Erase years of coffee and wine in 20 minutes. The Summary: You might not need whitening. You might just need a better clean. Airflow polishing blasts away stubborn dietary stains that brushing can't touch, restoring your teeth to their natural brilliance instantly without harsh chemicals.
Airflow (often referred to clinically as Guided Biofilm Therapy or GBT) is an advanced hygiene treatment that removes biofilm (plaque bacteria) and surface stains without direct contact from metal tools.
Instead of scraping your teeth, the device projects a controlled stream of:
This "jet wash" knocks away sticky plaque and unsightly stains from coffee, tea, and red wine, reaching deep into pockets and between teeth that brushes can't reach.
Because it is so gentle, Airflow is the gold standard for:
Traditional scaling uses ultrasonic vibration and hand tools to chip off hard tartar. While effective, it can be uncomfortable.
Airflow focuses on the biofilm, the sticky layer of bacteria that causes gum disease. By removing the biofilm first with Airflow, we reduce the need for aggressive scraping. You spend less time in the chair, and the time you do spend is significantly more comfortable.
| The Benefits (Pros) | The Considerations (Cons) |
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Painless Experience Using warm water and air eliminates the sensitivity and vibration of traditional ultrasonic scalers. |
Does Not Remove Hard Tartar If you have old, calcified tartar (calculus), some minor hand scaling may still be required after the Airflow. |
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Instant Stain Removal It instantly blasts away coffee, tea, wine, and tobacco stains that normal brushing cannot shift. |
Cost Because it uses specialized powders and equipment, it is often a private upgrade and may cost more than a standard scale & polish. |
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Safe for Implants & Veneers The soft powder polishes porcelain and titanium without scratching the surface. |
Messy Spray While we use suction, the fine mist can sometimes get on your face (we provide protective glasses and drapes). |
Airflow is actually part of a larger, modern cleaning standard called Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT). Here is exactly what happens during your appointmenttep by stepyou know there is nothing to fear.
Step 1: The Reveal (Disclosing)First, we apply a harmless purple dye to your teeth. This might sound strange, but it is a game-changer. The dye stains the "Biofilm" (invisible bacteria) a bright color. This shows you exactly where you are missing when you brush, and it shows us exactly where to clean. There is no guessing.
Step 2: The Airflow Wash: We use the Airflow device to gently wash away the purple dye, the plaque, and the surface stains. It feels like a warm, high-pressure shower for your gums.
Step 3: The "Soft" Scaling: Because the Airflow has already removed 90% of the deposits, we only use the metal scaler for hard tartar that is stuck to the tooth. This reduces the time spent "scraping" by huge margins.
Step 4: The Final Check: We check that all the purple dye is gone. If the purple is gone, the bacteria is gone. You leave with a 100% clean mouth.
We surveyed our patients who switched to Airflow, and they refuse to go back to the "old way." Here is why:
If you answer "Yes" to any of the following, Airflow is the specific treatment you should request:
Does it whiten teeth? Airflow is not a chemical bleach, so it won't change your natural tooth shade. However, by removing dark brown and yellow surface stains, it reveals the natural brightness of your enamel, often making teeth look significantly whiter instantly.
Does it taste bad? In the past, these machines used sodium bicarbonate (salt), which tasted gritty. Modern Airflow uses Erythritol, a sugar alcohol that is actually good for your teeth. It has a sweet taste and a texture as fine as icing sugar.
Is it safe for gums? Yes. In fact, it is safer than scraping. The spray can reach 4mm deep into gum pockets to flush out bacteria without inserting a metal tool, promoting faster healing of gum disease (Gingivitis).
Experience the difference of modern dental hygiene. Once you try Airflow, you will never want to go back to a traditional cleaning again.
Book your Airflow appointment today and leave with a brighter, fresher smile.
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