Why is ozone used?

• Kills infective microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi on contact
• Increases blood flow
• Intensifies immune responses
• Speeds healing and decreases the risk of post-surgical infections

When is Ozone Treatment used?

Ozone can be incorporated into treatments for several oral health concerns, including:

Tooth sensitivity. Teeth that have become worn away or weak can feel sensitive to hot and cold foods, drinks, and even weather. Ozone can help with tooth sensitivity.

Although the exact process by which ozone helps tooth sensitivity is not yet fully understood, patients report lessened events of tooth sensitivity after treatment.

Cavities. When in gas form, ozone can be applied to an area of decay to destroy bacteria. Ozone gas spreads through the small, deep grooves in the back teeth as easily as it does the smooth surfaces.

Ozone also has a rejuvenating effect on enamel, helping in the recalcification process to strengthen a damaged tooth. If there is a cavity, ozone treatment will be followed by repair with a mercury-free filling.

Gum disease. Gum disease is a problem with roots in oral bacteria and your immune response. As such, it can be treated effectively with ozone. Ozone destroys bacteria that have taken over the gums and prompts healing by aiding in the oxygenation of connective tissues.

Root canal treatments. We do all that we can to avoid root canal treatment and are very concerned about the impact they can have on your health.

If a patient decides that root canal treatment is their best option and necessary, we use ozonated water and gas to sterilise every part of the canal, including accessory canals to the fullest extent possible.

Sterilising the tubules is challenging even considering the capacity of ozone gas and cannot be guaranteed.

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