Allows safe and efficacious removal of subgingival biofilms in patients receiving periodontal maintenance care. The removal of intra-oral biofilm in patients with orthodontic appliances and the prevention or treatment of peri-implant infections can be added to the extensive list of air-polishing applications with mectron glycine powder.

mectron glycine powder has much smaller particles (< 63 Micron) than sodium carbonate powder and is water soluble. It has a sweet taste.

The use of a glycine powder leads to a reduction in pocket depth comparable with conventional scaling and root planing*. The benefit is easier handling, faster treatment and better patient acceptance. Patients report less pain and a more pleasant taste with glycine powders.

Reduction of pocket depth.

The use of a glycine powder leads to a reduction in pocket depth comparable with conventional scaling and root planing*. The benefit is easier handling, faster treatment and better patient acceptance. Patients report less pain and a more pleasant taste with glycine powders.