,Michelle Hucke, DDS, of Jax Beaches Family Dentistry in Neptune Beach, FL, shares how Perio Tray therapy offers her patients an easier way to manage gum disease and support systemic health., ,In dental school, Dr. Michelle Hucke was taught that traditional treatments like scaling and flossing were the only way to keep patients with periodontal disease on the path to good oral health. “Every time [a patient] came in and they weren’t flossing, you’d tell them they needed to floss,” she explained., ,The unfortunate reality is that flossing is often a tough sell., ,“The thing with flossing is that it’s not fun—there’s no immediate gratification,” Dr. Hucke said. Thankfully, she discovered a more motivating solution in Perio Tray therapy from Perio Protect—an easy-to-use, non-invasive homecare treatment for gum disease that instantly offers patients noticeable results., ,“It makes your mouth feel amazing and your breath is amazing,” Dr. Hucke shared, highlighting that, unlike flossing, Perio Tray therapy encourages treatment adherence by providing immediate, recognizable benefits like whiter teeth and fresher breath., ,Dr. Hucke praised Perio Tray’s comfortable, custom-fit design that holds and delivers antimicrobial hydrogen peroxide gel deep into periodontal pockets. “It’s custom-made from a scan of your teeth and the gel is trapped, so it’s like a hyperbaric chamber.” Because Perio Tray therapy oxygenates the oral environment, Dr. Hucke reports that it’s an ideal complement to scaling and root planing, which, on its own, leaves behind bacteria that can repopulate after treatment. “When you put oxygen in the environment, the bad bacteria can’t survive,” Dr. Hucke explained, “So, it completely transforms your mouth.”, ,With as little as 15 minutes of twice-a-day use, Perio Tray therapy has been shown to eliminate over 90% of harmful bacteria while reducing disease symptoms like bleeding, inflammation, and pocket depths exceeding 4mm., ,“The mouth is the window to the rest of your body and your overall health,” said Dr. Hucke, citing the well-documented links between gum disease, diabetes, and numerous other systemic health conditions. Subsequently, to prevent overall health problems, you must address the root cause of oral health problems: “Where are the bacteria coming from? How can we get rid of them and keep the person healthy?” In Dr. Hucke’s experience, Perio Protect provides just the answer she and her patients need., ,Watch this video to hear more from Dr. Hucke about the tremendous benefits of Perio Protect., ,
