Case Study #1: Arestin Case

A 36 year old Hispanic male presented for dental cleaning. Non systemic conditions. Non allergies. Generalized moderate gingival inflammation.The patient’s gingiva appeared red, bulbous and soft  with rolled gingival margins, moderate BUP.

Probing depths range from 4-5 mm. Patient’s gingiva also presented with multiple recessions on upper and lower molars regions. His clinical attachment loss on the upper and lower posteriors is due to recession that is between 4-6 mm. Patient has type II periodontitis. Radiographs taken on 10/14/17 shows evidence of generalized horizontal bone loss.

Due to periodontal findings, patient is a candidate for Arestin placement in conjunction with scaling and root planing. When the patient came back for follow-up I had good results,  greatly reduce the 5mm pockets  to 2mm.

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Case Study #2 : Prophy Jet

48 year old male. Non systemic conditions. Non allergies. Presented for dental cleaning.The periodontal probing depths range from 3-4 mm. Plaque accumulation was mostly interproximal. Localized gingival recession.  Patient had generalized extrinsic  stain due to smoke. Patient states that he smokes just occasionally. Patient has not had any dental care treatment for three years, and there was extensive stain.

I discussed the dangers of tobacco use and oral cancer. Patient has not had any dental care treatment for three years, and there was extensive stain. Due to oral findings patient was candidate for prophy jet treatment.

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