Caring for Your Gums After Treatment
Arestin is placed by your hygienist to help treat gum infection. Follow these simple steps after your visit so the treated areas can heal.
Please avoid touching the areas of your gums that your hygienist has treated.
Wait 12 hours after your treatment with Arestin before brushing your teeth.
Do not floss or use toothpicks or any other devices that clean between your teeth for 10 days.
Skip hard, crunchy or sticky foods for 1 week after your Arestin treatment.
Bacteria that cause periodontal disease are persistent, and the infection can return. Please make follow-up appointments with our hygienist to keep your gums and teeth healthy.
Keeping your hygiene appointments lets us re-examine your gums, make sure the infection is under control, and measure the success of your treatment.
Arestin is one part of treating gum disease. Learn more about our periodontal care and regular dental cleanings.
If you have questions or concerns after your treatment, call our office at (610) 489-5555. For urgent problems, see our emergency dentist page.
Book your next hygiene appointment online or give us a call.
399 Arcola Rd, Suite 100, Collegeville, PA 19426 · (610) 489-5555
