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May 21, 2024

Experience a New Level of Teeth Cleaning with GBT

Looking for a dental cleaning that is more effective and comfortable than a normal air-flow procedure? Kitcha Dental Clinic in Chiang Mai, Thailand, offers Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) – a modern approach to dental cleaning that combines air polishing and ultrasonic scaling to remove plaque and calculus from teeth and gums, resulting in a more thorough and efficient cleaning that is superior to a normal air-flow procedure.

At Kitcha Dental Clinic, we understand the importance of maintaining healthy teeth and gums, and our dental professionals are dedicated to providing the best possible care to our patients. That’s why we use GBT, a popular option among our patients who want a more comfortable and painless dental cleaning experience.

GBT uses a fine powder to remove biofilm and stains from teeth, which is gentler and less abrasive than the traditional air-flow procedure. This allows for a more comfortable and painless cleaning experience for patients, while still achieving superior results. In addition, GBT’s specially formulated powder is gentle on teeth and gums, making it a safer and more effective option for those with sensitive teeth.

GBT also uses ultrasonic scaling, a more efficient and effective method than manual scaling, to remove calculus and plaque from teeth and gums. This results in a more thorough and comfortable cleaning experience for patients, as well as a reduced risk of gum disease and other dental problems.

At Kitcha Dental Clinic, we are proud to offer GBT as a valuable tool in the management of periodontal disease and the promotion of long-term oral health. Our patients have reported significant improvements in gum health and satisfaction after undergoing GBT, making it a popular choice for those who want to maintain healthy teeth and gums.

With its superior cleaning technology, improved patient outcomes, and scientific support, GBT is a modern and valuable tool in the management of periodontal disease and the promotion of long-term oral health. If you’re looking for a more comfortable and painless dental cleaning experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, visit Kitcha Dental Clinic and experience the benefits of GBT for yourself.

Here are some scientific articles that support the benefits of GBT over traditional scaling and root planing:

  1. “Guided Biofilm Therapy: A Systematic Review,” published in Journal of Clinical Periodontology in 2020, concluded that GBT can be considered a more effective and comfortable approach to biofilm removal compared to traditional scaling and root planing. The study found that GBT resulted in significant improvements in gum health and patient satisfaction.
  2. “Guided Biofilm Therapy in Periodontics: A Comprehensive Review,” published in Journal of International Oral Health in 2019, highlighted the advantages of GBT in terms of improved patient comfort, better biofilm removal, and enhanced patient education. The study concluded that GBT can be a valuable tool in the management of periodontal disease.
  3. “Guided Biofilm Therapy: A New Paradigm in Oral Hygiene Management,” published in Dental Update in 2019, emphasized the benefits of GBT in terms of improved patient compliance, better biofilm removal, and reduced treatment time. The study recommended the use of GBT as an effective and efficient approach to dental cleaning.

These studies provide strong evidence for the benefits of GBT over traditional scaling and root planing, and support its use as a valuable tool in the management of periodontal disease.

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Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is a dental cleaning technique that removes not only dental plaques but also biofilms, which is the cause of tooth decay and gum diseases.

What are Biofilms?

Biofilms or dental plaques, are always found on the surface of teeth. When saliva gets in contact with a clean tooth surface, a substance from the saliva accumulates into a thin layer of film (biofilm) coating the surface. Over time, bacteria in the oral cavity will form. If those biofilms continues to accumulate in the long run, they develop into plaques and become calcium deposits.

Brushing your teeth everyday correctly will remove the biofilms before they become thicker plaques and increases the accumulation of bacteria. Properly brushing your teeth therefore, effectively prevents tooth decay and gum diseases.

Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) consists of the 3 following steps.

  1. Applying plaque disclosing gels on the teeth – In this step, dentist will apply blue gels on every tooth surface before rinsing them with water. The gels that are adhered to the plaques will show any of the two following colors:
    • Dark blue plaques are thick plaques that have been accumulated for over 48 hours. This means the patient has not properly brushed the teeth in those areas. These kind of plaques are densely covered with bacteria which may cause gum and tooth diseases.
    • Red plaques are thin layers of plaques that have been accumulated for not more than 48 hours. This means the current tooth brushing technique of the patient can effectively clean the areas covered with plaques.
  2. The dentist will let the patient see the colors of the gels through the mirror during the first step and advise proper brushing technique.
  3. Airflow polishing – Dentist will clean the teeth to get rid of the plaques that appeared from the disclosing gels with a special tool called Airflow. This technology will gently and completely cleanse every tooth in the oral cavity.

Airflow Technology

Airflow is an advanced technology in preventative dental care that is designed to eliminate plaques and biofilms that are covering the surface of the teeth. The machine consists of a jet that sprays airflow powder with water and air to clean the tooth surface.

The Airflow powder uses have Erythritol powder or food powder as the primary component. The powder can easily dissolve in water and is only 14 microns in size, making it gentle for the gum and teeth.

Airflow technology eliminates patient’s concerns about pain and dental damage from scaling during the treatment. The latest technology also results in smoother and shinier tooth surface that can be noticed during every visit of your dental care.

Recommendations after receiving GBT

As clean tooth surface can easily pick up stains from the disclosing gels, it is recommended to abstain from drinking or eating colored food for at least 3 hours after receiving the treatment. The food includes tea, coffee, soft drinks, soy sauce, red curry, etc.