Periodontitis also known as gum disease, begins with the growth of bacteria in the mouth and can possibly lead to further complications such as halitosis, damage to gum tissue surrounding the teeth and teeth loss. The onset of periodontitis is called gingivitis, and symptoms are most commonly characterised by bleeding gums, inflammation of the gums and halitosis.

Patients suffering from gingivitis usually undergo a scaling and root planing (SRP) procedure to release the bacteria and plaque build-up which is deeply rooted within the periodontal pockets (abnormal depth of gingival sulcus at the point where the gums meet the teeth). This treatment is relatively invasive and causes inflammation of the gums, bleeding and pain. Therefore it is important that the treated area is isolated and protected from post treatment infections in order to allow the gums to recover properly.

This PerioCream kit provides a solution for the isolation and management of treated areas following SRP. It also includes an aftercare kit for the patient, to aid in a speedier and less painful recovery of the gums. The PerioCream kit comes in two phases.

The first phase consists of a unique Olive oil based pre-mixed periodontal paste dressing, which is applied by the dentist directly onto the treated areas of the gums to isolate them and provide protection from cross-contamination. This also grants a reduction of pain sensation to the patient.

The second phase consists of an effervescent tablet, used by the patient to make a liquid gum brushing solution. The patient is advised to brush with this solution over a period of 10 days, and this results in a dramatic reduction of bleeding, pain, and also clinical parameters such as gingival index, plaque index and halitosis.