Learn more about ozone therapy in dentistry and how it can benefit your treatment.

Ozone Therapy

Ozone therapy is one of the ways we support your overall health while delivering precise, effective dental care. At Shank Dental Care in Lafayette, LA, we use ozone, a naturally occurring form of oxygen, to help disinfect, reduce inflammation, and promote healing in a wide range of procedures.

What Is Ozone and How Does It Work?

Ozone is a highly active form of oxygen that occurs naturally in the atmosphere. It has been studied for decades for its ability to fight bacteria and support healing.

Dr. Shank uses ozone gas and ozonated water, depending on the treatment. Whether we use it during a filling, cleaning, or surgical procedure, ozone can eliminate harmful bacteria, viruses, and fungi without synthetic chemicals or antibiotics. This, in turn, creates a cleaner environment in the mouth while supporting your body's natural healing processes.

Why We Use Ozone Therapy at Shank Dental

Patients often ask what makes ozone therapy beneficial. Here's how it supports your dental care:

Effective Disinfection

Ozone helps disinfect the treatment area, whether it's a cavity, gum pocket, or extraction site, by reducing harmful bacteria without harsh chemicals or antibiotics.

More Natural Healing

By improving blood flow and helping cells heal faster, ozone supports more comfortable recovery after surgical procedures like extractions or implant placement.

Reduced Inflammation

Ozone's antimicrobial properties help reduce bacteria that contribute to inflammation and post-treatment discomfort, making recovery more comfortable for many patients.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I feel when ozone is used during my treatment?

Most patients don't feel anything unusual when we use ozone during their dental treatment. The experience is generally comfortable and unobtrusive.

During Your Treatment

If we're using ozonated water during a cleaning or gum treatment, it feels similar to regular water irrigation. You might notice a slight fizzy sensation, but it's gentle and not uncomfortable. Some patients describe a clean, fresh feeling afterward.

When we apply ozone gas directly to a tooth or treatment site, you typically won't feel anything at all. The gas is odorless at the concentrations we use in dentistry, and the application takes just a few seconds. There's no heat, no stinging, and no discomfort.

What You Might Notice

Occasionally, patients notice a faint, clean scent similar to the smell after a rainstorm; that's ozone's natural characteristic. It's not unpleasant and dissipates quickly.

After Your Treatment

One of the benefits patients often mention is what they don't feel after treatment. Because ozone helps reduce bacteria and inflammation, many people experience less post-treatment sensitivity or discomfort compared to previous dental experiences without ozone.

If you have concerns about sensitivity or want to know precisely when we will use ozone during your appointment, Dr. Shank will walk you through each step beforehand. Our goal is to make sure you're comfortable and informed throughout your visit.

Please call Shank Dental Care in Lafayette, LA, at (337) 235-8902 to schedule your next appointment.

How Ozone Enhances Dental Care

At Shank Dental Care, we use ozone in gas and water form to complement a variety of treatments:

Ozonated water is used during cleanings or gum treatments to irrigate and disinfect below the gumline
Ozone gas can be applied directly to a tooth before placing a filling, after a tooth extraction, or during surgical and restorative procedures.

When used properly, ozone is safe and well-tolerated. with no adverse side effects.

If you’re interested in a more natural approach to routine cleanings or want to understand how ozone works after a complex procedure, we'll explain when and how we might use it in your treatment plan.

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Dr. Taylor Shank

Dr. Taylor Shank was born and raised in Lafayette, and he considers himself blessed to be able to serve the community he knows and loves. Dr. Shank is a graduate of St. Thomas More High School, UL Lafayette, and the LSU School of Dentistry.

Dr. Shank started his practice because he was unhappy with the profit-driven high-volume model that has become so common in the medical and dental fields. Dr. Shank saw the need to provide dental services for those patients looking for more holistic and minimally invasive treatment options. He ...

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Patient-Centered Dentistry in Lafayette, LA

Many patients across Louisiana choose Shank Dental Care because they're seeking dental care that aligns with how they care for the rest of their health. Ozone therapy is one of the tools we use to meet that need.

We welcome you to call our Lafayette dental office today at (337) 235-8902 to schedule your appointment or learn more about how ozone therapy can benefit you. We serve patients across Louisiana, including those traveling from New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, and beyond.

Ozone Therapy Technology

Ozone Generators

These systems produce ozonated water and ozone gas used throughout treatment to disinfect cavities, irrigate gum pockets, and sterilize surgical sites. Ozone's natural antimicrobial properties reduce harmful bacteria without harsh chemicals or antibiotics, supporting cleaner treatment sites, faster healing, and better integration with your body's natural immune response.

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