The Use of Ozone Therapy Treatment and Sterilization in Dentistry

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The Use of Ozone 
Therapy Treatment and
Sterilization in Dentistry
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What is Ozone?
To begin understanding the basics of
Ozone Therapy Treatment, one must
first have a grasp on what exactly
ozone is. As most of us know, ozone
makes up one of the protective layers
of the earth’s atmosphere that helps
to reduce direct exposure to the sun’s
ultraviolet rays. At the same time,
however, ozone is simply a molecule
of three oxygen atoms (O3).
Besides in its naturally occurring
form in the earth’s atmosphere,
ozone has a variety of uses for
everyday life. Ozone is particularly
touted for its sterilization and
filtering effects, often being used by
municipal water treatment plants for
water purification, to clean fruits and
vegetables for sale in supermarkets,
and to filter commercial bottled
water.
Sunrise Dentistry is proud to offer
ozone therapy for many of our dental
procedures as a sterilizing agent as
well as a treatment for head and neck
infections including sinus issues.
Introduction to the Dental Field
Ozone was first used in the medical
field in the 1900s and has since been
used as a method of speeding up the
healing process for wounds and
certain types of diseases. While ozone
treatment was originally developed
in both Europe in the United States,
the medical community in Europe
has more widespread adaptation of
ozone therapy treatments.
Since then, ozone (in lower
concentrations) has been found to be
a powerful combatant to certain
bacteria, viruses, and fungi while
avoiding damage to more complex
human cells, meaning it can be
applied in a large number of areas.
This discovery ultimately led to its
introduction into the field of
dentistry.
The first recorded use of ozone in
dental applications was in 1930 in
Zürich, Switzerland by Dr. E.A. Fisch.
Medical-grade ozone that is used in
dental procedures is created by
passing oxygen through a corona
discharge generator, resulting in
pure ozone that can be used in both
liquid and gaseous forms.
A third form, known as ozonated
olive oil, is made by filtering ozone
through olive oil to make a thick
ointment that can then be directly
applied to the targeted area. All three
forms of medical-grade ozone can be
used for dental applications,
depending on the intended target of
treatment.
Uses in Modern Dentistry
Periodontal disease – ozonated
water flushed below the gum line can
help to treat and reduce periodontal
disease over time. Additionally,
ozonated gas can be used to treat
gum tissue around the affected area.
Root canals – ozone’s sterilization
properties come particularly in
handy when undertaking root canal
operations. Ozone can kill any
bacteria in the area of operation to
create a sterilized root canal system
and help speed up recovery time.
Sensitivity – For those suffering
from tooth sensitivity, ozone gas can
be applied to help recalcify teeth to
help remove sensitivity.
Post-operation pain – patients
sometimes feel a certain degree of
pain or extreme sensitivity after
having a cavity filled or crown
installed. This pain is often caused by
an inflammation caused by a buildup
of bacteria in the inner pulp of the
tooth. 
The application of ozone before the
crown is placed or the cavity is filled
has been known to reduce the
amount of bacterial buildup and thus
reduce the risk of needing further
dental work to deal with pulpitis.
Extractions - ozonated water can be
flushed in the dental socket
immediately after extractions to
dramatically reduce the pathogens
that may be in bedded in the bone,
tooth or periodontal ligament. This
will reduce post-operative pain and
help speed up healing recovery.
Safety
As mentioned before, ozone is
simply a molecule containing three
atoms of oxygen. Because oxygen is
necessary for everyday life, it is
impossible to be allergic to ozone.
In addition, there are no known
reactions or side effects of ozone
with any kind of medication.
Sunrise Dentistry offers a unique,
holistic approach to dentistry that
focuses not only on the health of
your teeth and gums, but also on how
dental health can affect the overall
health of your entire body. 
We are committed to the highest
quality dental care possible, while
always keeping in mind the larger
context, the interrelated organic
systems within the body that dental
care is inseparably part of. Ozone
treatment therapy is only one part
of our approach to safe and
comfortable dentistry experience.
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