There are a few steps that are covered during every trip to the dentist, including identifying the problem areas, visualizing the problem, and then eliminating the problem. But there is one infection elimination technique that dentists can incorporate into that cycle, but many do not use, according to Philip Mollica, DMD, who spoke at the Updates in Contemporary Dentistry Meeting.
Dr. Mollica told the audience in attendance that they should consider incorporating ozone into the elimination portion of their routine examination.
Clinical Application of the Closed Sandwich Technique in a Class II Restoration
A 22-year-old patient presented with extensive decay in several teeth. As a professional rower, her heavy use of sports drinks for electrolyte and hydration management during training had led to this high-risk caries status. On advice, she has replaced the sports drinks with plain water and now uses solid sources to meet her electrolyte and energy requirements.
To manage the biofilm imbalance and help in the reestablishment of a healthy biofilm, she has also commenced a treatment program using the CariFree (Oral BioTech) range of pH elevation products.
A 22-year-old patient presented with extensive decay in several teeth. As a professional rower, her heavy use of sports drinks for electrolyte and hydration management during training had led to this high-risk caries status. On advice, she has replaced the sports drinks with plain water and now uses solid sources to meet her electrolyte and energy requirements.
To manage the biofilm imbalance and help in the reestablishment of a healthy biofilm, she has also commenced a treatment program using the CariFree (Oral BioTech) range of pH elevation products.
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