Local Antibiotic Therapy by Potomac Dental Care in Woodbridge, VA
At Potomac Dental Care in Woodbridge, VA, Dr. Humam Alathari offers local antibiotic therapy as part of our advanced periodontal care. This treatment delivers medication directly to the infected gum pockets, accelerating healing and reducing the need for surgical procedures.
What Is Local Antibiotic Therapy?
Local antibiotic therapy involves applying antimicrobial medication directly into the pockets around your teeth where bacteria have accumulated due to gum disease. This targeted method helps control infection and inflammation without affecting the rest of your body.
Benefits of Local Antibiotic Gum Treatment
Precise Application – Medication is placed directly where it’s needed
Supports Deep Cleaning – Enhances results of scaling and root planing
Reduces Bacteria Fast – Targets and eliminates harmful bacteria
Minimally Invasive – No incisions or surgery required
Improves Healing Time – Promotes faster tissue recovery
When Is Local Antibiotic Therapy Recommended?
Dr. Alathari may recommend local antibiotics if you:
Have moderate to severe periodontal pockets
Are undergoing scaling and root planing
Show signs of recurring gum infections
Prefer a non-surgical treatment option for managing gum disease
What to Expect
Diagnosis – Your gums will be examined for pocket depth and infection
Cleaning – Deep cleaning may be performed beforehand
Application – The antibiotic gel or microspheres are placed into the pockets
Healing – No special aftercare is needed; healing occurs naturally
