First
example:
Tiny Pit and
Fissure Cavities-
the most common cavities of the "Pepsi Generation" who
grew up with fluoride in the water and Crest toothpaste |
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Very small area of decay, hardly visible |
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After the cavity was opened, the decay is evident |
After laser-bonded filling |
Second
example:
Small Cavities-Leaky Old Filling
"Beware of the hidden decay down below,
for before you know, it will grow!" |
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Small area of decay under old filling |
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Filling removed showing decay underneath is very evident now |
After laser-bonded filling |
Third example:
Medium-sized Cavity-
The dentist's dilemma: should it be filled, onlayed or crowned to
preserve its strength? |
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Leaking old silver filling |
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Medium-sized filling out. Notice the decay present. |
Medium-sized cavity fixed with laser-bonded restoration |
Fourth
example:
Large cavity
under old filling-
No doubt about what's best
for these large problem teeth |
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Large, old, leaking, silver filling TOO big for a filling. Needs an onlay. |
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Filling out, decay evident. |
After laser-bonded porcelain onlay |