Minimally invasive dentistry approach integrates prevention, remineralization and minimal intervention for the placement and replacement of restorations.
This Includes:
Remineralization:. Remineralization can repair the damage created by the demineralization process. Fluoride plays a very important role in remineralization.
Air abrasion: When a tooth cannot be remineralized and decay is present, Air abrasion is used instead of a traditional drill and may not require anesthesia. It resembles microscopic sand blasting and uses a stream of air combined with a super-fine abrasive powder.
Sealants: Usually made of plastic resin, dental sealants protect teeth from bacteria that cause decay as they fit into the grooves and depressions of the tooth. Sealants do not require any cutting of the tooth.
Inlays and onlays: inlays and onlays do not require as much removal of the tooth structure.
Bite splints: Many people grind their teeth at night. Grinding, or bruxism, may cause serious damage to the teeth, and may require you to need crowns. It can be detected and corrected before much damage has been done. Dentists can create bite splints for you to wear at night or during stressful times when most teeth-grinding occurs.
