PerioChip^® a small, orange brown, rectangular chip (rounded at one end) for insertion into periodontal pockets that are at least 5mm deep.

PerioChip^® is composed of 2.5 mg Chlorhexidine D-gluconate in a biodegradable matrix of hydrolyzed gelatin, cross linked with glutaraldehyde.

Chlorhexidine is the leading standard, broad - spectrum antimicrobial agent. In the form of a chip, PerioChip® is the only antiseptic locally applied agent to treat Periodontitis.

PerioChip^® with scaling and root planning is indicated as an adjunctive antimicrobial treatment for moderate to severe chronic periodontal disease in adults with pocketing.

PerioChip^® may be used as part of a periodontal treatment programme.