ANTIBIOTIC TREATMENT

Direct delivery of antibiotics to the gum surface has the advantage of not affecting the rest of the body.  In the case of scaling and root planing procedures, topical gels and direct delivery methods tend to be preferred over their oral counterparts. The following are some of the most commonly used direct delivery antibiotics:

• PerioChip® –
  After root planing, a chip is placed into the actual gum pocket as part of the procedure. Chlorhexidine, an antibacterial antiseptic, is slowly released by PerioChip®. In most cases, PerioChip® reduces pocket depth in patients suffering from periodontitis.
• Arestin® –
  After scaling and root planing, this Minocycline antibiotic is administered in the form of mini capsules into the gums.
• Atridox® –
  In order to ensure the best results, this doxycycline gel conforms to the contours of gum surfaces and solidifies on top of them. This gel gradually releases the antibiotic medication over a period of several days.
• Actisite® –
  This thin strip contains tetracycline hydrochloride, which is similar to dental floss. In order to kill bacteria and reduce the depth of gum pockets, the thread is temporarily placed between the tooth and gum. For an enhanced effect of antibiotics, several threads may be placed for a period of approximately 10 days.
• Elyzol® –
  The metronidazole antibiotic is available in the form of a gel and a strip. Due to its ability to destroy parasites as well as oral bacteria, it is unique.

It is usually possible to observe noticeable periodontal improvements following the administration of systemic or oral antibiotics. In order to aid in the healing of your periodontal disease, your periodontist or dentist will incorporate and recommend the necessary antibiotic treatments.

Ask your dentist if you have any questions regarding periodontal disease or antibiotic treatments.