Periodontal phase 1 was conducted prior to pharmacological treatment. This included personal plaque control, brushing technique, use of interproximal devices and elimination of dental calculus, as well as root scraping and planing in the four quadrants. Twice a day 0.12% chlorhexidine rinses were recommended. Other recommendations were use of dental paste free of additional elements and avoidance of alcohol drinks, and spicy, hot or acid food.
Previamente al tratamiento farmacológico se realizó fase I periodontal: control personal de placa, técnica de cepillado, utilización de aditamentos interproximales y eliminación de cálculo dental, así como raspado y alisado radicular en los cuatro cuadrantes, recomendando enjuagues de clorhexidina al 0.12% dos veces al día, pasta dental sin aditivos adicionales y evitar líquidos alcohólicos, alimentos ácidos, calientes y picantes.