AirFlow hygiene
Sandy, Bedfordshire
A dental hygiene appointment is more than just a cleaning – it’s an essential part of maintaining your oral health. At Aura Dental, our hygiene services go beyond the basics to ensure your teeth and gums stay healthy, fresh, and free of harmful plaque and tartar buildup.
What is AirFlow?
AirFlow is a professional dental cleaning method that uses a controlled jet of air, warm water, and ultrafine powder to disrupt and remove dental biofilm and surface staining from tooth surfaces. It is applied above and below the gumline and around appliances such as braces, implants, and restorations.
What is GBT (Guided Biofilm Therapy)?
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is a structured, evidence-based hygiene protocol for managing dental biofilm. It sequences plaque disclosure to map where biofilm is present, gentle AirFlow with low-abrasive powder to remove biofilm and surface stains, targeted ultrasonic instrumentation for any remaining deposits, and final verification with personalised home-care guidance.
Guided Biofilm Therapy — The Machine
A closer look at the device that delivers a warm water mist and low-abrasive powder to gently disrupt biofilm.
Benefits of AirFlow hygiene
Deep cleaning
AirFlow removes biofilm and soft plaque above and below the gumline, and around braces, implants and bridges, far beyond what brushing can reach.
Gum disease prevention
Regular AirFlow hygiene disrupts the biofilm that drives gingivitis and periodontitis, helping protect your gums and keep pockets stable.
A brighter smile
Lifts tea, coffee, wine and smoking stains for a naturally brighter, smoother finish—without harsh polishing.
Fresher breath
Reduces odour-causing bacteria so your mouth feels cleaner and fresher for longer.
What is GBT AirFlow process?
We reveal where biofilm sits on teeth and gums so cleaning is targeted.
Quick explanation of what we’ll treat and the areas to focus on.
A warm water, air and ultrafine powder jet removes biofilm and surface stains above/below the gumline and around braces/implants.
Targeted ultrasonic for any remaining deposits, polish, and a brief check with tailored home-care tips.
Scale & polish vs. AirFlow hygiene
Both treatments clean your teeth and support gum health, but they work in different ways:
Yes. The warm water stream is kinder for sensitivity and the fine jet cleans around braces, retainers, implants and bridges very precisely.
Typically 30–45 minutes, depending on staining and build-up. Your hygienist will advise if more time is needed.
AirFlow uses a warm water, air and ultrafine powder jet to disrupt biofilm and lift stains; scale & polish removes hard tartar (calculus) with ultrasonic/hand instruments. We can combine both where needed.
It removes surface stains (tea, coffee, wine, smoking), so teeth often look brighter. It doesn’t change the natural shade like whitening does.
Most patients benefit every 3–6 months. If you have gum concerns, braces or higher stain build-up, your hygienist may recommend more frequent visits.