How Does Ozone Therapy Work?
Dr. Charlotte Etesse uses ozone therapy to kill the bacteria in your mouth, sterilizing it and reducing the strain on your immune system to improve your health. Treatment relies on a special gas to penetrate below the gum line, into the grooves of the teeth, and over the smooth surfaces of your teeth to provide a comprehensive effect that is both highly effective and minimally invasive.
Ozone is a natural and non-invasive method to disinfect by killing viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Ozone is basically supercharged oxygen that has three oxygen atoms instead of two, giving it a negative charge that helps it fight the positively charged microorganisms. Ozone can be used in dentistry as ozone gas, ozonated water, or ozonated oil.
Ozone is made by taking medical-grade oxygen and running it through an ozone generator. This ozone is generally captured as a gas in a syringe or used to ozonate water.
How Can Ozone Therapy Benefit My Dental Care?
At Etesse Holistic & Cosmetic Dentistry, we are able to use ozone therapy as a way to fight off bacteria. Ozone therapy may be used to treat a variety of dental conditions, including:
- Ozone and Gum (Periodontal) Treatment: Gum disease is caused by bacteria that lead to loss of bone and gum tissue that normally support teeth. Treatment of gum disease primarily aims to reduce the overall bacterial load. Ozone gas and irrigation with ozonated water further reduces the bacterial load in addition to the periodontal treatment. Ozone therapy effectively kills the harmful bacteria causing periodontal disease, promoting healthier gums and potentially preventing tooth loss.
- Ozone and Oral Surgery: Ozone gas and ozone water irrigation are used after tooth extractions to disinfect the tooth socket and promote healing. Disinfecting the extraction site is important before considering placing materials into the socket to regrow bone.
- Tooth infection and decay: By introducing ozone to areas of decay, we can halt the progression of cavities by eliminating bacteria and stimulating the tooth to remineralize.
- Ozone with Dental Fillings and Crowns: After the removal of tooth decay, ozone gas can further decontaminate the tooth structure before placing dental filling material or a crown.
- Reduction of Tooth Sensitivity: Ozone therapy can help alleviate tooth sensitivity by promoting remineralization of the tooth enamel, thus shielding the underlying dentin and nerve from external stimuli. Ozone gas used during dental fillings and dental crowns reduces the risk of tooth sensitivity after the procedure.
- Cold and canker sores: As an antiviral and anti-inflammatory agent, ozone can speed up the healing process of cold and canker sores while providing relief from discomfort.
- Bone infections: The powerful antibacterial properties of ozone can aid in resolving bone infections by eradicating the bacteria causing the issue, thus enhancing the overall healing process.
Ozone therapy allows for a very gentle solution to treating teeth and gums. It creates a more painless way to treat tooth decay and shows quicker results.
Is There a Science to Support Ozone Therapy?
Ozone (O3) is a powerful, naturally occurring gas. It is used in a variety of ways in everyday life, including as a sterilization agent for public water systems, fruits and vegetables, air purification systems, and swimming pools.
In the medical field, ozone is used to treat a variety of diseases and speed up the healing process following procedures. Ozone is considered an excellent option for promoting health and healing as it is extremely safe and causes very few, if any, side effects.
Ozone works by removing bacteria from key areas of your mouth, neutralizing acidic waste to give you a healthier mouth. Since ozone is a gas, it can permeate below the gum line for a more complete treatment. If the infected or decayed area is not too deep, no further treatment may be required.
In many cases, the areas of the tooth treated with ozone are stronger than they were previously; ozone also acts to recalcify tooth structure.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Ozone Therapy?
Almost everyone is considered a good candidate for ozone therapy because it is a non-invasive treatment that can help target a variety of oral problems. Ozone therapy can be a good option for people who might have more anxiety surrounding traditional dental therapies. This type of therapy is commonly used for relatively minor dental health problems such as small tooth decay or cavities.
Can I Be Allergic to Ozone Therapy?
Ozone therapy works by allowing pure oxygen and ozone to flood the oral site and kill bacteria. There is no possibility of an allergic reaction because the body doesn’t count ozone and oxygen as allergens.
The main side effects that could take place from ozone therapy are upper respiratory irritation and cough. If you are concerned about any side effects, please speak with our dentists.
Why Choose Etesse Holistic & Cosmetic Dentistry for Your Ozone Therapy?
Here at Etesse Holistic & Cosmetic Dentistry, we take a holistic approach to dentistry. We are proud to offer unique treatment options like ozone therapy as an alternative to other treatment plans.
Ozone therapy can treat current conditions and prevent them from worsening. If you have any questions, please contact our office to schedule an appointment and speak with our dentists about the benefits of ozone therapy for you!
Contact Us to Receive Your Ozone Therapy Today!
Ozone therapy is a great option to fight off bacteria and promote better oral health. To learn more about ozone therapy and how it can benefit you, please contact our office today and schedule an appointment with our dentists!
