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Topic: Abrasion (dental)


  
  Encyclopedia :: encyclopedia : Dentistry   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Dentistry is the practical application of knowledge of dental science (the science of placement, arrangement, function of teeth and their supporting bones and soft tissues) to human beings.
Geriatric dentistry or gerodontics is the delivery of dental care to older adults involving the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of problems associated with normal aging and age-related diseases as part of an interdisciplinary team with other health care professionals.
The pelican was replaced by the dental key which, in turn, was replaced by modern forceps in the 20th century.
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 Dental Glossary   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Dental procedures concerned with the repair or restoration of individual teeth due to decay, trauma, impaired function, attrition, abrasion, or erosion.
Dental care provider who has not contracted with the carrier to be a participating provider of dental care for a particular plan.
Dental pulp consists of a highly vascular and innervated connective tissue and fills the pulp chamber and root canals.
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 Dental Dictionary   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Air abrasion uses a process where pressurized air prepares a cavity with the use of fine, non-toxic abrasive powder (aluminum oxide) instead of using a conventional drill.
Dental Implants are titanium inserts that are surgically placed into the jawbone by an oral surgeon or a periodontist, and then allowed to integrate into the bone.
Dental lasers allow for an easier and cleaner way to cut soft tissue and recently have been improved to enable the dentist to cut hard tissue (enamel) as well.
www.manushealth.com /pat/dental_dict.html   (3277 words)

  
 Dentistry Encyclopedia Articles @ NaturalResearch.org (Natural Research)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
The School of Dental Science at the University of Melbourne is the oldest dental school [9] and widely regarded as the best in Australia.
The University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry is at the forefront of Canadian dental research as well as being the top ranked dental school in all of Canada as well as being among the best dental schools in the world.
At present there are upwards of 20 dental schools (public and private) throughout Pakistan, according to the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council the state regulatory body has upwards of 6200 registered dentists.
www.naturalresearch.org /encyclopedia/Dentistry   (1963 words)

  
 Air Abrasion
Air abrasion also called "microabrasion" and kinetic cavity preparation, is a method of tooth structure removal considered to be an effective alternative to the standard dental drill.
Limitations of air abrasion however mean that the use air abrasion to remove decay between teeth, or to prepare a tooth for a large filling, a crown or a silver amalgam filling is not feasible.
Air abrasion procedures can leave an accumulation of harmless, dusty particle debris in the patient's mouth, resulting in a grainy feeling that is easily eradicated by washing your mouth with clean water.
www.dentalfind.com /glossary/air_abrasion.html   (504 words)

  
 Dentures and Dental Implants - Seattle Implant Dentistry with Dentist Bill Mulliken, DDS
Air abrasion, also called "micro abrasion" and kinetic cavity preparation, is a method of tooth structure removal considered to be an effective alternative to the standard dental drill.
Air abrasion uses the kinetic energy principle, in which particles bounce off the tooth and blasts the decay away.
Dental implants solve all of the problems associated with tooth loss, maintaining bone and facial structure while providing beautiful, comfortable, durable, natural looking teeth.
www.millcreekdentistry.com /html/restorative.html   (1672 words)

  
 Dental plans - Discount dental plans - Dental insurance   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Volumes of medical and dental advice were written during this time, but interference consisted mostly of simple medical prescriptions similar to those recorded in Egypt.
A disease of this nature very frequently met in modern dental practices is Pyorrhea Alveolaris, in which there is a wasting away of the bone surrounding the teeth.
From the abrasion of the teeth on their masticating and incisive surfaces one can see that this middle aged man gave his teeth hard usage, and any retentive appliance less well made would certainly not have enjoyed a very long existence.
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Air abrasion can be used to prepare teeth for the placement of the white resin fillings, but is not usually used with silver or most other dental materials that are used.
It is not appropriate to use air abrasion when preparing the teeth for crowns, for root shaping during root canal therapy, for treatment of the gums, removal of soft decay that may be located in deep cavities, or many other procedures that are preformed in your dental office.
Dental bonding is generally recommended for teeth that are less damaged than those that require veneers, but it is acceptable for anyone to get veneers.
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 Valley Dental Painless Dentistry with Air Abrasion
We are committed to delivering dental care to our patients as comfortably and as "pain-free" as possible.
Air Abrasion is a gentle spray of an air-and-powder mix that removes tooth decay.
Since air abrasion is achieved by directing a thin stream of abrasive powder at the area of tooth decay, a minimal section of the tooth is removed - only the decayed area.
www.vdaonline.com /AirAbrasion1.htm   (190 words)

  
 About CRYSTALMARK Dental Systems, Inc.
Air abrasion technology was initially developed in the 1940's by Dr. Robert Black specifically for dental cavity preparation.
While the use of air abrasion in dentistry was fading in the late 1950's, applications for this unique technology were being developed in other disciplines, primarily industrial in nature.
The dental profession finally has at its disposal the modality with which to provide the patient with the ultimate in conservative dentistry.
www.crystalmarkdental.com /about.html   (901 words)

  
 Air Abrasion   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Since Air Abrasion is achieved by directing a thin stream of abrasive powder at the area of tooth decay, your dentist removes only minimal sections of tooth – only the decayed area.
Air abrasion is the part of the procedure that removes the decay and prepares the tooth for restoration.
Few dental appointments for the young patient are usually required because with Air Abrasion many more procedures can be completed in a single appointment.
www.4quadsdental.com /air-abrasion.htm   (607 words)

  
 Pediatric Children Dental
Another similarity between the dental drill and the laser is that both use water and air to cool the tooth and clean the surface during removal of decay.
According to a November 1998 article in the Journal of the American Dental Association, dentists continue to use amalgam primarily because it is inexpensive and durable and withstands the tremendous forces of chewing.
Dental decay usually occurs in the back teeth, where it is more difficult to remove food debris and plaque.
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 Plastic - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
PET is less permeable than other low-cost plastics and so is a popular material for making bottles for Coca-Cola and other "fizzy drinks", since carbonation tends to attack other plastics, and for acidic drinks such as fruit or vegetable juices.
PET is also strong and abrasion resistant, and is used for making mechanical parts, food trays, and other items that have to endure abuse.
GoreTex is also used for surgical implants; Teflon strand is used to make dental floss; and Teflon mixed with fluorine compounds is used to make "decoy" flares dropped by aircraft to distract heat-seeking missiles.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Plastic   (5361 words)

  
 Meridian Dental, Idaho Dentist - Procedures - Air Abrasion
Air abrasion is a gentle spray of an air-and-powder mist that can be used to remove tooth decay.
Since air abrasion is achieved by directing a thin stream of abrasive powder at the area of tooth decay, your dentist removes only minimal sections of tooth.
Besides removing decay, air abrasion works well in repairing chipped, fractured, or worn teeth, preparing for cosmetic dentistry, repairing old fillings, sealants, or broken crowns and bridges.
www.meridian-dental.com /procedures_airabrasion.htm   (230 words)

  
 Air Abrasion, Franklin Park Dental Associates, Ltd.
It was not until the 1960's that invention of the high-speed drill and more frequent use of anesthetics helped to shorten the time of the average dental visit and helped to reduce the pain that a patient would experience.
Unlike the dental drill, there is no heat or vibration when air abrasion is used resulting in little or no discomfort.
Dentists who are currently using air abrasion have discovered that they have changed their entire approach in the area of restorative dentistry.
www.laserdentist.com /air_abrasion.html   (547 words)

  
 Dental Health: Air Abrasion (Drill-less Dentistry)
Air abrasion is a drill-less technique that is being used by some dentists to remove tooth decay and for other applications.
During air abrasion, a fine stream of particles is aimed at the decayed portion of the tooth.
The only precautions needed before air abrasion are protective eye wear (to prevent eye irritation from the spray) and the use of a rubber dam (a rubber sheet that fits around teeth) or protective resin applied to nearby teeth and gums to protect areas of the mouth that aren't being treated.
www.webmd.com /content/article/66/79601.htm   (482 words)

  
 Northland Dental - Biography   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
He was the first dentist in the Kansas City area to incorporate the dental laser and air abrasion technology into his dental practice.
His current efforts are being directed towards the completion of two textbooks, one on air abrasion the other on building a successful dental practice.
He attributes the vast majority of success in his dental practice to the utilization and incorporation of these innovative products and has spent a great deal of his free time educating his patients and colleagues about these products.
www.noshots.com /biography.htm   (646 words)

  
 Air Abrasion
Because air abrasion cuts tooth surfaces with the utmost precision, it removes less tooth than the drill and it reduces the risk of enamel micro-fracturing.
Your dentist may require you to wear protective glasses during the procedure, and a rubber dam may be applied inside your mouth and around the tooth area being treated to serve as a particle barrier.
Ask your dentist if he or she uses air abrasion equipment and if this technique is right for you.
www.oregondentistry.com /cosmetic/page1.htm   (467 words)

  
 About Laser Teeth Whitening, Dental Implants, Dental Crowns & More in Westfield, New Jersey
Dental crowns are typically recommended to attach bridges and cover dental implants or root canals, teeth with large fillings, or teeth that are severely discolored or misshapen.
The advantage of dental implants is that, unlike bridges, teeth on either side of the missing tooth do not have to be made smaller to accommodate crown placement.
Because dental implants require healthy gums and sufficient bone, Dr. Streko evaluates potential dental implant candidates in his Westfield office to determine whether bone grafting will be necessary.
www.drstreko.com /html/procedures.html   (1871 words)

  
 GABA - Dental profession - Abrasion
It can be easily abraded by use of hard toothbrushes and toothpastes with a high abrasion value, or if inappropriate toothbrushing techniques are used.
Repeated exposure to acids in foodstuffs and drinks can also result in loss of hard dental material in the dental neck region.
sensitive is thus specifically designed to prevent dentine abrasion from the exposed dental neck.
www.gaba-bv.nl /dental_profession/abrasion.html   (195 words)

  
 Donaldson Dental - Air Abrasion
This is the philosophy and practice of detecting and treating decay as early as possible, of removing as little tooth structure as possible, and of making the smallest possible restorations that are aesthetically pleasing and long lasting.
Compared to cavities prepared using the conventional dental drill, this means the smallest possible fillings and stronger restored teeth.
Air abrasion is best for early decay and for sealing the pits and fissures on the biting surfaces of teeth.
www.donaldsondental.com.au /air.htm   (211 words)

  
 dental venue - Air Abrasion
The air abrasion handpiece blows a powerful air stream of tiny aluminum oxide particles; the particles bounce-off the tooth while removing decay.
Ideally, air abrasion is used to remove small areas of decay or to prepare a tooth for the placement of restorations or sealants.
Please note that without the benefit of a full dental examination, including a review of medical history, dental x-rays, and diagnostic aids, no attempt can be made to provide specific diagnosis or recommended courses of treatment.
www.dentalvenue.com /airabrasion.html   (280 words)

  
 Air Abrasion - Advanced DDS - Dr Brian M Raskin — Long Island Dentist - Tooth Decay - Hewlett
Since air abrasion is achieved by directing a thin stream of abrasive powder at the area of the tooth decay, your dentist removes only minimal sections of the tooth - only the decayed area.
Air abrasion allows for very small cavity preparations and is part of what is called MicroDentistry.
The air abrasion device that we use instead of the drill is the American Dental Technologies system.
www.advanceddds.com /air_abrasion.html   (371 words)

  
 Air abrasion systems Product List   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
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www.net32.com /ec/air-abrasion-systems-equipment-l-518-641   (377 words)

  
 Air Abrasion Calgary Drill Less Dentistry Dental Practice Downtown
Air abrasion Calgary Drill Less Dentistry from Dr. Doug Galan is a modern dentistry technique that Dr. Galan uses to remove tooth decay and for other dental needs.
An dental instrument that works like a mini sand blaster is used to spray away tooth decay.
The only precautions Dr. Galan needs to take are providing you with eyewear protection to prevent any possible irritation from the spray and using a rubber dam or protective resin that is applied to protect areas of your mouth that aren`t directly being treated.
www.askcalgarydentist.com /nodrill.php   (285 words)

  
 Arizona Cosmetic Dentist offering air abrasion dentistry, cosmetic dentistry Flagstaff/Phoenix/Scottsdale   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Air abrasion dentistry alleviates the need for just about all of the things you had nightmares about as a kid – the noise, the odor, the vibration and, worst of all, the shot.
Air abrasion is very safe, too – it can be used on small children and pregnant women.
As long as the decay is not located under an earlier amalgam filling or deep into the tooth or gum, we can then use air abrasion to direct a microfine stream of compressed air and abrasive powder onto the decay, blasting it away.
www.windsongdentalarts.com /serv_decay.html   (631 words)

  
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 Airbrator® Air Abrasion Handpiece from Edge Dental - Restorative Dentistry Review - Dental compare
The device attaches to an existing dental unit air line (60-80 psi recommended) via a handpiece hose adapter/connector and is said to have a patented delivery system that maintains particle flow and minimizes powder overspray.
The Airbrator is available in three types: 1) Light-Performance Abrasion Polishing and Cleaning (sodium bicarbonate powder) for removing stains and cleaning; 2) Medium-Performance Abrasion for precise abrasion; and 3) High-Performance Abrasion for comprehensive tooth preparation.
The easy to set up Airbrator works well with existing dental units, and does not require a bulky or space-occupying compressor unit.
www.dentalcompare.com /review.asp?rid=31   (487 words)

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