For some of us, we may be afraid of going to the dentist particularly if we are scheduled to go through tooth drill. This has become one of the top notch reason for dental phobia and a top source of anxiety.
But a recent development in dental technology can actually lead to elimination of drilling and filling process. A preliminary study is being conducted at King's College, London. They are studying a painless process of identifying tooth decay at the earliest stages by using laser lights.
According to Frances Downey, ‘The earlier you spot decay the better as you can remineralise the area so there is no cavitation and therefore no need for a filling.’
This development is said to eliminate the painful process of drilling and filling which can lessen the percentage of patients who suffer from dental phobias.
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