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Gentle dental hygiene care in Cheltenham

Experience a new standard of dental wellness at Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental. We are proud to bring the latest in preventative technology to our practice, offering a gentle dental hygiene cleaning experience that prioritises your comfort. By choosing Airflow® in Cheltenham, you are choosing a modern, minimally invasive approach to keeping your teeth and gums in peak condition.

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What is Airflow® Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT)?

Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is a systematic, predictable solution for reducing the dental biofilm that appears on teeth. Biofilm is the sticky, colourless layer of bacteria (plaque) that forms on your teeth daily and is the root cause of gum disease and tooth decay. Using the state-of-the-art EMS Airflow® system, we can remove 100% of the biofilm, leaving your mouth cleaner than ever before without the need for traditional scraping.

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The benefits of Airflow®

Switching to Airflow® GBT offers several advantages over traditional dental hygiene methods:

• Ultimate comfort: The water is warm to prevent the sensitivity often felt during hygiene appointments, making it perfect for those with sensitive teeth.
• Non-invasive: There are no instruments used on your enamel, and this is particularly beneficial to nervous dental patients.
• Superior results: It effectively removes deeper stains from coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco to a standard that traditional polishing can’t quite reach.
• Comprehensive care: It is the most effective way to clean hard-to-reach areas, such as between tight teeth and around dental work. It’s particularly useful for those having orthodontic treatment.

How does Airflow® work?

The Airflow® system uses a controlled stream of warmed water, air, and very fine, gentle powder. This mixture acts almost like a high-tech jet wash for your mouth. Because the particles are so fine, they can penetrate deep into the periodontal pockets and the tiny grooves of your teeth, flushing away bacteria and surface stains quickly and painlessly.

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What does treatment involve?

Your GBT appointment at our Cheltenham practice is a simple, multi-step process:

1. Assessment: We check the health of your gums and teeth.
2. Disclosure: We apply a disclosing dye to your teeth that turns biofilm a bright colour. This makes the plaque visible so we can show you exactly where to focus your brushing at home.
3. Airflow®: Using the visible dye as a map, we use the Airflow® handpiece to wash away all the coloured biofilm and stains.
4. Final check: Once the biofilm is gone, we perform a final check for any hard tartar (calculus) and remove it gently.

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Who is Airflow® suitable for?

Airflow® GBT is suitable for almost everyone! It is particularly beneficial for:

• Nervous patients: The quiet, gentle nature of the EMS machine reduces dental anxiety.
• Orthodontic patients: It is the gold standard for cleaning around braces and wires.
• Dental implants: It is safe and effective for cleaning around delicate implants, bridges, and crowns.
• Sensitive smiles: Those who find traditional scale and polish treatments painful.

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Interested in Airflow®?

Ready to experience the future of dental hygiene? At Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental, our expert team is dedicated to providing an outstanding patient journey in our state-of-the-art, friendly dental practice.
To book an appointment or to speak to our team:

• Call the practice directly on 01242 269 498
• Email us for further information at info@cheltenhamandcotswolddental.com
• Or book your appointment online.

We look forward to welcoming you.

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