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79. Is It Time to Rethink Your Hygiene Protocol? | The Science, the Clinical Experience and why Guided Biofilm Therapy is Transforming Preventive Dentistry with Celso De Costa
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is changing the way many oral health therapists, dental hygienists and dentists approach prevention- but what is it, and why are so many clinicians making the switch? In this episode of Talk Dental To Me , I'm joined by Celso, Chief Marketing Officer at EMS Dental, for an open conversation about the evolution of preventive dentistry. I share my personal experience transitioning to the GBT protocol, why I decided to make the change, how it has transformed my appointments, and the impact I've seen on both patient experience and clinical outcomes. From there, Celso dives into the science behind Guided Biofilm Therapy - what it is, how it differs from traditional approaches to biofilm management, and why understanding the distinction matters for both clinicians and patients. Whether you're curious about implementing GBT in your practice, wanting to better understand the evidence behind the protocol, or simply interested in where preventive dentistry is heading, this episode will give you practical insights and plenty to think about. In this episode, we discuss: Why more clinicians are adopting Guided Biofilm Therapy What GBT actually is (and what it isn't) The key differences between traditional scaling and the GBT protocol How GBT can improve the patient experience Clinical workflow, efficiency and practice implementation Common misconceptions about GBT Practical advice for clinicians considering the transition Whether you're an Oral Health Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Dentist , Dental Therapist or Dental Student, this conversation will help you better understand one of the biggest shifts happening in preventive dentistry. LINKS: Learn more about EMS Dental and GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy Scientific Evidence Library Book a Swiss Dental Academy In-Practice Training (Australia) Follow Celso de Costa Follow Emma Cubis Sign up to Talk Dental to me CPD Membership On-Demand, 24+ hours annually






