If the idea of a dental cleaning makes you shiver — the noise, the discomfort, the sensitivity — good news: with Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) professional hygiene has become a gentle, almost pleasant treatment.
What biofilm is
Dental plaque is a biofilm: an organised film of bacteria that adheres to teeth and gums and is the main cause of decay, gingivitis and periodontitis. The problem? It is largely invisible.
The GBT protocol
- Assessment of teeth and gums.
- Biofilm disclosure: a colouring agent makes plaque visible, so treatment focuses where needed.
- Motivation: we show you where your toothbrush doesn't reach.
- Air polishing: a jet of air, warm water and ultra-fine powders gently removes biofilm and stains, even below the gum line.
- Targeted instrumentation only on residual tartar.
- Final check, fluoride and personalised advice.
Advantages over traditional cleaning
- Comfort: no prolonged scraping or unpleasant noises
- Precision: the disclosing agent guides treatment where plaque really is
- Gentleness on enamel, gums, implants and braces
- Immediate results: smooth, clean, brighter teeth
Prevention is teamwork
Professional hygiene every 6 months is the pillar of prevention — the rest is up to you every day: brushing twice a day, floss or interdental brushes, fewer sugars between meals. Every hygiene session at our practice always includes advice tailored to your mouth.
Book your GBT hygiene session: your smile (and your gums) will thank you.
Sources
- WHO, Oral health fact sheet — caries and periodontal disease prevention: daily hygiene with fluoride toothpaste and reduced sugar intake.
- WHO, Global Oral Health Status Report, 2022 — global picture of caries, gum disease and access to care.