Ozone for Cavities
& Sensitivity
Ozone therapy is a breakthrough in biological dentistry that allows us to treat early cavities and severe tooth sensitivity without drilling or toxic chemicals. We provide ozone cavity cleansing, caries arrest, and sensitivity treatments to disinfect, remineralize, and protect teeth naturally. At Collective Health Society in Centennial, CO, we use energized oxygen (O3) to heal teeth from the inside out, offering gentle, drill-free solutions for patients of all ages across the Denver Metro area.
Drill-Free Relief
0
Drills or injections needed for early cavity arrest.
100%
Biocompatible, non-toxic, and safe for children and adults.
60
Seconds of application time to effectively neutralize bacteria.
Reversing Decay Naturally
Cavities are caused by acid-producing bacteria that live in the microscopic pores (tubules) of your teeth. Traditional dentistry treats this by drilling away the diseased tooth structure and placing a filling. Biological dentistry asks: Can we kill the bacteria and heal the tooth instead?
Ozone gas is uniquely capable of penetrating these microscopic tubules. It instantly destroys the cavity-causing bacteria and neutralizes their acidic waste. Once the environment is clean and alkaline, your saliva and our remineralizing agents can naturally harden and rebuild the tooth structure. This approach:
- Halts early decay without the drill
- Instantly seals nerve endings to stop sensitivity
- Preserves natural, healthy tooth structure
- Is completely painless and non-invasive
We serve patients from across Denver who want to save their enamel and experience truly conservative care.
Benefits of
Ozone Application
Drill-Free Dentistry
For many small cavities, ozone application means no noise, no vibration, and no anesthetic shots. It’s a completely comfortable alternative to the traditional dental drill.
Instant Sensitivity Relief
Ozone naturally triggers the calcification of porous enamel and dentin. If you suffer from sharp pain when drinking hot or cold liquids, ozone can seal those pathways instantly.
Pediatric Friendly
Because the process is quick, painless, and requires no needles, it is perfect for treating children’s early cavities, completely changing their perspective of visiting the dentist.
Applications in Our Clinic
From ozone cavity cleansing and caries arrest to advanced sensitivity treatments, ozone gas is incredibly versatile for naturally disinfecting, remineralizing, and protecting your teeth.
Early Cavity Arrest
By exposing incipient (early) cavities to ozone, we can kill the bacteria and harden the soft enamel, stopping the decay in its tracks before a filling is needed.
Deep Decay Disinfection
Used before placing any filling to ensure the tooth is completely sterile. This prevents recurrent decay and is crucial for avoiding root canals on deep cavities.
Desensitizing Exposed Roots
Gum recession leaves the sensitive roots of teeth exposed. Ozone gas hardens these surfaces instantly, providing profound relief from temperature sensitivity.
Pediatric Sealant Alternative
Instead of sealing grooves with BPA-laden plastics, we use ozone to sterilize the deep fissures of molars, followed by a biological remineralizing agent to protect them naturally.
Crown Preparation
We sterilize the tooth structure with ozone before cementing a new crown. This eliminates sensitivity and ensures a pathogen-free seal for long-term success.
White Spot Lesions
Chalky white spots (decalcification) often seen after braces can be treated with ozone to kill trapped bacteria and improve the enamel's strength and appearance.
Fissure Sterilization
Ozone gas effortlessly penetrates the microscopic pits and grooves on the biting surfaces of teeth, cleaning areas where even the finest toothbrush bristles cannot reach.
SMART Amalgam Removal
After removing toxic mercury fillings, the underlying tooth is often compromised. We use ozone to disinfect and strengthen the dentin before placing a new biocompatible restoration.
The Ozone
Process
Diagnosis & Detection
We use digital x-rays and careful visual inspection to identify areas of early decay or root exposure that would benefit from ozone therapy.
Cleaning the Surface
The target tooth is gently cleaned of any surface plaque or food debris, ensuring the ozone gas can penetrate directly into the enamel tubules.
Ozone Application
A specialized, comfortable handpiece delivers a controlled flow of ozone gas directly to the tooth for about 60 seconds. You feel no pain or vibration.
Remineralization
After the bacteria are eliminated, we apply biocompatible minerals to the tooth. Without the acidic bacteria present, these minerals effectively harden and seal the surface.
