How can I keep it away?
Maintain good oral home care Following some basic oral hygiene guidelines at home can help prevent periodontal disease. You should brush your teeth at least twice a day and clean between your teeth (with floss or interdental cleaners) once a day to help remove plaque and food debris that toothbrushes may not reach. Your dental professional may also recommend the daily use of an antimicrobial mouth rinse.
Always follow up Once you receive an initial treatment for periodontal disease and the infection has been treated, continuous professional care known as periodontal maintenance should be performed. As the bacteria that cause periodontal disease are persistent, the infection can return.
Keep your scheduled appointments If you have received treatment for periodontal disease, please be sure to make-and keep your follow-up dental appointments for periodontal maintenance, so you maintain healthy gums and teeth. It is important for dental professionals to re-examine your gums, make sure the infection is under control, and measure the success of your treatment.
When surgery becomes necessary If periodontal disease is more serious and Adriatic Dental determines that ARESTIN® (minocycline hydrochloride) Microspheres, 1 mg plus scaling and root planing (SRP) will not eliminate the infection and reduce pocket depth, surgery may be necessary. Periodontal surgery may have to be performed, especially when teeth are loose or have fallen out.
