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A modern, pain-free approach to hygiene care
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT®) is the latest innovation in professional dental cleaning, offering a highly effective yet gentle way to remove plaque, tartar, and stains. Using advanced Airflow technology and a special disclosing dye, GBT® targets harmful biofilm with pinpoint accuracy – even in areas traditional cleaning tools can miss.
This precision-focused, pain-free treatment is suitable for everyone, and especially beneficial if you wear braces, have dental implants, or are managing gum disease. At Oswyn House Dental Practice, we use GBT® as part of a preventative approach to help keep your teeth and gums in optimal condition between check-ups.
What are the benefits?
GBT® offers a comfortable, advanced cleaning experience with long-lasting oral health benefits.
Pain-free and gentle – No scraping or harsh instruments — just a smooth, comfortable clean.
Targets plaque precisely – Disclosing dye highlights biofilm for a more focused and effective treatment.
Ideal for sensitive mouths – Perfect if you have braces, implants, gum disease, or dental anxiety.
Our Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT®) process
1.
Book Your Oral Health Assessment
Start by scheduling your appointment at a convenient time.
Book appointment2.
Disclose
A dye makes hidden biofilm visible so it can be fully removed.
3.
Motivate & Educate
We’ll show you where to improve and which tools to use for better home care.
4.
AIRFLOW™ Max
Warm water, air, and gentle PLUS powder remove stains and biofilm from teeth, gums, implants, and tongue.
5.
PERIOFLOW™
EMS PERIOFLOW™ technology is specially designed to remove biofilm from deep gum and implant pockets.
6.
PIEZON™
Targeted removal of calculus with EMS PIEZON™ PS technology. Treatment is pain free and gentle.
7.
Quality Control and Fluoridation
We check everything is spotless, then strengthen your teeth with fluoride.
8.
Ongoing Care
Healthy teeth = healthy body. Book your next visit to stay on track.
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT®) Fees
| Treatment | Private | Member |
|---|
| Traditional hygiene appointment (30 minutes) | £60.00 | £60.00** |
|---|---|---|
| Routine GBT® hygiene appointment (30 minutes) | £84 | £84** |
| Initial traditional hygiene appointment (40 minutes) | £80 | £80** |
| Initial GBT® hygiene appointment (40 minutes) | £112 | £112** |
Your frequently asked questions
GBT® is a modern, gentle, and highly effective professional cleaning technique that removes biofilm (plaque), tartar, and stains from your teeth and gums. It combines airflow, ultrasonic cleaning, and polishing for a thorough, comfortable clean.
GBT® is more advanced than traditional scaling. It targets biofilm precisely without damaging enamel or gums, uses air polishing for stain and plaque removal, provides a visual assessment of biofilm before and after treatment using disclosing agents, so you can see the results, and often feels more comfortable than traditional scaling.
Yes. GBT® is safe for most patients, including those with sensitive teeth, implants, crowns, bridges, and orthodontic appliances. Your hygienist will assess your oral health and tailor the treatment to your needs.
GBT® is generally pain-free. Some patients feel mild sensitivity if gums are inflamed, but this is much less discomforting than conventional scaling.
Most sessions take 30–60 minutes, depending on the complexity of the case and whether any additional treatments, such as fluoride application, are included.
For optimal results, most patients benefit from a session every 3–6 months, depending on their oral health, risk of gum disease, and lifestyle factors such as diet and smoking.
Yes. GBT® removes harmful biofilm and reduces inflammation, helping to prevent or manage gingivitis and periodontitis. It’s a key part of maintaining healthy gums.
GBT® removes surface stains from coffee, tea, wine, and smoking, so your teeth often look brighter and cleaner after treatment. For deeper whitening, professional bleaching may still be required.
Maintain good oral hygiene at home: brush twice daily and clean between your teeth, avoid staining foods or drinks for a few hours if polishing was done, and attend regular check-ups to maintain your results.
Yes. GBT® is gentle and suitable for children old enough to cooperate with the procedure. It’s an excellent way to start good oral hygiene habits early.
Yes. By removing biofilm and bacteria, GBT® significantly reduces sources of bad breath.