Air Abrasion Dentistry

Dental Care Without A Drill

What Is Air Abrasion Dentistry?

We have yet to treat a patient who enjoys having their teeth drilled. Luckily, with air abrasion treatment, Dr. Cho can leave the drill behind! The tool functions like a mini sandblaster. It sprays out a fine stream of particles made of silica, aluminum oxide, or a baking soda mixture. Dr. Cho aims the stream at stained or decayed portions of your teeth and effectively sandblasts the decay away. The particles are then suctioned out of your mouth with a thin tube.

Is Air Abrasion Dentistry Safe?

Yes, the treatment is completely safe. We will provide you with a rubber dam and protective eye wear during your appointment. The rubber dental dam protects the teeth and gums we’re not treating. Air abrasion therapy has been around for many years. One of the reasons that you might not have heard about it is because of the cost of the technology. Most dental practices don’t offer air abrasion because they’re unwilling to make the investment. 

When Would Dr. Cho Recommend Air Abrasion?

Dr. Cho would use Air Abrasion for several reasons:

• Prepping a cavity for a dental filling
• Prepping a tooth for bonding or a sealant
• Removing tooth decay
• Removing old composites
• Removing stains

Contact Us To Find Out If Air Abraision Is Right For You

There are many advantages to this treatment. There is no need for anesthesia and you will not feel any sound, pressure, or vibration. Dr. Cho can also treat multiple sites in your mouth in one visit. It also reduces the risk of chipping or fractures that can be caused with a drill. For these reasons as well as patients’ fear of drills, Air Abrasion may be a great option for you. If this sounds interesting and you’d like to learn more about our Air Abrasion technology, give us a call at (760) 228-1733 or send us an email to schedule a consultation. Your comfort is our highest goal, which is why we offer this great alternative to dental drills.