Pocket Irrigation

One of the most effective ways to treat periodontal disease is through pocket irrigation. This treatment works to clean between the teeth and below the gumline to prevent harmful bacteria from continuing to advance your gum disease, and it is often combined with other treatments to deliver antibiotics and achieve better results. To schedule a consultation with our periodontist, Dr. Jaklin Morovati, and learn more about pocket irrigation in New York City, New York, call us today at 212-297-2567.

Pocket irrigation, also known as oral irrigation, is a type of dental cleaning that can be performed professionally in our office or at home with an oral irrigation device. Pocket irrigation removes food, plaque and other debris from between your teeth, helping to keep the periodontal pockets in your mouth clean and shallow so that your gum disease does not worsen. Pocket irrigation is also used to deliver antimicrobials below the gumline to fight harmful bacteria and has the added benefit of helping to treat and prevent bad breath.

Pocket irrigation devices usually have a rounded tip to minimize the risk of tissue damage during your treatment and facilitate a more extensive cleaning. If you perform a pocket irrigation procedure at home, you can use a water jet like the Waterpik® water flosser to clean around your teeth. Pocket irrigation has the benefit of being gentler on your gums and less harmful to your soft tissue than flossing but does not remove the need for a professional dental cleaning. You should continue to visit our periodontist at least twice a year for regular preventive care.

For more information about pocket irrigation and to make your appointment with our periodontist, please contact our office today.

Patient Reviews

She amazing. She helped me with my receding gums, after she gave me the deepest general cleaning of my life. She is super friendly, and works with you every step of the way. I tell all my friends to go to her for cleanings

First time visiting Dr Morovati. She was very attentive and thorough in her examination. Explained clearly what she was doing and what the next steps should be. Very happy with her!

I went to her because I needed a second opinion on my gums. She was patient and clear in her diagnosis, laying out the options on the table. There was never any pressure to do thing or the other, which I appreciate

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