method of treating decay will become the new standard of care, currently only a few local dentists have it. Linda Buquet, an Air Abrasion Expert based in Costsa Mesa, CA points out, Although Air Abrasion has been in existence for over 30 years it has only recently gained popularity because of the recent development of higher quality restorative materials like the new invisible fillings. I find that dentists, like Dr. Pulsipher, who have embraced this progressive method of treating decay are very patient-oriented, pro-active and conservative in their care of patients.

This is a big benefit to patients! Treating small problems before they become big problems helps patients avoid the pain, time and money that would result if they waited. Many times waiting until it hurts results in a crown, root canal or even the loss of a tooth.

Author Notes:

Lilian Ross contributes and publishes news editorial to http://www.teeth-whitening-smiles.com.  Everything you need to know to get a whiter, brighter smile!