Air Abrasion is a drill-less technique that is being used in place of a drill for removing decay. Because there is no drill, no high pitched drill noise, and the drill-less tool uses a spray, the procedure is more stress-less and safer than traditional drilling.
During air abrasion, an instrument that works like a mini sandblaster is used to spray away decay. During air abrasion, a fine stream of particles is aimed at the decayed portion of the tooth. These particles are made of silica, aluminum oxide, or a baking soda mixture and are propelled toward the tooth surface by compressed air or a gas that runs through the dental handpiece. Small particles of decay on the tooth surface are removed as the stream of particles strikes them. The particles of decay are then suctioned away through a thin tube.
Air abrasion is much more conservative than a drill. Because it is less invasive and slower to remove decay, more heath tooth tissue remains intact. The silica water spray used in the Air Abrasion sprayer requires some precautions. 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 arent being treated.
Dr. Garelick has over twenty years of expertise. A leader in the fields of Implant Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Garelick has taught atNew York University College of Dentistryand theUniversityof MarylandSchoolofDentistryas a clinical dental instructor.
Dr. Garelick was awarded his Fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists in August 2019 after his completion of rigorous requirements in the completion of the number of implant cases and examinations in dental implantology.
Dr. Garelick is a local contributor to the community. He is the Founder and Chair of the Mentor Program at the Arizona Dental Association as well as the Chair of the Committee for Continuing Education.
Aside from Dr. Garelicks professional achievements and involvement, he is very concerned with the neighboring community. He supports the community by funding programs at the local high school and volunteering time at the Neighborhood Christian Clinic and the Give a Kid a Smile program.
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Dr. Garelick is one of the most experienced and highly trained dentists in Arizona. He is an expert and a teacher in cosmetic dentistry and dental implantology. Whether its diagnosing and treating problems with your teeth and gums or helping you choose the best cosmetic options to take your smile to the next level, the dental advice and the attention to aesthetics youll receive from Dr. Garelick are is second to none.