Biological sea salt sandblasting is a technology that has been gradually applied in oral cleaning and periodontal care in recent years. It mainly uses high-pressure airflow to spray fine sea salt particles onto the surface of teeth and gums to remove dental plaque, pigment deposition and soft scale. This method has attracted attention because of its gentle operation, low irritation and good bactericidal effect. This article aims to explore the potential role and effect of biological sea salt sandblasting in the treatment of periodontitis, and analyze its practical application value in the periodontal disease management system in combination with current research and clinical observations.
1. Pathogenesis and treatment goals of periodontitis
Periodontitis is a chronic, progressive inflammatory disease that destroys periodontal tissues. It is caused by long-term stimulation of microorganisms in dental plaque, leading to gingival inflammation, alveolar bone resorption, periodontal pocket formation and tooth loosening. The main goals of its treatment are to control infection, eliminate inflammation, stop disease progression and restore the function of periodontal supporting tissues .
Traditional treatments rely mainly on:
① Mechanical removal (such as supragingival scaling and subgingival scraping)
② Local and systemic drug treatment (such as antibacterial agents, anti-inflammatory drugs)
③Surgical intervention (such as flap surgery)
With the improvement of minimally invasive concepts and patient comfort, biological sea salt sandblasting has gradually entered the field of periodontal treatment as a supplementary cleaning method.
2. Principles and characteristics of biological sea salt sandblasting technology
The working medium used in biological sea salt sandblasting is natural fine sea salt particles , whose particle size is usually below 40μm. The sandblasting equipment uses compressed air or water to spray salt particles at high speed onto the tooth surface and gum edge, achieving the effect of removing dental plaque, pigments and mild tartar.
Its main features include:
The particles are soft and not easy to damage tooth enamel and gum tissue
It has a strong antibacterial and antimicrobial effect, which helps to reduce the bacterial load in the oral cavity
High cleaning efficiency, comfortable operation, suitable for supragingival and shallow subgingival areas
Compared with traditional manual scaling or ultrasonic cleaning, sea salt sandblasting can effectively remove early plaque and surface contaminants without damaging the teeth and gums .
3. Mechanism of action of biological sea salt sandblasting on periodontitis
Although sea salt sandblasting cannot replace deep scaling, it has important auxiliary value in early periodontitis, chronic gingivitis or as a maintenance treatment. Its mechanism of action is mainly reflected in the following aspects:
Removes plaque and early stage plaque
Sea salt particles can destroy the plaque structure under high-speed spraying, especially the biofilm attached to the gingival margin, which helps to interrupt the continuous stimulation of the inflammatory source.
Improve periodontal pocket microenvironment
For shallow periodontal pockets (less than 4 mm in depth), sandblasting can reduce the number of pathogenic bacteria, inhibit the growth of anaerobic bacteria, and reduce inflammatory indicators .
Assist in inhibiting oral pH changes and slowing down plaque regeneration
The sodium, calcium, and magnesium ions in sea salt have a significant regulatory effect on the oral environment and are beneficial to maintaining the balance of oral microecology.
High postoperative comfort and improved patient compliance
Compared with traditional subgingival scaling, sea salt sandblasting is less painful and is conducive to establishing good doctor-patient interaction and long-term maintenance plans.
4. Clinical Research and Application Observation
There are still relatively few systematic studies on biological sea salt sandblasting for the treatment of periodontitis, but several clinical observations have shown that it has a good effect in maintenance treatment:
①. A dental medical center conducted a group experiment on 80 patients with periodontitis. One group only underwent traditional ultrasonic scaling, and the other group used sea salt sandblasting after scaling . The results showed that in the sandblasting group, the gingival bleeding index (GBI) and periodontal pocket depth (PD) decreased more significantly at the 4th and 8th weeks after treatment, and the plaque index (PI) was more stably controlled.
② Other studies have found that biological sea salt sandblasting can significantly reduce gum redness and swelling and bad breath in patients with initial periodontal disease , helping patients perceive the effectiveness of treatment earlier and increasing their motivation to continue treatment.
5. Scope of application and taboos of biological sea salt sandblasting
Applies to:
①. Patients with mild to moderate periodontitis as an auxiliary cleaning method for initial diagnosis
② Maintenance cleaning after periodontal treatment
③. People with sensitive gums and intolerance to traditional cleaning instruments
④. For those with pigmentation and dietary stains, dental surface cosmetic cleaning
Not suitable for:
① Severe periodontitis, requiring deep subgingival scaling and surgical treatment
②. People with active gingival bleeding and acute oral infection
③ Patients who are allergic to salt or have hypertension, heart and kidney diseases and restrict sodium intake (need to be evaluated)
6. Effect of combination with other adjuvant therapies
Biological sea salt sandblasting can be used as part of a comprehensive treatment strategy and is more effective when combined with the following measures:
①. Combined with antibacterial mouthwash (such as chlorhexidine), it can enhance the bactericidal effect after cleaning
②. Combined with laser irradiation or photodynamic therapy, it helps to further inhibit residual pathogenic bacteria
③. Regular sandblasting and cleaning every 3-6 months during the maintenance period can help maintain periodontal stability and delay recurrence of the disease.
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As a non-invasive and comfortable oral cleaning technology, biological sea salt sandblasting has great application value in the early intervention and maintenance treatment of periodontitis. It helps control the development of periodontitis by effectively removing dental plaque and soft scale, improving the local microenvironment and inhibiting bacteria. It should be noted that this technology is not a single solution for the treatment of periodontal disease, and it cannot replace subgingival scaling or surgical treatment. Patients should make a reasonable choice based on their own condition under the guidance of a professional doctor, combined with systematic treatment, oral hygiene management and regular review, in order to achieve the goal of effective control and long-term stability.