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Many patients avoid care because of a fear of needles or drills. But a unique technique is helping Dr. Les Latner<\/a> deliver care without using either. With air abrasion<\/b>, our Los Angeles<\/b> dental team can help patients overcome decay simply with a combination of air and a very fine powder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Air Abrasion?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Air abrasion<\/b> was made specifically for treating small cavities. The high-powered stream of air and powder emitted by Dr. Latner\u2019s<\/b> tool will remove slight decay from the chewing surfaces of back teeth so that a white filling can be applied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because air abrasion doesn\u2019t use needles or drilling, patients can look forward to a more comfortable and more relaxing experience. However, if you\u2019re still nervous about getting treatment for your filling, Dr. Latner<\/b> can talk to you about oral conscious sedation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With our wide range of services, we\u2019re confident we can help you get the care you need before it requires more invasive care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call Our Office to Schedule Your Next Appointment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you have questions about how air abrasion<\/b> works or whether it\u2019s right for you? Call<\/a> Westside Dental Associates<\/b> today for a consultation with Dr. Latner<\/b>. During your visit, we can help you understand your oral health needs and propose a treatment plan that will help you meet them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Air abrasion<\/b> is offered to our patients from Los Angeles<\/b>, Santa Monica<\/b>, Beverly Hills<\/b>, West LA<\/b>, Mar Vista<\/b>, and beyond.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Many patients avoid care because of a fear of needles or drills. But a unique technique is helping Dr. Les Latner deliver care without using either. With air abrasion, our Los Angeles dental team can help patients overcome decay simply with a combination of air and a very fine powder. What is Air Abrasion? Air abrasion was made specifically for treating small cavities. The high-powered stream of air and powder emitted by Dr. Latner\u2019s tool will remove slight decay from the chewing surfaces of back teeth so that a white filling can be applied. Because air abrasion doesn\u2019t use needles or drilling, patients can look forward to a more comfortable and more relaxing experience. 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