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How can the dentist do laser fillings?
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Special machine: The dentist can do laser fillings by using a special dental laser. Often, you won't need anesthetic for this type of procedure. The laser will vaporize the cavity and the dentist will place a white material in its place.
Answered 8/24/2013
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Laser: A dentist uses a hard tissue laser to remove the decay and fills the tooth the same way as if he used the drill.
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