February 19, 2020 Last revised: December 21, 2020 Medicinal products
We often do not pay attention to problems with gums, naively believing that their inflammation is not a serious disease and everything can be cured on our own. What should I do? After all, even if you do it yourself, you will have to treat your gums. In this article we will talk about the dental drug Metrogyl Denta, which has long proven its effectiveness in treating gums.
About the drug
Metrogyl Dent is produced in the form of a gel. It is soft in consistency. The color is white or, one might say, close to white. Its release form is different and differs in weight. Available in plastic tubes weighing 5 g, 10 g and 20 g.
The drug is produced by a large company that has its offices in almost all countries. The release of all products is controlled using GMP rules. Their requirements are based on the implementation of quality control of their products at all levels of their production.
When purchasing Metrogyl Dent at a pharmacy, pharmacists will not require a prescription from a doctor. Store at an air temperature of less than 25°C and for no more than three years.
Advantages, disadvantages, features of Metrogyl Denta gel
The advantages include such a factor as price. But when it comes to medicine, effectiveness is much more important. The second point is that, unlike ointments, the gel adheres well to the mucous membranes of the gums, cheeks, and palate. There is also an average level of activity in the fight against pathogenic microorganisms.
And now the fly in the ointment. Many patients suffering from gum disease would like the drug to have a pronounced analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect.
Metrogyl Denta gel has its drawbacks
But you will achieve neither one nor the other using Metrogil Dent. The second point that should be voiced concerns dosages. They are less than what is required for the actual treatment of infectious diseases that the gel is designed to fight. Why is this done? In order to be able to sell the medicine en masse and without prescriptions from doctors. There is only one plus from this - it is difficult to harm yourself. This was done taking into account the fact that patients tend to take various types of drugs uncontrollably. In total, we have two antimicrobial drugs in small dosages, barely sufficient for an antibacterial effect. They are unable to block the inflammatory process at all. Therefore, do not be surprised if the gel does not help you during an exacerbation of periodontitis.
Experts believe that a combination of Chlorhexidine (in the form of rinses) and Cholisal gel applications would be more effective. The difference in efficiency is huge. But the price of Kholisal is almost 2 times higher. Let's add to it the cost of Chlorhexidine solution and we will understand why people buy Metrogyl Dent.
Dental gel Cholisal
Clinical studies and real-life experience have shown that when applied topically, the substance is practically not absorbed. That is, it has an exclusively superficial effect. This is one of the reasons why it may not have an anti-inflammatory effect.
On the other hand, it at least stays on the gums better than any gum ointment sold at the pharmacy.
Compound
- Metronidazole benzoate. This is a special antibacterial component. It has the ability to quickly penetrate saliva, thereby creating a fairly high bactericidal effect in the oral cavity. One gram of gel contains 16 mg of metronidazole benzoate.
- Chlorhexidine bigluconate (20% solution). This is a special antiseptic component. It helps fight various types of protozoa, bacteria and herpes viruses. In addition, it shows its activity against purulent discharge. One gram of Metrogyl Denta gel contains 2.5 mg of chlorhexidine bigluconate.
- Excipients. These substances include: water, carbomer-940, sodium hydroxide, levomenthol, propylene glycol.
Drug interactions
Caution must be exercised when using Metrogyl together with other drugs. The gel does not combine well with coagulants such as Aspirin and Warfarin, as they thin the blood and increase clotting time. You should not use the drug in combination with Phenobarbital and Phenitin, as they reduce the antimicrobial effect of the gel.
Cimetidine increases the concentration of metronidazole. "Disulfiram" in combination with "Metrogil Dent" can lead to nervous disorders, as the toxic effect increases. You must remember that you must familiarize yourself with the price and reviews of the Metrogyl Denta gel before purchasing the product.
Indications
Gel for the treatment of gums Metrogyl Denta is recommended for use in the following infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity:
- Cheilitis.
- Treatment of gingivitis in chronic and acute forms.
- Aphthous stomatitis.
- Adolescent periodontitis.
- Inflammation of the mucous membrane when wearing dentures.
- Periodontitis.
- Inflammation of the hood over the wisdom tooth.
- Ulcerative necrotic or Vincent gingivitis.
- Periodontitis (acute and chronic).
- Post-extraction alveolitis.
- Periodontal disease, which formed after complicated gingivitis.
- Periodontal abscess (combined treatment).
- Alveolitis of the hole after tooth extraction.
Metrogyl Denta for acne
Some patients try to use dental gel for acne, believing that the presence of an antibiotic and antiseptic in the composition should help them.
Metrogyl Denta for acne
We will have to disappoint such experimenters, and here's why.
- Both components included in the composition are unable to fight the types of bacteria that lead to acne. These are, first of all, P. acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis.
- Even if the drug were effective in eliminating these two types of microorganisms, the concentration of metronidazole in it is minimal.
- The main bacterial activity occurs in the deep layers of the skin, including the follicles. Metrogyl Denta is a surface-acting drug.
Consequently, it can only partially eliminate bacteria on the upper layer of the skin, but is useless in the fight against infectious and inflammatory skin diseases. Therefore, there is no point in trying to smear dental preparations on your face. For these purposes, there are specialized antibiotic-based creams. Their composition is designed to combat the above types of microorganisms.
The gel is also used for acne
Advantages and disadvantages
Metrogyl Denta is especially valuable because it is the first dental gel that appeared in our country. It can be purchased at any pharmacy. The gel has its positive and negative sides.
Advantages:
- Good fixation on the mucous membrane.
- Affordable price.
- Has good antimicrobial activity.
Flaws:
- Does not provide analgesic effect.
- Medicinal components are contained in very small doses. That is why the use of the drug is not controlled, and it is freely available without a prescription. This product cannot cause any harm. And that's why it's less effective.
The main components of the gel do not fight inflammation. Metrogyl Denta acts only on pathogenic bacteria, but cannot block inflammation in the tissue. Therefore, when treating gums, it is best to give preference to drugs with combined action.
What is Metrogyl Denta?
So, as the instructions say, we have a gum gel designed for the prevention and treatment of various inflammatory manifestations. But this is only part of the evidence. This medicine combines an antibiotic and an antiseptic and has a wide spectrum of action. Available in tubes of 20 grams. The gel is sold through most pharmacy chains. Its purchase does not require a prescription.
When squeezing out, you will see that the substance inside the tube is transparent, almost colorless. It tastes and smells like baby toothpaste.
Metrogyl Denta - gel for gums
Application
Peculiarities
The gel should be applied to the gums only after thorough cleaning of the oral cavity. Before applying it directly, it is necessary to thoroughly dry the mucous membrane using a dry gauze swab. This will ensure the best fixation of the gel on the mucous membrane.
The gel should be applied twice a day. It is advisable to do this in the mornings and evenings. It is best to perform the procedure while standing in front of a mirror. First you need to squeeze the gel from the tube onto your finger or cotton swab. Then apply it to the marginal part (which is directly adjacent to the teeth). Also pay special attention to the tongue area. You should not eat for three hours and drink for 30 minutes. If saliva accumulates after the treatment itself, it is advisable to spit it out rather than accumulate it. The use of the gel should not last more than 10 days.
You cannot completely ignore brushing your teeth when treating with Metrogyl. Also, the drug is not a replacement for cleaning itself. During use, do not allow the product to come into contact with the eyes.
In order for the drug to give maximum effect, you should not drink alcohol during treatment.
How to treat specific diseases
If gum inflammation occurs in children over 6 years of age and in adults, then it is necessary to apply the gel using a cotton swab or finger. After this, try not to eat or drink so as not to wash off the gel. Course: 7-10 days.
What to do if you suffer from periodontitis? Periodontal pockets are treated with gel. In addition, the patient applies the gel after dental plaque has been removed. The procedure can be performed by a dentist for the very first time, and then it will be done by the patient himself. The course is also 7-10 days. For chronic periodontitis, the course of treatment is repeated 2-3 times a year.
To avoid post-extraction alveolitis, it is advisable to begin treating the hole immediately after tooth extraction. Course: no more than 10 days.
Treatment of gingivitis
This disease must be treated only comprehensively. Gel alone will not help here. Inflammation of the gums usually occurs as a result of plaque and deposits. Therefore, the use of the gel will be effective only after cleaning the dental plaque, which the dentist can do.
After the procedure, the doctor usually prescribes drug therapy. Typically, such therapy includes antiseptic rinses and applications using Metrogyl gel. If the patient has severe inflammation, the dentist may prescribe antibiotic therapy.
If you treat with gel without removing plaque and stone, then at the very beginning you can notice some effect of improving the condition. This usually means reduced swelling and reduced bleeding. But this phenomenon will only be temporary while you use the drug. Further, the inflammatory process proceeds without any particular symptoms, but bone tissue destruction will continue inside. As a result, after some time the teeth will become mobile.
For gingivitis, Metrogyl is applied to the gums twice a day. Be sure to brush your teeth before use. Next, rinse your mouth thoroughly with an antiseptic solution (for example, Chlorhexidine) for one minute. The last step is to dry the wet gums with a gauze pad.
Treatment of stomatitis
Metrogyl is not effective in treating this disease. And this is understandable, since its active components do not prevent the activity of viruses at all. The drug may have little effect in aphthous stomatitis. And then only in those forms in which the disease is caused by pathogenic bacteria.
Other Applications
As reviews show, Metrogyl also allows you to cope with the following problems:
- Seborrhea.
- Acne.
- Trophic ulcer (only in complex treatment).
- Eczema.
- Bedsores.
- Hard-to-heal wounds.
To treat the diseases described, it is necessary to apply the gel to the affected area twice a day. The course here differs in duration from gum treatment. It ranges from three to ten weeks. Treatment time depends on the severity of the lesion.
In addition, doctors recommend keeping Metrogyl in your home medicine cabinet. With its help, you can relieve the unpleasant symptoms of a burn to the palate in the oral cavity.
