Treating Peri-Implantitis with bluem®
As greater numbers of dental implants are placed, more problems inevitably occur. The treatment of such issues is often one of the most hotly discussed topics at any dental conference around the world and a question for which there are, seemingly, a great number of answers.
One solution for treating problematic dental implants is topical oxygen treatments. So, what potential do such treatments have in the fight against diseases such as peri-implantitis and periodontitis?
The Science Behind Topical Oxygen Treatments
Wound healing requires a variety of cells to increase their metabolic activity for the reparative processes to progress satisfactorily. This results in high demand for oxygen in the tissues.
Even though the role of oxygen in wound healing is not yet fully understood, many observations have shown it to be enhanced by increasing pO2 levels in the tissues. By contrast, severe and destructive processes have been shown to occur under hypoxia.
Peri-implantitis and periodontitis are bacterial infections with chronic inflammation characteristics. It has been shown that the pO2 value in areas of peri-implantitis is significantly lower than in healthy tissue.
Moreover, the pO2 value has been shown to correlate with pocket depth. The deeper the pocket, the lower the pO2 value. These lower oxygen levels can reduce the body’s resistance to bacteria and hence the healing potential of the wound.
The bluem® Solution
Offering a unique antibacterial formula, bluem® oral care products are shown to treat the negative effects of periodontitis and peri-implantitis.
Recommended by healthcare professionals in over 50 countries worldwide, bluem® products harness the power of active oxygen in a controlled manner, significantly decreasing the time it takes for oral issues to heal.
Low concentrations of sodium perborate (hydrogen peroxide) and enzyme glucose oxidase (GOX – found in honey) promote the rapid healing process. By stimulating the wound healing process, the regeneration of new blood cells is achieved.
It is this fast-acting formula that makes bluem® products ideal for treating peri-implantitis, as well as a plethora of other oral health complaints.
What Makes bluem® Products Different?
bluem® has a unique combination of ingredients that release the desired dosage of active oxygen to provide a therapeutic effect. The main ingredients of bluem® products include:
- Lactoferrin
- Xylitol
- Honey
- Oxygen
What is the Effect of Honey?
When it comes into contact with saliva in the mouth, honey gradually releases oxygen. This process is called glucose oxidase (GOX).
Honey helps to eliminate six of the most common oral bacteria types that cause periodontitis and peri-implantitis.
Besides the elimination of ‘bad’ bacteria, honey helps to reduce plaque formation and has healing properties for the gingiva.
Honey Contains Sugar; Isn’t That Bad for the Teeth?
While honey does contain sugar, it has no negative effect on the teeth.
Bacteria in the mouth convert harmful sugars and other digestible carbohydrates into acids. These acids dissolve the enamel of your teeth; however, the oxygen contained in bluem® kills the bacteria before it can affect the tooth enamel.
What is Xylitol?
Xylitol is a chemical compound and natural sweetener that occurs in the fibres of many fruits and vegetables. Despite being categorised as a sugar alcohol, it has a positive effect on teeth and actively combats the build-up of harmful bacteria in the mouth that can cause tooth decay.
It has a fresh taste and is widely used in chewing gum.
What is Lactoferrin?
Lactoferrin is an anti-inflammatory protein that belongs to the humeral component of the defence mechanism of the body. Humeral components are enzymes that are present in the body that inhibit pathogens, or that activate other cells or enzymes that clean up pathogens.
Lactoferrin also works as a powerful antioxidant. It activates DNA to produce a strong immune response against bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Using bluem® before surgery eliminates any bad bacteria within the mouth that could create infection during surgery, preventing any complications that may occur. Post-surgery, bluem® implant care accelerates the healing process and helps to maintain a healthy mouth and gums.
Add bluem® to Your Practice
bluem® products are at the forefront of an oral health revolution.
By offering your patients oxygen-enriched bluem®, you can arm them with the finest oral care products to support their daily health care routines, particularly around dental implants.
If you are interested in adding bluem® to your practice, you can browse the full range of products online.
Alternatively, learn more by contacting us. Call our dedicated customer care team on 01535 656312 or email sales@swallowdental.co.uk to arrange a practice visit.
As greater numbers of dental implants are placed, more problems inevitably occur. The treatment of such issues is often one of the most hotly discussed topics at any dental conference around the world and a question for which there are, seemingly, a great number of answers.
One solution for treating problematic dental implants is topical oxygen treatments. So, what potential do such treatments have in the fight against diseases such as peri-implantitis and periodontitis?
The Science Behind Topical Oxygen Treatments
Wound healing requires a variety of cells to increase their metabolic activity for the reparative processes to progress satisfactorily. This results in high demand for oxygen in the tissues.
Even though the role of oxygen in wound healing is not yet fully understood, many observations have shown it to be enhanced by increasing pO2 levels in the tissues. By contrast, severe and destructive processes have been shown to occur under hypoxia.
Peri-implantitis and periodontitis are bacterial infections with chronic inflammation characteristics. It has been shown that the pO2 value in areas of peri-implantitis is significantly lower than in healthy tissue.
Moreover, the pO2 value has been shown to correlate with pocket depth. The deeper the pocket, the lower the pO2 value. These lower oxygen levels can reduce the body’s resistance to bacteria and hence the healing potential of the wound.
The bluem® Solution
Offering a unique antibacterial formula, bluem® oral care products are shown to treat the negative effects of periodontitis and peri-implantitis.
Recommended by healthcare professionals in over 50 countries worldwide, bluem® products harness the power of active oxygen in a controlled manner, significantly decreasing the time it takes for oral issues to heal.
Low concentrations of sodium perborate (hydrogen peroxide) and enzyme glucose oxidase (GOX – found in honey) promote the rapid healing process. By stimulating the wound healing process, the regeneration of new blood cells is achieved.
It is this fast-acting formula that makes bluem® products ideal for treating peri-implantitis, as well as a plethora of other oral health complaints.
What Makes bluem® Products Different?
bluem® has a unique combination of ingredients that release the desired dosage of active oxygen to provide a therapeutic effect. The main ingredients of bluem® products include:
- Lactoferrin
- Xylitol
- Honey
- Oxygen
What is the Effect of Honey?
When it comes into contact with saliva in the mouth, honey gradually releases oxygen. This process is called glucose oxidase (GOX).
Honey helps to eliminate six of the most common oral bacteria types that cause periodontitis and peri-implantitis.
Besides the elimination of ‘bad’ bacteria, honey helps to reduce plaque formation and has healing properties for the gingiva.
Honey Contains Sugar; Isn’t That Bad for the Teeth?
While honey does contain sugar, it has no negative effect on the teeth.
Bacteria in the mouth convert harmful sugars and other digestible carbohydrates into acids. These acids dissolve the enamel of your teeth; however, the oxygen contained in bluem® kills the bacteria before it can affect the tooth enamel.
What is Xylitol?
Xylitol is a chemical compound and natural sweetener that occurs in the fibres of many fruits and vegetables. Despite being categorised as a sugar alcohol, it has a positive effect on teeth and actively combats the build-up of harmful bacteria in the mouth that can cause tooth decay.
It has a fresh taste and is widely used in chewing gum.
What is Lactoferrin?
Lactoferrin is an anti-inflammatory protein that belongs to the humeral component of the defence mechanism of the body. Humeral components are enzymes that are present in the body that inhibit pathogens, or that activate other cells or enzymes that clean up pathogens.
Lactoferrin also works as a powerful antioxidant. It activates DNA to produce a strong immune response against bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Using bluem® before surgery eliminates any bad bacteria within the mouth that could create infection during surgery, preventing any complications that may occur. Post-surgery, bluem® implant care accelerates the healing process and helps to maintain a healthy mouth and gums.
Add bluem® to Your Practice
bluem® products are at the forefront of an oral health revolution.
By offering your patients oxygen-enriched bluem®, you can arm them with the finest oral care products to support their daily health care routines, particularly around dental implants.
If you are interested in adding bluem® to your practice, you can browse the full range of products online.
Alternatively, learn more by contacting us. Call our dedicated customer care team on 01535 656312 or email sales@swallowdental.co.uk to arrange a practice visit.
