Arestin Post-Op Instructions
DO NOT TOUCH – Please avoid touching areas of your gums that your hygienist has treated.
DO NOT BRUSH – Wait 12 hours after your treatment with Arestin before brushing your teeth.
DO NOT FLOSS – Do not floss or use toothpicks or any other devices that clean between your teeth for 10 DAYS
AVOID EATING HARD, CRUNCHY, OR STICKY FOODS – For 1 week after Arestin Treatment
FOLLOW-UP – Bacteria that cause periodontal diseases are persistent, and the infections can return. Please ensure you make follow-up appointments with our hygienist to maintain healthy gums and teeth.
KEEP YOUR APPOINTMENTS – It is important to keep your hygiene appointments so we can re-examine your gums and make sure the infection is under control. this will help us measure and monitor the success of your treatment.