No Drilling Fillings™
As a conservative, caring dentist, Dr. Stern would ideally like to help patients maintain their highest level of oral health, preventing the development of cavities and other dental problems with ongoing care and lifestyle guidance. There are times, however, when patients come to us in need of restorative care in the way of dental fillings.
Filling cavities both small and large is something that dentists have done successfully for many years. Although this is one of the most basic dental services provided, many people feel anxious about undergoing treatment, finding the administration of local anesthetic and the drilling away of damaged tooth structure unpleasant.
With an eye on patient comfort, Dr. Stern began investigating alternatives to the standard dental filling several years ago. Of his research came NO DRILLING FILLINGS™, a method of treating teeth pioneered and trademarked by our office. This method of filling cavities brings our patients a comfortable alternative for restorative care, and is effective as a treatment in certain areas of damage.
NO DRILLING FILLINGS™ removes damaged areas of tooth structure using a gentle stream of sand and air, functioning like a micro-sandblaster. Not only does this method allow a significant percentage of patients to receive care without the need for local anesthesia, NO DRILLING FILLINGS™ is also gentle and quiet, increasing overall comfort and peace of mind. This technique is highly effective at removing areas of damage, while leaving healthy tooth structure intact.
After the removal of damaged tissue with the NO DRILLING FILLINGS™ technique, we are able to restore the stable chewing surface of the tooth with healthy, tooth-colored materials. The materials we use are incredibly strong, hardening so quickly that our patients are generally able to resume normal speaking and eating immediately, even in instances where more than one tooth has been filled during a single visit.
Preparation tip used for NO DRILLING FILLINGS™.
Decay area removed without drilling.
Tooth restored to normal
strength and function without drilling or anesthesia.
Filling cavities both small and large is something that dentists have done successfully for many years. Although this is one of the most basic dental services provided, many people feel anxious about undergoing treatment, finding the administration of local anesthetic and the drilling away of damaged tooth structure unpleasant.
With an eye on patient comfort, Dr. Stern began investigating alternatives to the standard dental filling several years ago. Of his research came NO DRILLING FILLINGS™, a method of treating teeth pioneered and trademarked by our office. This method of filling cavities brings our patients a comfortable alternative for restorative care, and is effective as a treatment in certain areas of damage.
Dr. Michael Stern talks about Micro Air Abrasion Dentistry
NO DRILLING FILLINGS™ removes damaged areas of tooth structure using a gentle stream of sand and air, functioning like a micro-sandblaster. Not only does this method allow a significant percentage of patients to receive care without the need for local anesthesia, NO DRILLING FILLINGS™ is also gentle and quiet, increasing overall comfort and peace of mind. This technique is highly effective at removing areas of damage, while leaving healthy tooth structure intact.
After the removal of damaged tissue with the NO DRILLING FILLINGS™ technique, we are able to restore the stable chewing surface of the tooth with healthy, tooth-colored materials. The materials we use are incredibly strong, hardening so quickly that our patients are generally able to resume normal speaking and eating immediately, even in instances where more than one tooth has been filled during a single visit.
Preparation tip used for NO DRILLING FILLINGS™.
Decay area removed without drilling.
Tooth restored to normal strength and function without drilling or anesthesia.
