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A member asked:
Can gingivitis go away after a cleaning and antibiotics?
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Cleaning is enough: A good cleaning with good oral hygiene is all you need to treat gingivitis. Antibiotics are unnecessary.
Answered 9/16/2013
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It may.. but...: The gingivitis (inflammation of overlaying gum tissues) can return at any time and point and as soon as proper hygiene declines. Regular visits of every 3-4 months can prevent the severity or occurrence of gingivitis, and if needed, a deep cleaning can treat this condition very effectively. Anti biotics are not necessary for treatment of gingivitis in almost all of the cases..
Answered 1/6/2015
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