Perio Chip Treatment
A perio chip is a small, biodegradable chip placed directly into a gum pocket after a periodontal clean, releasing an antiseptic as it dissolves to help bring gum disease under control. It’s used alongside hygiene treatment, not as a replacement for it.
What it is and who it's for
A perio chip is a small, biodegradable chip placed into a gum pocket after a periodontal clean, releasing an antiseptic directly at the site as it dissolves. It suits patients with a gum pocket that hasn’t responded fully to cleaning alone, used as an addition to hygiene treatment rather than instead of it.
How treatment works
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Periodontal clean
Your hygienist or dentist first cleans the gum pocket, removing the plaque and tartar contributing to the problem.
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Placing the chip
The small chip is placed directly into the cleaned pocket, where it dissolves gradually over the following weeks.
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Follow-up
We check the pocket at your next hygiene or periodontal review to see how it has responded.
What you can expect
- Delivers antiseptic directly into the gum pocket as it dissolves
- Fully biodegradable, so there’s nothing to remove afterwards
- Used alongside a periodontal clean, not as a stand-alone treatment
- A quick addition to a hygiene appointment, with no separate visit needed
Cost & finance
| Treatment | From | Member price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perio chip | £95 | £76 | Member price is lower. See Membership & Pricing. |
Membership plans cover routine care and cut 20% off most other treatment. See Membership & Pricing to find the right plan.
Where you can have this done
Common questions
What is a perio chip?
A perio chip is a small, biodegradable chip placed into a gum pocket after a periodontal clean. It releases an antiseptic directly into the pocket as it dissolves, helping treat gum disease at the site.
Does having a perio chip fitted hurt?
Placing a perio chip is designed to be comfortable. It’s placed directly into a pocket that has already been cleaned, and most patients don’t need anaesthetic for it.
Does a perio chip replace hygiene treatment?
No. A perio chip is used alongside a periodontal clean, not instead of it. Regular hygiene visits are still needed to keep gum disease under control.
