Arestin Train Class

Question 1

What is periodontitis

Answer 1

A serious gum infection that damages gums and can destroy the jawbone.

Question 2

What are the most prominent periodontal pathogens

Answer 2

-P(porphyromonas) gingivalis
-T(treponema) dentcola
-T(tannerella) forsythia
These are collectively know as red-complex bacteria

Question 3

If a periodontal infection can?

Answer 3

Contribute to increasing pocket depth

Question 4

For treatment recommend a treatment plan that includes

Answer 4

• SRP

- Locally administered antibiotic or LAA like ARESTIN

Question 5

How Does Arestin work

Answer 5

• Microsphere delivery system
• Provides sustained released minocycline which targets infection
• Starts as a fine power then hydrolyzation occurs
• Dissolves into the surrounding tissues
• Can remain active in the periodontal pocket for up to 14 days