Lasers and air abrasion. New modalities for tooth preparation.

Hard tissue lasers and air abrasion units have a place in the modern dentist's armamentarium. Speed, comfort, ease of approach, public relations, and patient appeal are some of the advantages. The dentist's own comfort and satisfaction, knowing that he or she is doing the best dentistry without frightening the already fearful patient, should help the dentist decide which one of the modalities to incorporate into his or her practice.