At our dental practice, we emphasize a holistic approach that takes into account not only your teeth and gums but also your overall health. That’s why we frequently use methods from biological dentistry. One of these is ozone therapy—a gentle yet extremely effective procedure for disinfection and promoting healing.
During ozone treatment, we introduce small amounts of ozone gas into the treatment area. The ozone penetrates even hard-to-reach areas, where it kills viruses, bacteria, and fungi. This allows us to achieve a sterile environment without damaging the body’s own tissues. At the same time, it improves blood circulation and supports wound healing.
During a personal consultation, your dentist will be happy to explain how ozone therapy works and whether this gentle procedure is suitable for your dental treatment.
When is ozone therapy at the dentist recommended?
The range of applications for ozone in dentistry is very broad. In Zurich, for example, we use this method during surgical procedures such as tooth extractions and implant placements to disinfect the wound site and support healing.
Ozone gas can effectively eliminate bacteria from carious areas, gum pockets, and inflamed areas. Ozone is also a valuable tool in root canal treatment, as it penetrates even the finest root canals and removes bacteria from them.
Ozone therapy also has a prophylactic effect against conditions such as tooth decay or periodontitis, which are associated with bacterial infection. In cases of advanced disease, ozone gas can be used as an adjunct to kill any remaining bacteria during the course of treatment for tooth decay or periodontitis.
How does ozone therapy work?
Dental treatment with ozone in Zurich usually proceeds much like a standard dental procedure. Beforehand, your dentist will discuss with you whether ozone therapy is appropriate as part of your treatment and what benefits they expect from it.
Typically, the dentist begins with the standard procedure—such as removing tooth decay, performing root canal treatment, or extracting a tooth. The inflamed areas or tooth roots are first cleaned manually before the dentist proceeds to administer ozone treatment.
To do this, they seal the tooth airtight and then introduce ozone gas or ozonated water into the treatment area. There, the ozone spreads into even the finest fissures and canals. The effect sets in within a few seconds, allowing the dentist to immediately continue treating the affected tooth.
Are there any risks associated with ozone therapy?
Dental treatment with ozone is a proven and gentle procedure with no side effects. In dentistry, we work with precisely dosed ozone gas derived from medical-grade oxygen. The gas produced in this way is free of harmful substances and completely safe for the human body.
In cases of increased sensitivity, irritation of the respiratory tract may occur, which is why we do not recommend ozone therapy for patients with asthma.
The method has certain limitations. In cases of advanced tooth decay or extensive bacterial infection, ozone therapy is usually not suitable as the sole treatment. However, depending on the circumstances, your dentist may still recommend ozone therapy as a complementary treatment to support the healing process.
FAQ
In dentistry, ozone therapy refers to the use of ozone for disinfection and to promote healing. During treatment, ozone gas or ozonated water is directed to the treatment areas to eliminate germs. This often makes it possible to reduce or completely avoid the use of antibiotics.
Ozone therapy is a gentle, well-tolerated, and pain-free method for disinfection and promoting healing. Without the use of medications—and the side effects associated with them—we achieve effective germ reduction.
Ozone gas also reaches areas that are difficult or impossible to access manually. This helps ensure that no bacteria remain in wounds, gum pockets, or deeper cavities.
We use ozone therapy in Zurich for disinfection, cleansing, and to support healing in a wide range of treatments. Proven areas of application include, for example, root canal treatments, cavities, gum pockets, and fungal infections in the oral cavity. Ozone gas can also help stop bleeding and promote healing during surgical procedures such as wisdom tooth extraction or dental implant placement.
Thanks to its antibacterial effect, ozone treatment can help prevent tooth decay. The method can also be used in the early stages of tooth decay to effectively kill existing bacteria.
If the tooth decay is already more advanced, there is usually no way around more extensive dental treatment. The damaged portions are removed and the tooth is restored with a filling. However, ozone therapy can also be used here to help combat infection.
Ozone treatment for disinfection and to promote healing is completely painless. In general, at our dental practice in Zurich, we strive to provide pain-free treatment with the greatest possible comfort for our patients.