Treatment for NG should begin promptly. The first phase is resolution of predisposing factors, bacterial control, and supportive therapy. It is prudent to test patients with NG for HIV infection. The young adult stress patient should be counseled to begin a health-ier lifestyle. Metronidazole or penicillin have been the two top antibiotic choices.
Supportive therapy consists of rest, fluids, and a nutritious soft diet.
Residual defects such as gingival cratering recession, and reverse architecture should be evaluated weeks after healing. Since NG patients typically fall into the noncompliant category, surgical intervention should be done cautiously.