ARESTIN® Gum Disease Treatment in Metairie, LA
If you have been diagnosed with gum disease, our team offers advanced periodontal treatment options to help eliminate infection and protect your smile. At our Metairie dental office, we use ARESTIN® (minocycline hydrochloride) as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for periodontal disease. We also proudly serve patients from New Orleans and the surrounding communities seeking effective, non-surgical gum disease treatment.
What Is ARESTIN®?
ARESTIN® is a locally applied antibiotic used to treat periodontal disease. It contains minocycline hydrochloride, an antibiotic that targets the harmful bacteria responsible for gum infections.
Unlike oral antibiotics that circulate throughout the body, ARESTIN® is placed directly into the infected periodontal pockets beneath the gums, delivering medication exactly where it is needed most.
How Does ARESTIN® Work?
After your dentist or hygienist completes scaling and root planing (deep cleaning), tiny microspheres of ARESTIN® are placed into the periodontal pockets around affected teeth.
These microspheres slowly release antibiotic medication over time to:
- Kill bacteria that cause periodontal disease
- Reduce inflammation around the gums
- Promote healing after deep cleaning
- Help decrease pocket depth
- Support healthier gums and bone around your teeth
ARESTIN® begins working immediately and continues fighting bacteria for up to 30 days after treatment.1,2 Clinical studies have shown that combining ARESTIN® with scaling and root planing produces significantly better results than deep cleaning alone for up to 90 days.3
Who Is a Candidate for ARESTIN®?
ARESTIN® may be recommended if you have moderate to advanced gum disease and periodontal pockets measuring 5 mm or greater after your periodontal evaluation.
Your dentist may recommend ARESTIN® if you have:
- Bleeding gums
- Swollen or tender gum tissue
- Persistent bad breath
- Deep periodontal pockets
- Bone loss caused by periodontal disease
Benefits of ARESTIN® Treatment
- Targets infection directly at its source
- Provides localized antibiotic therapy with minimal systemic exposure
- Enhances the effectiveness of scaling and root planing
- Helps reduce periodontal pocket depth
- Supports long-term gum health
- Quick, comfortable treatment completed during your deep cleaning appointment
What to Expect After Treatment
Following ARESTIN® placement, most patients can return to their normal daily activities immediately. To allow the medication to work effectively, we may recommend avoiding flossing treated areas for several days and following any additional post-treatment instructions provided by our team.
Maintaining excellent oral hygiene and attending regular periodontal maintenance visits are essential for keeping gum disease under control and preventing future infections.
ARESTIN® for Gum Disease in Metairie and New Orleans
If you have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, early treatment can help prevent tooth loss and protect your overall health. Our experienced dental team provides comprehensive gum disease treatment using advanced therapies like ARESTIN® to help patients throughout Metairie, New Orleans, Kenner, Jefferson, and nearby communities achieve healthier gums and lasting smiles.
Contact our office today to schedule a periodontal evaluation and learn whether ARESTIN® is right for you.
1. Oringer RJ, Al-Shammari KF, Aldredge WA, et al. Effect of locally administered minocycline microspheres on markers of bone resorption. J Periodontol. 2002;73:835-842.
2. Goodson JM, Gunsolley JC, Grossi SG, et al. Minocycline HCl microspheres reduce red-complex bacteria in periodontal disease therapy. J Periodontol. 2007;78(8):1568-1579.
3. Williams RC, Paquette DW, Offenbacher S, et al. Treatment of periodontitis by local administration of minocycline microspheres: A controlled trial. J Periodontol. 2001;72:1535-1544.
