Antibiotics and periodontitis

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Should I take antibiotics for periodontitis?

Since this periodontal disease is caused by an accumulation of bacteria, it seems natural to prescribe an antibiotic for periodontitis.

But there’s more to treatment than medication: Studio Paro explains what it’s all about.

The role of antibiotics in periodontal disease

The treatment of periodontitis involves an oral and dental check-up, followed by lithotripsy sessions, also known as root planing. This treatment uses a sonic device to clean up periodontal pockets. In-office treatment is complemented by daily oral care at home.

In certain situations, your practitioner may prescribe an antibiotic for periodontal disease:

  • if you suffer from a dental or periodontal abscess;
  • in cases of aggressive periodontitis resistant to lithotripsy ;
  • as a preventive measure, depending on your general state of health (diabetes, autoimmune disease, increased risk of endocarditis…).

Alongside the treatment, your practitioner may also recommend that you take dietary supplements designed to strengthen the jawbone.

Antibiotics used in periodontitis – unless contraindicated or allergic – are essentially amoxicillin with clavulanic acid and metronidazole systemically. Local treatment in the form of gel or compresses is also indicated in certain cases, to reduce inflammation.

Managing periodontitis at Studio Paro

Specializing in the treatment of periodontal disease in Lyon, our practice supports patients suffering from gingivitis and periodontitis. With empathy and pedagogy, our team provides each patient with personalized care. Our treatment protocol is based on lithotripsy, a technique inspired by that used to destroy kidney stones. We use an insert vibrating at the speed of sound, which literally explodes the subgingival tartar. The periodontal pocket is thus thoroughly cleaned, without detaching the gums. Non-invasive and painless, this procedure halts the progression of the pathology and limits its side effects. Measuring pocket depths also enables us to assess the severity of gum disease, as well as its evolution during treatment. Our procedure for periodontal disease is as follows:

  • initial assessment of your general and oral health;
  • in-office root planing sessions ;
  • periodontal surgery if necessary (about 10% of cases);
  • hygiene care at home;
  • long-term follow-up by appointment.
Gingival and periodontal diseases are common bacterial affections.Antibiotic therapy for periodontitis is an effective means of combating the condition, in addition to appropriate local care: lithotripsy offers definite advantages, as does regular monitoring by a periodontal dentist.
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To find out more, please contact Studio Paro, your periodontics practice in Lyon 3rd district.

We are at your service from Monday to Friday.