Plasma Jets Instead Of Drills?

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The future of dentistry may be more akin to science fiction than patients might ever have believed. In fact, it seems that new research involving streams of bacteria-killing plasma may replace today’s drills in the near future. Plasma is formed when electrons are emitted by energized gases. In this case, researchers used a relatively cool beam of purple plasma to eliminate oral bacteria in dental cavities. The plasma beam removed dentin (the material beneath the enamel that comprises the majority of the tooth) more selectively than a conventional drill. While this research is preliminary, researchers believe that plasma jets can be ready for removing tooth decay in as few as three to five years.

This would certainly make visits to the dentist's office a bit less nerve-racking. Talk to us at the office of Richard Seidler, D.D.S. - Family Dentistry about any dental concerns. As your dental professional, we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality dental care for you and your family, in a relaxing and comfortable environment. A good experience with dentistry is based on making the right choice in a family dentist and in taking steps to keep dental costs at a minimum through self-care at home between visits. Please call 972.625.2222 to schedule an appointment. We’re located at 5000 Main Street at South Colony Boulevard, Suite 206, The Colony. Most dental insurance accepted.

Did you know?
It isn't the heat of the plasma that is thought to kill cavity-causing bacteria; it is the highly reactive molecules produced by charged oxygen molecules surrounding the plasma jet that get the job done.

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