The Application of Ozone in Dentistry: A Systematic Review of Literature

In the era of antibiotic resistance, we need a naturally occurring substance like Ozone to treat infection without any toxic side effects. Interest of Ozone use in Medicine and Dentistry is due to its Anti-microbial, Disinfectant, Biocompatibility and Healing properties. Since ozone is a powerful oxidizer, it effectively kills Bacteria, Fungi, Viruses and Parasites. Ozone therapy has opened new vistas in treatment modalities of Dental pathologies for patients of all ages. It is used for treatment of early carious lesions, sterilization of cavities, disinfection of root canals, periodontal pockets, bleaching of discolored teeth, desensitization of extremely sensitive teeth, periimplantitis, enhancing epithelial wound healing, as a denture cleaner and decontamination of tooth brush. Scientific support for Ozone therapy presents a potential for a traumatic, biologically-based treatment for conditions encountered in Dental practice. The purpose of this article is to summarise the mechanism of action and different modalities of Ozone therapy in the practice of Dentistry.