Cosmetic Dentistry Directory Blog

Are you one of the many people who dislike visiting the dentist and feel a lot of anxiety or apprehension about the potential pain involved? If so, you will be glad to know that modern cosmetic dentists have your welfare and comfort at the top of their priority list. Great strides forward in dental technology, as well as in the training of cosmetic dentists, have created friendly and relaxed dental offices where you can feel confident of receiving kind treatment.

The Anesthetic Shot

Most people dislike the basic process of getting that shot of anesthetic. Now there is the Wand, a computer-controlled system for administering anesthetic painlessly. You will be sitting there waiting for the needle and your dentist will say, “Well, let’s give that a few minutes to numb you up. Would you like headphones to listen to music?” It was done already and you didn’t notice.

Before the Wand is used, your dentist will use a swab to numb the gum surface. Then the Wand will slowly and steadily give you anesthetic, operated by a foot pedal while your dentist simply holds the handpiece steady.

The Dental Drill

The second thing that creates apprehension for many people is the sound of the drill, that high-pitched, whine, so close at hand. At least modern drills are much faster than the slow old drills our grandparents had to deal with.

But in many cases, no drill at all is needed to remove decay. Your dentist may use air abrasion, where a stream of tiny particles is quietly directed to the treatment area and the unwanted damaged parts are suctioned away. Your gums, healthy teeth, and eyes are first protected and your dentist can control the air pressure, nozzle size and particle size. If you are having a white filling, air abrasion is often the method of choice for removing debris and decay.

Alternatively, a laser may be used. Again, it is silent and fast, and it effectively cleans out all unwanted tissue so that your dentist can fill or crown your tooth with no risk of infection. Hard tissue lasers work on tooth enamel, and soft tissue lasers work on the gums.

If you have been delaying your dental work because of a dental phobia, please know that computers and lasers have come to your rescue and cosmetic dental offices are oriented towards your comfort and satisfaction.

Dr. Mathilde Castellini in Orlando, Florida is a sympathetic dentist who will take extra good care of you, as she offers Holistic dentistry and Sedation dentistry as well as cosmetic and neuromuscular dentistry. Her practice is very safety-oriented.

To find a qualified cosmetic dentist in your area, please contact us today.