Early treatment of gingivitis is key to preventing the development of periodontitis. Additionally, failure to comply with an ongoing periodontal maintenance program may contribute to the recurrence or progression of the periodontal disease process.
That’s why providing a better patient experience during periodontal therapy is so important.
Oraqix is a non-injectable, pH neutral anesthetic which is safe for use on inflamed tissue and can be used in conjunction with injectable anesthetics.
Oraqix is not for injection. Oraqix should not be used in patients with congenital or idiopathic methemoglobinemia.
of patients who preferred a non-injectable anesthetic gel would be more willing to return for recare if they knew a non-injectable option was available. 3
Listen to this testimonial by Kim Miller, RDH, BSDH. Kim Miller received her BSDH in 1981 from Loma Linda University. She’s a Lead Profitability Coach with Inspired Hygiene, an international speaker and a monthly columnist for RDH magazine.
ApplicationPatients with gingivitis and periodontal disease typically have inflamed, irritated tissue. Some manufacturers of competitive topical products limit dose to only 0.4ml of liquid or warn against use on large areas of denuded or inflamed tissue. Check prescribing information prior to purchase. Oraqix is a non-injectable, pH neutral anesthetic which is safe for use on inflamed tissue and can be used in conjunction with injectable anesthetics. Maximum dose is 5 full cartridges (8.5ml), enough to complete a full mouth scaling.