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At Calm Dental Studio, serving Delaware, Lewis Center, Powell, and Marion, OH, we are committed to providing you with the most advanced and comfortable dental care. That's why we're proud to offer Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) – a revolutionary, minimally invasive approach to dental cleaning and preventative care that goes beyond traditional methods to ensure a truly healthy and clean smile.
At Calm Dental Studio, we're dedicated to providing you with the most comfortable and effective oral care available. That's why we've embraced Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) – a revolutionary, gentle, and highly precise approach to professional dental cleaning and prevention.
Simply put, GBT is a state-of-the-art system for removing dental biofilm (plaque), the sticky, colorless film of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. This biofilm is the primary cause of common dental issues like cavities, gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis), and bad breath.
Unlike traditional dental cleanings that often rely heavily on manual scraping and can be uncomfortable, GBT utilizes advanced technology to remove biofilm and stains thoroughly and gently. It's a systematic protocol designed by leading dental experts, ensuring a comprehensive clean that's tailored to your unique needs, with maximum comfort and efficiency.
The core principle of GBT is "guided" removal. We first use a disclosing agent to make the invisible biofilm visible, allowing our team and you to see exactly where the bacteria are hiding. This guides our treatment, ensuring we target precisely where cleaning is needed, leading to a more effective and less invasive experience.
Choose GBT at Calm Dental Studio for a superior cleaning experience that prioritizes your comfort and delivers a truly healthy, refreshed smile.
Choosing Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) at Calm Dental Studio means choosing a superior level of oral health and comfort. Beyond just a cleaner feel, GBT offers a wealth of advantages designed to keep your smile healthy and sparkling for years to come.
GBT goes beyond traditional cleaning to provide targeted benefits that significantly improve your oral health:
Unlike conventional methods that can be abrasive, GBT is remarkably gentle on your teeth and gums, often eliminating the need for discomfort or sensitivity during and after your cleaning.
By thoroughly removing the biofilm – the primary cause of cavities – GBT significantly reduces your risk of tooth decay, protecting your natural teeth.
GBT's advanced AIRFLOW® and PIEZON® technologies meticulously remove both soft plaque (biofilm) and hardened tartar, even in hard-to-reach areas, ensuring a remarkably clean mouth.
Targeting and eliminating biofilm effectively reduces the bacteria that cause gingivitis (gum inflammation) and helps prevent the progression of more serious periodontal disease, leading to healthier gums.
By eliminating the bacterial buildup that contributes to bad breath, GBT leaves your mouth feeling and smelling truly fresh and clean.
GBT is highly effective and safe for patients with braces, dental implants, veneers, crowns, and other restorations, protecting your dental investments while ensuring cleanliness.
The first step in determining if you're a good candidate for Guided Biofilm Therapy is always a consultation with your dentist. GBT is most successful when performed by a dental professional who's familiar with your oral health history and can customize the treatment to your specific needs.
During your consultation at Calm Dental Studio, Dr. Alla will discuss your goals for treatment and any concerns you may have. She'll also thoroughly examine your mouth to assess the health of your teeth and gums. We may take X-rays to get a better view of your teeth and jawbone condition.
Based on the information gathered during the consultation, Dr. Alla can determine if guided biofilm therapy is right for you. If it is, she will create a customized treatment plan to address your specific needs. Ready to schedule an appointment? Book online or call us at (740) 513-4909 to speak to our dentists.
To begin your GBT journey, we'll start with a comprehensive consultation. This crucial step allows our team to understand your specific oral health needs, discuss your goals, and assess if GBT is the ideal solution for you. We'll also provide you with detailed information about the process and answer any questions you may have, ensuring you feel confident and informed every step of the way.
After your consultation, we'll apply a disclosing solution to your teeth. This safe, temporary dye highlights any areas with plaque (biofilm) and tartar buildup, making them visible to both you and our hygienist. This allows us to precisely target specific areas for treatment, ensuring no spot is missed and optimizing the effectiveness of the therapy.
One of the core elements of Guided Biofilm Therapy is AIRFLOW®. We utilize a unique, state-of-the-art device that directs a controlled stream of air, comfortably warm water, and a fine, specialized powder onto your teeth and gums. This gentle yet powerful combination effectively dislodges and removes soft plaque, food particles, and stubborn stains from your teeth and the entire mouth, even in hard-to-reach areas, without direct contact.
For patients with deeper periodontal pockets (4mm-9mm), we use PERIOFLOW®. This specialized nozzle attachment delivers the AIRFLOW® solution into these pockets, effectively flushing out any remaining plaque and harmful bacteria that traditional cleaning methods might miss. This step is crucial for preventing and managing gum disease.
Following the AIRFLOW® and PERIOFLOW® steps, we meticulously address any remaining hard deposits (tartar or calculus). We use the less invasive EMS PIEZON® PS instrument. This advanced ultrasonic technology precisely and gently removes residual subgingival (below the gumline) biofilm and calculus from periodontal pockets as deep as 10mm, with minimal discomfort and preserving your natural tooth structure.
Once we've completed the thorough GBT treatment, our team will perform a meticulous final check to ensure your entire mouth is exceptionally clean and virtually free of bacteria. We may also take x-rays, as needed, to evaluate the progress of your therapy and confirm optimal oral health. We'll discuss any ongoing home care recommendations to help you maintain your sparkling results.
Here are answers to some of the most common questions our patients ask. If you’re curious about anything else, we’re always here to help.
Dental biofilm is a sticky, colorless, and constantly forming film of bacteria, food particles, and saliva that adheres to your teeth and gums. If not regularly removed, it can lead to cavities, gum inflammation (gingivitis), and more serious gum disease (periodontitis). GBT is specifically designed to effectively remove this biofilm.
Traditional cleanings often rely heavily on manual tools and can sometimes be uncomfortable. GBT is a systematic, minimally invasive approach that first uses a disclosing agent to make the biofilm visible, guiding the cleaning process. It then uses advanced technologies like AIRFLOW® (a gentle stream of warm water, air, and fine powder) and precise ultrasonic instruments (PIEZON® PS) to remove biofilm, stains, and tartar far more comfortably and efficiently, often without direct contact with the tooth surface.
No, GBT is significantly more comfortable than traditional cleanings for most patients. The use of warm water, fine powder, and advanced ultrasonic technology minimizes sensitivity and pressure. Many patients find the experience quite pleasant, and often, anesthesia is not required.
The duration of a GBT session can vary depending on the individual's oral health needs and the amount of biofilm or tartar present. However, it is often comparable to, or even shorter than, a traditional cleaning because of its efficiency. Your initial consultation will give you a better estimate.
A: GBT is highly versatile and safe for most patients, including those with sensitive teeth, dental implants, braces, veneers, crowns, and other restorations. Dr. Alla will assess your specific needs during your consultation to confirm if GBT is the right treatment for you.
The frequency of your GBT sessions will depend on your individual oral health and risk factors for gum disease and cavities. Typically, we recommend GBT as part of your routine preventative care, usually every six months, but Dr. Alla will provide a personalized recommendation based on your needs.
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