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At Mola Dental, we are excited to offer Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) – an advanced teeth cleaning treatment that goes beyond a basic scale and polish to deeply clean your entire mouth; we’re also currently the only certified and approved GBT provider in Sheffield.
GBT uses cutting-edge technology to gently yet thoroughly remove harmful dental biofilm from places that brushing, flossing and traditional dental cleanings simply can’t reach for a healthier mouth and sparkling smile!
Guided Biofilm Therapy is an advanced 8-step process designed to deeply clean your entire mouth and eliminate harmful dental biofilm.
We will do a comprehensive exam of your teeth, gums and other areas to check for signs of disease and assess your oral health needs. This allows us to customise the treatment to target your specific issues or trouble areas.
A special solution is applied to disclose and stain areas of biofilm buildup. This makes even small areas of plaque visible so they can be removed.
Our experts at Mola Dental will provide instructions for proper daily oral hygiene techniques like brushing and flossing. We want to ensure you can maintain the amazing results from GBT at home.
A gentle and warm water is used to loosen biofilm from tooth surfaces. This proprietary Airflow device disturbs biofilm in a much less abrasive way than metal tools.
Perio flow flushes below the gumline to target biofilm and bacteria living in periodontal pockets up to 6mm deep. This reduces inflammation and the risk of progressive gum disease.
Ultrasonic vibrations from the Piezon handpiece safely and effectively break up built-up tartar and calculus deposits on teeth (in a pain-free procedure!).
We double-check your mouth to ensure complete biofilm removal from the entire mouth after the cleaning steps.
Regular GBT maintenance is important, so we can help schedule your next appointment to sustain your results. Consistency is key for oral health.
Guided Biofilm Therapy offers many advantages over regular teeth cleaning:
Guided Biofilm Therapy is suitable for most patients. The gentle approach makes it ideal if you have sensitive teeth, gum recession or dental implants. It can also help reduce gum inflammation and other signs of periodontal disease.
Children can also benefit from GBT to remove stubborn stains and prevent future oral health issues.
Biofilm is a complex community of microorganisms, primarily bacteria, that adhere to surfaces and form a protective matrix. Biofilm accumulates on teeth and gum surfaces, leading to various oral issues.
If left untreated, this biofilm can contribute to systemic health concerns as well as oral infections, which have been linked to:
Guided Biofilm Therapy takes a systematic approach to disrupting this biofilm and preventing reaccumulation, all whilst being more precise than scraping and polishing and causing less damage to tooth enamel!
What are the other added benefits of more complex dental hygiene?
The cost versus the benefit of professional cleaning – Preventive dental care far outweighs the costs of treatments for other issues, such as gum disease.
Dentists can see problems – Seeing your hygienist for regular professional cleanings allows them to catch minor problems before they become bigger.
No, Guided Biofilm Therapy and Airflow are two different advanced teeth cleaning treatments. While there are some similarities, GBT is a more comprehensive process.
Airflow uses a pressurised air, water, and fine powder particles of sodium bicarbonate to disturb plaque and surface stains. It is an important part of GBT, but only one step in the process.
GBT combines Airflow technology with additional techniques such as disclosing solutions, specialised tools to reach below the gumline and more.
So, Airflow/Air Polishing cleans away surface biofilm and stains, but GBT goes much deeper to eliminate clinging plaque for better oral health. While Airflow is one piece of GBT, it does not provide complete mouth cleaning on its own.
Biofilm is a sticky layer of bacteria that builds up on teeth, gums, tongue and other surfaces in the mouth. This bacterial community causes tooth decay, gum inflammation and other oral health issues.
GBT goes beyond basic teeth cleaning to remove biofilm from the entire mouth – teeth, gums, implants, crowns, tongue, cheeks, etc. It uses advanced technology to target biofilm in hard-to-reach areas.
Yes, GBT is very gentle and non-abrasive. The warm water spray loosens biofilm without damaging tooth surfaces or restorations. The entire process is designed to be minimally invasive.
GBT is a pain-free procedure. The gentle water flow and lack of scraping make it very comfortable compared to traditional dental cleanings. Let your dentist know if you experience any sensitivity.
A typical GBT appointment takes about an hour from start to finish. But every patient’s needs are different. Ask your dentist how much time to budget.
Many patients get GBT every 6 months, along with regular dental exams. Your dentist will recommend the ideal frequency based on your oral health status.
GBT delivers whiter teeth, healthier gums, reduced plaque buildup and better breath. You’ll notice a deep clean feeling. Enjoy results that last longer than regular cleaning.
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