The Power of Dental Ozone Therapy
At Well Being Dentistry, we're proud to offer one of the latest innovations in dental care—ozone therapy. We are embracing the latest in medical advancements with the introduction of this powerful, minimally invasive tool for optimizing oral health.
What Is Ozone Therapy?
Dental ozone therapy is the application of medical-grade ozone (O₃) in dental treatments to disinfect areas, kill pathogens (bacteria, viruses, fungi), and promote tissue healing. It's a minimally invasive, biocompatible therapy that complements conventional dental procedures. At Well Being Dentistry, we have an ozone generator that is used to make oxygen into ozonated water or gas. When dissolved in water or converted to gas, it becomes a potent tool for killing pathogens commonly found in the mouth. Widely used in medical treatments, it offers an effective way to fight oral diseases and enhance overall dental care.
How Does Ozone Therapy Work?
Ozone water and gas work by using ozone’s powerful oxidizing properties to destroy bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites on contact. During dental treatments, ozone is used to safely eliminate harmful pathogens, reduce inflammation, and speed up healing—all without the need for invasive procedures. Ozone water is a good natural alternative to harsh chemicals or antibiotics. Use of ozone water encourages quicker tissue repair. This gentle yet advanced approach supports faster recovery and improves overall oral health, making your dental care safer and more comfortable.
Ozone therapy used in Dental Procedures
At Well Being Dentistry, there are many ways we can incorporate ozone therapy into your dental treatment. For example, ozone water can be used as part of a regular dental cleaning or a deep cleaning to help eliminate harmful bacteria that exists in the plaque and biofilms adhering to teeth. This can help minimize gum inflammation and leave the mouth feeling fresher.
Ozone water can also be used during other dental procedures including decay removal, root canal therapy, extractions and dental implants to disinfect and promote better healing of damaged teeth or tissues.
Key Applications of Ozone in Dentistry
Caries (Tooth Decay) Treatment
- Ozone gas or ozonated water is applied to a carious lesion to kill bacteria and fungi , stopping the decay process.
- Allows for minimally invasive treatment; sometimes avoids the need for drilling.
Root Canal Disinfection (Endodontics)
- Ozone gas or ozonated water are used to disinfect the root canal system , which is notoriously hard to clean completely.
- It reduces the chance of reinfection and improves the success rate of root canal therapy.
Periodontal (Gum) Therapy
- Ozone gas or ozonated water are used to decontaminate periodontal pockets in gum disease.
- It helps kill bacteria and promote healing of gum tissues.
Oral Surgery and Wound Healing
- Applied post-operatively as a water or gas after tooth extraction or implant placement to reduce infection and accelerate healing .
Desensitization
- Ozone can help reduce dentin hypersensitivity by sealing tubules and killing bacteria in exposed root areas.
Implantology
- Ozone is used to disinfect implant sites and peri-implantitis lesions, reducing bacterial load and improving tissue integration.
With the help of ozone therapy, our team at Well Being Dentistry can help patients thrive and be their healthiest selves. Please contact our team today to learn more about ozone and how it can be incorporated into your custom dental care.