ARESTIN® Gum Treatment

Target Bacteria Below the Gumline With ARESTIN®

Gum disease can create deep spaces between your teeth and gums where harmful bacteria are difficult to remove with brushing and flossing alone. At Henrietta Family Dental, Dr. Ihab Soliman may recommend ARESTIN® gum treatment in Rochester, New York, as part of periodontal care when additional treatment is needed after scaling and root planing.

ARESTIN is a locally applied antibiotic placed directly into infected periodontal pockets. It is used with scaling and root planing to help reduce periodontal pocket depth and target bacteria that may remain after a deep cleaning. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

If you have bleeding gums, persistent bad breath or other signs of gum disease, call 585-424-3310 to schedule an evaluation with our dentist.

What Is ARESTIN Gum Treatment?

ARESTIN® contains minocycline, an antibiotic delivered in tiny microspheres directly into affected gum pockets. Rather than taking an antibiotic by mouth, ARESTIN allows medication to be placed at the site where periodontal bacteria are being treated. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

The treatment is used as an adjunct to scaling and root planing for patients with periodontal disease. Scaling and root planing removes plaque and hardened tartar from below the gumline and smooths the tooth roots. ARESTIN may then be placed into specific periodontal pockets where Dr. Soliman determines additional antibacterial treatment is appropriate. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Why Is ARESTIN Used With Scaling and Root Planing?

Scaling and root planing is an important nonsurgical treatment for gum disease, but bacteria can remain in areas that are difficult to reach mechanically. ARESTIN is designed to complement scaling and root planing by delivering an antibiotic directly into affected periodontal pockets. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

For appropriate patients, combining these treatments may help:

• Reduce the depth of periodontal pockets
• Target bacteria remaining in infected gum pockets
• Support ongoing periodontal therapy
• Improve the effectiveness of a comprehensive gum disease treatment plan

ARESTIN is not a replacement for professional periodontal treatment or good oral hygiene. Dr. Ihab Soliman will determine whether it is appropriate as part of your individual care plan.

Signs You May Need Gum Disease Treatment

Periodontal disease can progress without causing significant discomfort, which makes professional evaluation important. Signs that may indicate a need for periodontal care include:

• Bleeding gums
• Red or swollen gums
• Persistent bad breath
• Receding gums
• Loose teeth
• Deep spaces or pockets between the teeth and gums

These symptoms do not automatically mean you need ARESTIN. Dr. Soliman will examine your gums and determine which periodontal treatment is appropriate for your condition. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

What to Expect During ARESTIN Treatment

ARESTIN is placed directly into periodontal pockets after scaling and root planing. Depending on your treatment plan, it may be applied during the same visit as your deep cleaning or at a follow-up appointment. The medication is delivered directly to the affected area without injections or anesthesia for the ARESTIN placement itself. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Dr. Ihab Soliman will identify the areas that require treatment and explain how ARESTIN fits into your periodontal care plan. Follow-up periodontal visits may also be recommended so our team can monitor your gum health and pocket depths over time.

Protecting Your Smile After Periodontal Treatment

Treating gum disease is only one part of maintaining healthier gums. Consistent home care and professional dental visits remain important after ARESTIN treatment. Following the instructions provided by Dr. Soliman can help protect the treated areas while they heal.

ARESTIN’s manufacturer advises patients to avoid touching treated areas for one week and to avoid using floss or other interproximal cleaning tools around treated teeth for 10 days. Dr. Ihab Soliman will provide instructions based on your individual treatment. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Personalized Periodontal Care With Dr. Ihab Soliman

Gum disease treatment should be based on the severity and location of periodontal infection rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Dr. Ihab Soliman will evaluate your gums, periodontal pocket depths and overall oral health before recommending ARESTIN or another treatment.

If scaling and root planing alone is appropriate, additional medication may not be necessary. When ARESTIN may provide additional benefit, Dr. Soliman can incorporate it into a broader periodontal treatment plan designed around your needs.

Take the Next Step Toward Healthier Gums

Untreated periodontal disease can continue to damage the tissues that support your teeth. If you have signs of gum disease or have been told you have deep periodontal pockets, Dr. Ihab Soliman can determine whether scaling and root planing, ARESTIN or another periodontal treatment is appropriate for you.

Call Henrietta Family Dental at 585-424-3310 to schedule a periodontal evaluation with our dentist in Rochester, New York.