How much does Perio gel cost?

Some patients will be able to avoid repetitive periodontal scaling or surgery by using this approach. Others may still need these additional interventions, but successful tray therapy can reduce the extent and severity for many. Patients using trays daily will spend around $200 per year for the 1.7% gel.

What is Periogel for?

The Perio Tray is similar to a mouth-guard, but it has a special sealing system to deliver medication below the gums. The trays use a low concentration hydrogen peroxide gel that stays below the gums long enough to kill the bacteria causing gum disease, cavities, and bleeding due to gingivitis.

How do you use Periogel?

Place or hold the Perio Protect Trays “Teeth side up”- facing towards you. Apply a thin ribbon of the prescribed hydrogen peroxide Perio Gel across the tooth/gum indentations. If needed, use the small brush (or a Q-tip) to evenly distribute the medication throughout the tooth indentations.

Does hydrogen peroxide help receding gums?

Hydrogen Peroxide Rinse – A mix of water and hydrogen peroxide can help treat sore, red, or swollen gums. To use hydrogen peroxide for receding gums combine 1/4 cup of 3 percent hydrogen peroxide with 1/4 cup of water, swish for 30 seconds, and spit it out.

Does Perio Daily Defense whiten teeth?

Perio Daily Defense fights bacteria below the gum line, freshens your breath and — bonus — whitens your teeth, too!

How long does a tube of perio gel last?

When wearing 1x/day, a tube of Perio Gel will last approximately 6 weeks. When wearing 2x/day, a tube of Perio Gel will last approximately 3 weeks. When wearing 3x/day, a tube of Perio Gel will last approximately 2 weeks. What is the shelf life for Perio Gel®? A Perio Gel Sales product has a 24-month shelf life.

Do you need a prescription for Perio gel?

No, because the gels contain a low concentration of Hydrogen Peroxide (1.7% HP), they don’t require Doctor prescription. All our gels ship directly to your door via fast USPS Priority Mail.

Which is the oxidizing agent in Perio gel?

Perio Gel®. The most commonly prescribed solution with the Perio Tray® is the oxidizing agent Perio Gel® with 1.7% hydrogen peroxide. The Perio Tray® places the gel deep into pockets and holds it there so the oxidizing agent can debride the slimy matrix covering the biofilm and dissolve the most exposed bacterial cells in the biofilms.

Which is better Perio gel or dental cleaning?

Professional dental cleanings are important to remove bacterial communities causing the disease, but additional care is often recommended to help manage bacterial regrowth. Research shows that when professional cleanings are combined with Perio Tray delivery of Perio Gel®, the results are significantly better.