Reviewer: S, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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One month out I don’t know if this medication has helped with periodontal disease. I have noticed that three of my teeth have become very discolored at the root. They are turning brown! I have not changed anything about my home dental care. Going in to have them checked in a few days. I’m sure they will tell me it is not from the treatment, but I can not think of any other reason for it to be happ ... Show Full Comment

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One month out I don’t know if this medication has helped with periodontal disease. I have noticed that three of my teeth have become very discolored at the root. They are turning brown! I have not changed anything about my home dental care. Going in to have them checked in a few days. I’m sure they will tell me it is not from the treatment, but I can not think of any other reason for it to be happening.
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Reviewer: Mary, 65-74 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I went for a second opinion from another periodontist and learned I did not need any Arestin treatments. Very often it's a scam.

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I went for a second opinion from another periodontist and learned I did not need any Arestin treatments. Very often it's a scam.
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Reviewer: Hberlin, 25-34 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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My experience has been as a patient receiving Arestin to treat a 4ml pocket. Within four hours of the insertion I developed a severe sore throat with lumps and rough sores on the ruff of my mouth, throat, and the side and under portion of my tongue. Extremely painful could hardly eat for two weeks. Had to see the doctor 4 times and finally called the Arestin manufactures and they confirmed this in ... Show Full Comment

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My experience has been as a patient receiving Arestin to treat a 4ml pocket. Within four hours of the insertion I developed a severe sore throat with lumps and rough sores on the ruff of my mouth, throat, and the side and under portion of my tongue. Extremely painful could hardly eat for two weeks. Had to see the doctor 4 times and finally called the Arestin manufactures and they confirmed this inflammation as a possible sided effect. Looking back I wish I had asked a lot more questions before allowing the procedure. I�m 17 days in and still in considerable pain.
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Reviewer: jcardi, 25-34 Female on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)

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I have used arestin for over a year treating different problematic areas. Each time I have had success. The pockets have went froma 5-6 down to 3-4s. Well worth it.

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I have used arestin for over a year treating different problematic areas. Each time I have had success. The pockets have went froma 5-6 down to 3-4s. Well worth it.
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Reviewer: dj orlando, 55-64 Male on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)

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After multiple applications, I have the same issues. I consider it a revenue generator not an effective treatment.

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After multiple applications, I have the same issues. I consider it a revenue generator not an effective treatment.
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