A modern approach to preventative dental care.
Guided Biofilm
Therapy in Brantford, Ontario
What Is
Guided Biofilm Therapy?
A More Guided Approach to Dental Hygiene
One of the defining features of Guided Biofilm Therapy is right in the name: treatment is guided by the biofilm identified during your appointment.
Biofilm is disclosed before removal, making areas of accumulation visible to both the clinician and the patient. This helps guide the cleaning process while also providing an opportunity to identify areas that may need more attention as part of your at-home oral hygiene routine.
See the Biofilm
A disclosing agent makes dental biofilm visible, helping identify areas that require attention.
Personalized Education
Targeted Removal
GBT technologies are used according to the patient’s individual clinical needs to remove biofilm and stains, with remaining calculus addressed as required.
Ongoing Prevention
Who Is Guided Biofilm Therapy For?
Guided Biofilm Therapy can be adapted to a variety of preventative and maintenance needs.
Depending on individual oral health and clinical needs, GBT may be incorporated into care for patients with natural teeth, restorations, dental implants, orthodontic appliances, or periodontal concerns. EMS also identifies applications across preventative, periodontal, implant, orthodontic, pediatric, and aesthetic dental care.
GBT may be considered for:
Routine preventative hygiene care
Patients with staining or biofilm accumulation
Patients with braces or other orthodontic appliances
Patients with dental implants or restorations
Patients receiving periodontal maintenance
Children and adults requiring preventative care
BENEFITS
Benefits of Guided Biofilm Therapy
Personalized Care
Treatment is guided by what is identified during your individual assessment rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
Biofilm-Focused
Disclosing makes biofilm visible so areas requiring attention can be identified before removal.
Patient Education
Being able to see biofilm can make it easier to understand which areas of your smile may need more attention at home.
Modern Technology
GBT incorporates specialized EMS technologies designed for professional biofilm, stain, and calculus management.
our Process
The Guided Biofilm Therapy Process
GBT follows an established eight-step protocol developed by EMS. The individual treatment provided is adapted to the patient’s clinical situation.
01.
Assess
Your oral health is assessed, including your teeth, gums, and relevant periodontal or implant tissues.
02.
Disclose
A disclosing agent makes dental biofilm visible, helping guide treatment.
03.
Motivate
Your dental professional can show you where biofilm is accumulating and provide personalized oral hygiene guidance.
04.
AIRFLOW®
AIRFLOW® technology is used to remove disclosed biofilm, stains, and early calculus where clinically appropriate.
05.
PERIOFLOW®
When indicated, PERIOFLOW® can be used for biofilm management in deeper periodontal or peri-implant areas.
06.
PIEZON®
PIEZON® technology is used where necessary to remove remaining calculus.
07.
Check
The treated areas are carefully checked to assess the results and identify anything requiring further attention.
08.
Recall
An appropriate ongoing hygiene and maintenance schedule is recommended based on individual oral health needs.
Why us
Modern Prevention. Personalized Care.
Modern Technology
We continue to invest in technology that supports precise and patient-focused dental care.
Personalized Treatment
Your hygiene care is based on your individual oral health and clinical needs.
Prevention & Education
We want you to understand your oral health and feel confident caring for your smile between visits.
Long-Term Relationships
Preventative care is an ongoing partnership between you and your dental team.
Dare to have the smile
you’ve always wanted.
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Experience a Modern Approach to Preventative Care
Discover how Guided Biofilm Therapy can be incorporated into your personalized preventative dental care at Heirloom Dental.
Our team is here to help you understand your oral health, feel comfortable throughout your care, and keep your smile feeling its best.
FAQs
Guided Biofilm Therapy FAQs
What is dental biofilm?
Dental biofilm is a community of microorganisms that develops on surfaces within the mouth. Regular home care and professional preventative care help manage biofilm accumulation.
How is Guided Biofilm Therapy different from a traditional dental cleaning?
GBT follows a defined protocol that begins by disclosing biofilm so it can be seen before it is removed. Treatment is then guided by the patient’s individual needs using appropriate GBT technologies and followed by a final assessment and personalized recall recommendation.
What is AIRFLOW®?
AIRFLOW® is an EMS technology used as part of the GBT protocol to remove biofilm and stains using a controlled combination of air, water, and specialized powder.
Can GBT be used around dental implants?
GBT has applications for implant maintenance as well as natural teeth and restorations. The specific treatment used depends on the patient’s clinical needs.
Can patients with braces receive Guided Biofilm Therapy?
Yes. Orthodontics is among the clinical applications identified for GBT, and its biofilm-management approach can be used around orthodontic appliances where appropriate.
Is Guided Biofilm Therapy suitable for children?
GBT can be used as part of preventative care for younger patients when clinically appropriate. The protocol and treatment are adapted to the individual patient.
Do I still need regular dental hygiene appointments?
Yes. GBT is an approach to professional preventative and maintenance care rather than a replacement for ongoing dental hygiene visits. Your recommended recall schedule will depend on your individual oral health.
Find Us
Myofunctional Therapy in Brantford
Heirloom Dental offers Guided Biofilm Therapy in Brantford as part of our modern approach to preventative dental care. GBT provides a systematic approach to identifying and managing dental biofilm while allowing hygiene care to be tailored to each patient’s individual oral health needs.
We welcome patients from Brantford and surrounding communities, including Paris, St. George, Burford, Waterford, Simcoe, and beyond.
128 King George Road
Brantford, Ontario