Ozone Therapy FAQ

Is ozone therapy safe for dental use?

Yes. Dental ozone is generated on demand from medical-grade oxygen, applied in low concentrations directly to the treatment site, and converts back to oxygen within minutes rather than remaining in the body. Mint Dental Loft applies it as gas, ozonated water, or ozonated oil depending on whether the target is a cavity, a periodontal pocket, or a root canal system.

Does ozone therapy hurt?

No. Ozone is delivered as a gas or a rinse and requires no drilling, injection, or anesthetic, so there is nothing to feel beyond a faint chlorine-like smell. A typical ozone application at Mint Dental Loft takes 30 to 60 seconds per site.

Can ozone therapy replace fillings?

Ozone can arrest early enamel and dentin decay that has not yet cavitated, killing bacteria in the lesion so the tooth can remineralize with fluoride or calcium phosphate. Once decay has broken through into a physical cavity the lost structure cannot regrow, and Mint Dental Loft restores it with a filling, inlay, or crown.

Is ozone therapy good for gum disease?

Yes. Ozonated water flushed into periodontal pockets kills the anaerobic bacteria that drive gum disease and reaches surfaces instruments cannot fully clean. Mint Dental Loft uses ozone alongside scaling and root planing rather than in place of it, because hardened tartar still has to be physically removed.

Is ozone therapy safe for children?

Yes. Ozone involves no antibiotics, no mercury, and no anesthetic, which makes it well suited to pediatric patients and to arresting early decay in baby teeth before it requires drilling. Mint Dental Loft uses the same low concentrations applied to adults, with shorter application times.

Will insurance cover ozone therapy?

Ozone therapy has no dedicated dental insurance code, so it is generally not reimbursed as a standalone treatment. Mint Dental Loft applies it as an adjunct during procedures that are covered, such as fillings, cleanings, and periodontal therapy, and confirms any added cost before treatment begins.

How do I know if ozone therapy is right for me?

A comprehensive exam at Mint Dental Loft determines whether ozone will help, based on whether you have early non-cavitated decay, active periodontal pockets, or a root canal requiring disinfection. Call (626) 639-8618 to schedule an evaluation.