Mark. No, I don’t currently own a laser. But, I am convinced that sometime in the not so distant future I will have a delight or waterlase. I have seen and demo’d the waterlase but want to check out the delight too. I really appreciate Ron’s site here and all of the posters information. Being able to have access to the experiences of people like you, Glen are extremely helpful when considering such an expensive purchase and new technology.
Yes, the preps I was referring to are those done with a conventional high speed handpiece.
Greg

I’ve just registered today and am very excited reading through each post.
My patients normally would have had their hygiene appointment before examination. In this way, the fissures are generally cleared/ reduced from stains. 40 or above would be treated with Air Abrasion/flowable composite/ hybrid composite in deeper cavities. Fluoride treatment would be prescribed for cases between 20 to 40. Fissure sealants are not used at all since I would not be able to check these areas again in the future.

Intervention at #40 or above. I’d use air abrasion, using the diagnodent to check on cavity wall and floor. When there is little or no reading, I’ll restore with flowable composite; flowable/hybrid in deep cavities.
#20to#40, Topical fluoride treatment,review the sites 4 monthly. I don’t carry out fissure sealants so that I can review these sites.
Generally, fluoride treatment immediately after restorations.
Ken

Have kavo check your unit…..make sure it is working properly…your rep will gladly do it…usually very accurate…