Beyond the Surface: How GBT "Resets" Your Mouth's Health

We've all been taught to think of dental cleanings as a way to remove plaque, tartar, and stains. But what if a cleaning could do something more? What if it could fundamentally "reset" the environment in your mouth to prevent problems before they even begin?

This is the science behind Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT). GBT isn't just a "clean and polish"—it's a comprehensive biofilm management system.

What is Biofilm (And Why Does it Matter)?

Biofilm is the sticky, invisible colony of bacteria that forms on your teeth. It’s a highly organized community, and it's the root cause of almost all major dental problems:

·       Cavities: Certain bacteria in the biofilm eat sugar and produce acid, which dissolves your enamel.

·       Gingivitis: The biofilm irritates your gums, causing them to become red, swollen, and bleed.

·       Periodontitis: If left alone, the biofilm hardens into tartar and infection spreads below the gumline, destroying the bone that supports your teeth.

How GBT Gives You a "Healthy Reset"

A traditional cleaning scrapes away visible tartar and polishes the teeth, but it often misses large areas of this invisiblebiofilm. GBT is different.

Step 1: We Make the Enemy Visible We start by using a harmless disclosing solution that "guides" us. It stains the hidden biofilm, making it completely visible to both you and your dentists. There is no guesswork—we can see 100% of the problem areas.

Step 2: We Remove 100% of the Biofilm Using the gentle, warm-water AIRFLOW® spray, we can safely and comfortably remove the entire biofilm community from every surface—on your teeth, between your teeth, and even slightly below the gumline. This is something traditional tools simply cannot do as effectively.

Step 3: The "Reset" By completely removing the established biofilm, GBT essentially hits the "reset" button on your oral microbiome. We've removed the organized colonies of bad bacteria, giving your mouth a fresh, clean slate. This makes it much harder for new, harmful colonies to form and allows a healthier, more balanced community of bacteria to flourish.

This is why GBT is so much more than a cleaning. It’s a proactive, preventive therapy. It disrupts the cycle of disease, reduces inflammation, and creates a healthy environment in your mouth that lasts long after you leave our office.

If you feel like you're always fighting the same dental battles (like persistent cavities or bleeding gums), it's time to stop just "cleaning" and start managing your oral health. Ask us how GBT can give your smile the reset it needs.