ARTHRITIS

Osteoarthritis (OA). Also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD)

Rheumatoid arthritis of hands

Arthritis is a condition in which one or more of the joints in your body become inflamed to cause soreness, stiffness and sometimes swelling. There are dozens of types of arthritis but generally speaking, there are two major categories of arthritis…….inflammatory and non inflammatory. An example of inflammatory arthritis is rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in which the immune system attacks the soft tissues in a joint (a type of autoimmune disease). An example of non inflammatory arthritis is osteoarthritis (OA), also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD), or “wear and tear” arthritis. It is possible to have both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Osteoarthritis (OA) occurs when the cartilage in a joint breaks down over time. Cartilage is a resilient tissue that covers the ends of bones that meet in a joint. It serves as a shock absorber, like the shock absorber in a car. When the cartilage is gone, there is bone on bone contact and this results in pain and loss of mobility…..and inflammation, even though OA is considered a non inflammatory arthritis. OA usually occurs in the knees, hips, spine and hands. Initial treatment for OA includes weight loss, exercise and over the counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDS) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin etc) and naproxen sodium (Aleve etc). Opioid pain killers may be prescribed but they run the risk of addiction over a period of time. If the OA does not respond to conservative treatment, surgical intervention may be necessary to fuse the bones in the joint or prosthetic joint replacement.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is considered an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks normal tissues in a joint. RA is more of a systemic condition whereas the symptoms of OA are usually limited to a single joint. . Since RA is a systemic inflammatory condition it can also cause weakness and fatigue. RA can result in deformities of joints. RA usually affects smaller joints like hands, wrists, elbows, ankles, knees and feet. There is a blood test for RA called rheumatoid factor but it is not 100% diagnostic because it can have false negatives. Treatments include: corticosteroids (prednisone etc), NSAIDS, opioid pain killers, disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)(methotrexate,Trexall,Rasuvo and hydroxychloroquine/Plaquenil) ….biologics (Enbrel, Erelzi, Eticovo,Remicade) and JAK inhibitors. DMARDs target the entire immune system, whereas biologics work by targeting specific steps in the inflammatory process outside the cells (cytokines), and JAK inhibitors block enzymes (JAK1,JAK2, JAK3) inside the cells.

P3 Dental has agents that are effective in reducing periodontal inflammation which will have a positive effect on managing arthritis.

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Very informative and interactive with the hygienists and the doctor. I learned about the product and how to use it effectively in the practice. I would recommend this for anyone using the products.

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I was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus over twenty years ago. Sometime after, I presented to Dr. Britt with a gum infection that required periodontal surgery. From that point to present, Dr. Britt and Michelle have administered P3 treatments regularly with no recurrence of any gum related problems. Dr. Britt has shared how important P3 is to overall management of the diabetic condition. Very grateful to have been introduced to this periodontal treatment.

P3 is Life Saving

First of all, I have been under Dr Britt’s care for over 30 years and the care from Dr Britt and Michelle is stellar. But more importantly, it falls into the life saving category for me. I received a double lung transplant in 2021, so inflammation and bacteria fighting are critical to my longevity. His use of P3 antibiotics are a significant part of my bacteria fighting regimen. I can’t say enough about the importance of this treatment. The results speak for themselves. I am alive and thriving but taking care to take advantage of every necessary steps to maintain my condition. P3 is one of those important steps.

Dr Britt and Michelle are highly trained professionals, and have always given me the very best for my oral health. The P3 treatment is very effective.

RDH Blairsville, GA

I have had the privilege of enhancing oral health for several patients over the past 6 years or more thanks to P3. This product is easy to apply, yet very effective.
Oral health is so important and many people are understanding that they need to focus on obtaining and maintaining the health of their mouth. This is especially true for individuals with autoimmune compromises/diseases. The more sound healing that is accomplished with applications of P3 allows patients to find encouragement and motivation to keep working on their oral health care.
P3 is not only easy to use, but it is cost effective and worth the investment for the patient (without taking too much from their monetary resources).
Thank you for the option and benefits accomplished with P3!

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