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ARESTIN® Dental Treatment

Millions of bacteria can be found in your mouth at any given moment. While some are harmless, others are not. Plaque is a colorless, sticky film containing harmful bacteria that can cause gum disease. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a prevalent oral health issue impacting nearly 50% of adults over the age of 30. In its earliest stages, you may notice your gums swell or bleed easily. However, if left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss and other health complications.

To protect your dental health, you must take care of your gums. Good oral hygiene and professional dental cleanings are great ways to prevent gum disease. However, if you do develop this periodontal condition, our experienced periodontist at 209 NYC Dental may combine a dental deep cleaning with a specialized product that treats gum disease and improves the effectiveness of our professional care. Read on to learn more about ARESTIN® — a powerful antibiotic treatment in the fight against gum disease.

What Is Gum Disease?

Gum disease describes the growth of harmful bacteria that can gradually destroy the soft tissue surrounding and supporting your teeth. This common oral health issue begins with plaque, the sticky substance that is constantly forming on your teeth. When plaque accumulates to excessive levels, it can harden and form a substance called tartar in just 24 hours. Tartar can bind so tightly to the teeth that it can only be removed during a professional dental cleaning.

The two main stages of gum disease are gingivitis and periodontitis:

  • Gingivitis: This early stage of gum disease causes the gums to become red and swollen. They may even bleed during toothbrushing.
  • Periodontitis: Untreated gingivitis can advance to periodontitis. At this point, the gum and bone begin to pull away or recede from the teeth, forming small pockets. Within these spaces, debris may collect and become infected. While the body’s immune system does attempt to combat the bacteria, these bodily enzymes fighting infection combined with bacterial toxins can break down the connective tissue and bone that hold teeth in place. The more the pockets deepen, the more gum tissue and bone are destroyed.

How ARESTIN® Helps Treat Gum Disease

In its earliest stages, gum disease can be treated at home with a combination of proper brushing and flossing and healthy eating to control the growth of harmful bacteria. However, if pockets have begun to form and collect bacteria, your dentist may recommend a dental deep cleaning. Also called root planing and scaling, this involves the use of special manual instruments that reach below the gum line to remove built-up bacteria, plaque and tartar — restoring the health of gum tissue and teeth.

Once your cleaning is complete and all debris is removed, our periodontist may apply a special antibiotic to the treated areas to help destroy bacteria and optimize the dental deep cleaning process. This antibiotic is called minocycline HCl, or ARESTIN®.

ARESTIN® is an adjunct treatment to root planing and scaling and can kill bacteria in areas unreachable with instruments. This antibiotic can reduce pocket depth while also providing further protection against gum disease progression.

Learn How We Prevent and Treat Gum Disease at 209 NYC Dental

209 NYC Dental is a multispecialty practice with decades of experience. We are committed to helping you with all your dental issues in one location, including periodontal disease and other gum-related issues. If you would like to schedule an appointment with our board-certified periodontist or another member of our highly skilled team, contact us today.

About Dr. Ben Ifraimov

Dr. Ben Ifraimov is a top cosmetic and restorative dentist in New York City, providing the highest caliber of care for his patients at 209 NYC Dental in the Midtown East neighborhood of Manhattan. Dr. Ifraimov has extensive training in all areas of dentistry, providing the most advanced treatments for an array of oral health issues, including implant restorations, crowns and bridges, porcelain veneers and onlays, cosmetic bonding and Zoom whitening, as well as routine cleaning and examination, gum disease care and treatment, and treatment of dental emergencies.

Testimonials

Can’t say enough good things about this place. We found this place because my partner had a dental emergency and no insurance. We both have dentist phobias that have prevented us from keeping on top of our teeth cleanings etc. and so we don’t have a regular one to go to in situations like this. I looked for the highest rated dentist in the city on Google and found this place, which mentions specialty in caring for emergencies on their site. And so I got him in the door based on that. They spoke the truth! They were so kind, patient, caring and non judgmental for my partner, it made me want to go in for my own cleaning and care. Now we’ve referred several people since! I personally have been seeing Dr. Reddy, who is a gem of a human who seems to enjoy her work. my friends have seen other dentists here and we’ve all had the best experience here and think ours is the best. :) Since it was years since my cleaning, I did need some work done over the last couple months or so and I made it to all of them. Instead of anxiety and maybe occasionally postponing as I would do in the past, I almost looked forward to my appointments. They made all the costs and insurance coverage completely clear and transparent and gave me choices. I commute from Bushwick but it’s been so worth it. If you are looking for the dentist, this is your place!
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What Our Patients Are Saying

With over 1000 reviews from all over the web with an average rating of 4.9 we are proud to be in the Manhattan Dental Elite.

Can’t say enough good things about this place. We found this place because my partner had a dental emergency and no insurance. We both have dentist phobias that have prevented us from keeping on top of our teeth cleanings etc. and so we don’t have a regular one to go to in situations like this. I looked for the highest rated dentist in the city on Google and found this place, which mentions specialty in caring for emergencies on their site. And so I got him in the door based on that. They spoke the truth! They were so kind, patient, caring and non judgmental for my partner, it made me want to go in for my own cleaning and care. Now we’ve referred several people since! I personally have been seeing Dr. Reddy, who is a gem of a human who seems to enjoy her work. my friends have seen other dentists here and we’ve all had the best experience here and think ours is the best. :) Since it was years since my cleaning, I did need some work done over the last couple months or so and I made it to all of them. Instead of anxiety and maybe occasionally postponing as I would do in the past, I almost looked forward to my appointments. They made all the costs and insurance coverage completely clear and transparent and gave me choices. I commute from Bushwick but it’s been so worth it. If you are looking for the dentist, this is your place!
Liz P

Google

Amazing service. I had a abcess develop while in NYC. The 209 clinic saw me same day for an effortless service. It was a third of the price of some of the dentists in mid town. Highly recommend
Dean A

Google

Love the staff. They were patient, skills were amazing when cleaning my teeth. And were very detailed every step of the way. Facility was extra clean and smells fresh. Recommend all my colleague to come here.
James V

Google

I've been going to 209 dental for years. I now live in Long Island and still make the trip out for my appointments. Dr Ahn is a very caring individual. Best dental experience ever!
Anna G.

Yelp

This is a wonderful dental office with very professional and friendly staff and up to date technology. They took me at a very short notice when I needed emergency dental work, they were so nice and accommodating. The office itself is bright and modern, all staff are welcoming! All doctors are absolutely fantastic! The best part is that they have all Dental specialists at that office, so they’ll be able to help you with any dental issue without you leaving the office. I highly recommend 209 NYC Dental!
Masha K

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