Advanced Periodontal Support: The Perio Defend™ System
We are committed to providing our patients with the latest advancements in oral healthcare. We are pleased to introduce Perio Defend, a clinician-directed home-care system designed to support your long-term periodontal health and maintain the results of your professional dental cleanings.
What is Perio Defend?
Perio Defend is a sophisticated, non-invasive system used to manage the bacteria that contribute to gum disease. It combines custom-fit tray technology with an oxidizing peroxide gel (Perio Restore™) to provide a deep, thorough cleansing of the gumline that traditional brushing and flossing often cannot reach.
How the System Works
The Perio Defend system is designed around two key components:
Custom-Fit Trays:
Using digital scans or impressions of your teeth, we create professional-grade trays featuring a specialized gumline peripheral flange. This architecture is designed to comfortably retain the medicament around the teeth and gums.
Oxidizing Action:
When the Perio Restore 1.7% hydrogen peroxide gel is placed in the trays, it creates a natural effervescence. This bubbling action acts as a distribution aid, helping the gel reach into difficult-to-access areas to debride and cleanse.
Key Benefits of the Perio Protect System
- Targets Hard-to-Reach Bacteria: This system effectively manages the oral biofilm (plaque) that triggers inflammation and bleeding, reaching deep into periodontal pockets where traditional brushing and flossing cannot.
- Superior Clinical Results: When combined with professional care, the system delivers outcomes far beyond standard treatments:
- Enhanced Healing: Achieves pocket depth reductions nearly 3× greater than Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) alone.
- Deep Pocket Improvement: 53–59% of deep pockets improved to ≤5 mm, compared to only 26% with SRP alone.
- Significant Bleeding Reduction: Clinically proven to reduce bleeding by 85% in 3–4 mm pockets and 60% in pockets ≤7 mm.
- Sustained Long-Term Health: Unlike temporary fixes, bleeding reductions are sustained for up to 5 years, helping you maintain a healthy oral environment between professional visits.
- Supports Professional Therapy: While not a replacement for SRP or regular maintenance, it serves as a powerful adjunct that reinforces the work done by your dental team.
- Convenient Home Care: The treatment typically requires only 10–15 minutes of wear time per day, making it easy to incorporate into your existing daily routine.
- Clinically Validated: The use of 1.7% hydrogen peroxide delivered via custom-fit trays is a scientifically backed method for reducing inflammation and improving overall gingival health.
Is Perio Defend Right for You?
We may recommend the Perio Defend system for patients who:
- Experience persistent bleeding during brushing or flossing.
- Are in the maintenance phase of periodontal therapy.
- Have moderate to advanced periodontal concerns.
- Are looking for a proactive way to protect their oral health at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Perio Defend is a supportive tool designed to work alongside professional periodontal therapy and routine maintenance visits. It does not replace the need for professional scaling and root planing.
Your dentist will provide a specific protocol tailored to your needs. Many patients find success with a short daily routine of 10–15 minutes.
While the primary goal of the system is periodontal health, many patients notice a secondary benefit of brighter, whiter teeth due to the gentle oxidizing action of the hydrogen peroxide gel.
Schedule a Consultation
Protecting your smile starts with healthy gums. Ask your Coast Dental provider during your next visit if the Perio Defend system is the right addition to your oral health regimen.
