Oraqix®
Introducing Oraqix® (lidocaine and prilocaine periodontal gel) 2.5%/2.5%
Oraqix® brings effective, needle-free anesthesia for adult patients during scaling and/or root planing procedures.
Oraqix® is the first and only FDA approved needle-free subgingival (below the gumline) anesthetic indicated for use in adults requiring localized anesthesia in periodontal pockets during scaling and/or root planing procedures.
Oraqix® avoids patients' needle anxiety by using a blunt tip applicator & dispenser instead of a syringe!
The most common adverse reactions in clinical studies using Oraqix® were application site reactions, headaches, and taste perversion.
Now, thanks to Oraqix®, there is a needle-free option for scaling and/or root planing. Ask your dentist today!
How Oraqix® Works
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Oraqix is applied on the gingival margin around the selected tooth using the blunt-tipped applicator. |
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After waiting 30 seconds, the periodontal pocket is then filled with Oraqix until it becomes visible at the gingival margin. |
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The dental professional will wait another 30 seconds before starting treatment. Delaying the time before starting the procedure does not enhance the anesthetic effect. |
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The scaling and root planing procedure may begin 30 seconds after the application of Oraqix to the periodontal pocket. Anesthetic effect, as assessed by probing of pocket depths, has a duration of approximately 20 minutes (individual patient overall range 14-31 minutes). |
Oraqix®, the needle-free subgingival anesthesia for scaling and/or root planing!
Oraqix® does not prevent gum disease or periodontitis.
