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Experience the Future of Dental Cleanings: What is Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT)?

We all know regular dental cleanings are essential for a healthy smile. But what if your cleaning could be more comfortable, efficient, and effective? At Practice 32 in Colorado Springs, we utilize Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) – a state-of-the-art approach to preventive dental hygiene. If you’ve ever disliked the scraping or gritty paste of traditional cleanings, GBT might be the refreshingly gentle alternative you’ve been looking for.

What is Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT)?

Before understanding GBT, let’s talk about biofilm. Dental biofilm (commonly known as plaque) is the sticky layer of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. If not removed regularly and effectively, it can lead to gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis) and cavities.

Traditionally, hygienists relied heavily on manual scraping instruments and polishing pastes to remove biofilm and harder calculus (tartar). While effective, this can sometimes be uncomfortable, especially for those with sensitive teeth or gums.

Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is a systematic, minimally invasive protocol for dental biofilm management. Developed by EMS (Electro Medical Systems), it uses advanced AIRFLOW® and PIEZON® technologies. Instead of starting with scraping, GBT focuses on first identifying the biofilm using a disclosing solution, then removing it gently and thoroughly with warm water, air, and a fine powder before targeting any remaining hard deposits.

The GBT Process: A Step-by-Step Overview

While the protocol involves 8 specific steps, here’s a simplified look at what you might experience during a GBT appointment at Practice 32:

1. Assessment: Your hygienist checks your teeth and gums just like a standard check-up.
2. Disclosing: A harmless colored solution is applied to make biofilm visible – showing you exactly where bacteria are hiding!
3. Motivation & Education: Your hygienist uses the visible biofilm to provide personalized tips for improving your home care routine.
4. AIRFLOW® MAX: This key step uses a gentle spray of warm water, air, and fine powder (often erythritol-based) to comfortably remove biofilm, stains, and young calculus from teeth, gums, and even the tongue and palate.
5. PERIOFLOW®: If needed, a specialized nozzle is used with the same gentle spray to clean deeper gum pockets (periodontal pockets) effectively and comfortably.
6. PIEZON® NO PAIN: If any hard calculus (tartar) remains after AIRFLOW®, this ultrasonic tool is used. It features intelligent feedback control for minimally invasive, comfortable removal of only the necessary deposits.
7. Final Check: Your hygienist does a final check to ensure all biofilm and calculus are removed, ensuring your smile is perfectly clean.
8. Recall: Based on your needs, your next appointment is scheduled to maintain your oral health.

Key Benefits of Choosing GBT at Practice 32

Opting for a GBT cleaning offers several advantages:

• Superior Comfort: Significantly reduces reliance on traditional scraping instruments, making it much gentler on teeth and gums. Ideal for sensitive patients.
• High Effectiveness: Thoroughly removes biofilm from all surfaces, including around braces, implants, and restorations.
• Efficiency: GBT can often be faster than traditional cleaning methods.
• Minimally Invasive: Preserves healthy tooth structure by using fine powders and precisely controlled ultrasonic instruments only where needed.
• Safe for Restorations: Gentle enough for use on implants, veneers, crowns, and orthodontic brackets.

Is GBT Right for You?

GBT is suitable and beneficial for almost everyone seeking routine dental hygiene care or periodontal maintenance. Its gentle nature makes it particularly advantageous for individuals with sensitive teeth, dental anxiety, implants, crowns, veneers, or orthodontic appliances. Ask your Practice 32 hygienist if GBT is the right choice for your next cleaning.

Schedule Your GBT Cleaning in Colorado Springs

Ready to experience a more comfortable and effective dental cleaning? Practice 32 proudly offers Guided Biofilm Therapy to our patients in Colorado Springs, CO. We are committed to providing the best in preventive dental hygiene.

Call us today at 719-427-4733 to schedule your GBT appointment or to learn more about this advanced hygiene technology!

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I highly recommend Practice 32. Olivia is very knowledgeable. She has state of the art equipment and takes the time to explain what she is doing, explains how to properly floss and how to take the best care of your teeth. Very different from any other teeth cleaning I’ve ever experienced! Definitely check out Practice 32!


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When I went to Practice 32, I found Olivia to be very professional and friendly. The office was immaculate, beautifully decorated and calming. Olivia spent more time than any other dental hygienist I had been to explaining her process and how to better care for my teeth…


Joe★★★★★
Not only are my teeth super clean, I learned so much in how to properly clean my teeth. Trust me, I thought I knew what I was doing but Olivia showed me the way!! If you want great care and knowledge, go see Olivia. Wouldn’t go anywhere else!!


Michelle★★★★★
This was the most pleasant and relaxing dental cleaning that I’ve ever had. Olivia was patient and kind, and explained the process and the equipment. I found it both interesting and informative! I appreciate that she was also able to take X-rays, which can be sent to my new dentist. Olivia will be my hygienist from here on out. Thank you!


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Olivia is a wonderful! This is the first time I’ve used the guided biofilm therapy, and my teeth felt so much cleaner than a traditional cleaning. Highly recommend!

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