Keeping the teeth and mouth healthy is critical to a gorgeous smile and good well-being. Airflow treatment is an innovative dental technology and a modern alternative to a traditional scale and polish. Here’s everything you’d need to know about Airflow and its benefits to decide which method of treatment would suit you!
What is Airflow?
Airflow is a contemporary treatment which allows the dentist to scale and polish the teeth utilising state-of-the-art technology. It uses a combination of pressurised air, water and particulates to clean the surface of the tooth. Airflow can efficiently remove surface stains, plaque build-up and biofilm.
Who can get Airflow Treatment?
Airflow treatment is suited to both children and adults because it is both non-invasive and gentle on the mouth. Patients with severe periodontal disease (gum disease) or any respiratory conditions should inform their dentist ahead of treatment in order to assess their suitability.
Airflow Versus a Traditional Scale and Polish?
Airflow uses different methods to scale and polish the teeth, rather than utilising traditional tools like ultrasonic scalers and curettes. The traditional tools employed by dentists can be sharp and abrasive, sometimes causing slight discomfort for patients. Equally, these tools can be abrasive on the teeth, scratching or damaging the enamel.
Airflow is a gentler alternative which uses pressurised air, powder and water to gently clean the tooth’s surface preserving the enamel. This method is less invasive on the patient which can also make treating these issues in the mouth a more comfortable experience.
Unlike a scale and polish, Airflow is capable of removing surface stains from the teeth, making it more effective for restoring the natural aesthetic of a smile.
The Benefits of Airflow Treatment?
Cleaning
Airflow’s ability to clean the teeth and gums makes it a fantastic treatment method, with it being effective at removing young calculus, biofilm, and surface stains.
Non-invasive
Treatment is non-invasive making it a comfortable and efficient way to clean the teeth. Patients do not need to worry about discomfort as it’s typically a pain-free treatment.
Efficiency
Because Airflow utilises state-of-the-art technology to precisely clean teeth it takes less time than a traditional scale and polish would. Airflow typically takes between 20-30 minutes to perform, and a scale and polish take between 30 minutes to an hour.
Prevention
Airflow treatment not only cleans the teeth, but it also helps to protect and strengthen the teeth from gum disease by removing any harmful bacteria that is lingering on and below the gum line.
Curious if Airflow is right for you? Schedule an appointment with your hygienist today to experience the benefits of this revolutionary treatment.