Air abrasion is another alternative to a dental handpiece (drill) for specific minimally invasive procedures and usually requires no anesthesia (novocaine). 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 , we remove 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.  Works great for kids!