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3M ESPE Retraction Capsule

Gaining Traction

The 3M ESPE Retraction Capsule

3M ESPE developed the Retraction Capsule to give dentists a simple and time-saving solution for effective retraction.

The 3M ESPE Retraction Capsule is designed with an extra- fine tip that can be inserted right into the sulcus. The retraction capsule is a gingival retraction system that delivers astringent retraction paste using common composite dispensers. The time-savings enabled by the retraction capsule makes it a convenient alternative to traditional gingival retraction methods, such as retraction cord and other retraction pastes.

Access Edge

The Cutting Edge

Access Edge by Centrix

Access Edge is thick, firm, and viscous to enable easy and quick tissue displacement.

Access Edge, by Centrix, is a kaolin clay-based gingival retraction paste prefilled in a convenient unit-dose syringe tip that fits into any Centrix C-R Syringe. Each tip is packaged individually in a foil pouch to ensure the material’s freshness.

Expasyl

Because of the minimal amount of pressure required when applying Expasyl, the risk of rupturing the epithelium attachment is greatly reduced and patient comfort is increased.

Restorative dentistry inherently presents many challenges for the cosmetic dentist. Most of the time, the focus is on how seamlessly a restoration blends with natural dentition or whether the final look meets the expectations of the patient. With all the attention on the cosmetic look of indirect restorations, fit and tissue management can be overlooked. If a restoration comes back from the lab and looks great on the model, it is not a guarantee that it will fit perfectly and look beautiful in the mouth.

Fast Dams

Indigreen Innovations has added Fast Dams to its product line. Anatomically shaped Fast Dams are used in place of cotton rolls to retract the cheek and tongue while maintaining a dry field.

Free Access II

Offering convenient hands-free retraction and improved clinical performance, J. Morita's Free Access II cheek and lip retractor is the perfect companion for in-office bleaching. The new transparent material makes it ideal for photography and a variety of clinical situations, specifically bleaching.

GingiTrac Cordless Gingival Retraction System

GingiTrac from Centrix is a cordless retraction material and technique that lets you retract gingiva on up to 6 preparations with one application.

GingiTrac Retraction System

Say Goodbye to Packing Cord

Centrix Improves the GingiTrac Retraction System

The new GingiTrac VPS retraction material from Centrix simplifies the restoration process by eliminating the packing cord and cleanup.

Centrix introduces GingiTrac, a newly reformulated 1:1 astringent, vinyl polysiloxane (VPS) formula that features an automix gun that is easier to express from, a longer shelf life, and faster set time.

Ivoclar Vivadent’s OptraGate

Practicon is now distributing the award-winning OptraGate Lip and Cheek Retractors from Ivoclar Vivadent. OptraGate offers excellent accessibility to an enlarged field.

Knit-Pak

Premier Dental introduces Knit-Pak gingival retraction cord, a non-impregnated knitted cord made from 100% cotton. Knit-Pak is ideal to use in combination with a Hemodent hemostatic agent or Traxodent for tissue displacement and management before taking an impression.

LUMIPROP

Clinician’s Choice Dental Products announces LUMIPROP, a unique multipurpose illumination device. Designed to provide 6 hours of continuous, intraoral illumination, its built-in mouth prop offers optimum patient comfort, relieving stress and fatigue–especially during long procedures.

NEODRYS ReFlective

Saliva Absorbents

Superior absorbency, parotid coverage, and buccal protection give NeoDrys ReFlective saliva absorbents exceptional versatility for a range of indications.

Microcopy’s NeoDrys ReFlective saliva absorbents have a super-absorbent inner core that helps provide a dry field by trapping moisture and eliminating leaks, even when fully saturated.

Ribbond Bondable Reinforcement Ribbon

Ribbond Bondable Reinforcement Ribbon

Ribbond

Ribbond combines high-strength fibers with enhanced bondability and patented cross-link lock-stitch leno weave for prostheses with unprecedented strength and durability.

Ribbond fiber reinforcement, from Ribbond, prevents fracture failures in composites and acrylics, ensuring strong and durable prostheses that maintain their strength with continued use. In one study, Ribbond had “a positive effect on fracture strength of endodontically treated molar teeth with MOD cavity preparation and cuspal fracture.”1

ShortCut Retraction Cord Dispenser

ShortCut Retraction Cord Dispenser

DUX Dental

ShortCut modernizes retraction cord delivery with a click dispenser and built-in cutter.

Recently introduced by DUX Dental, ShortCut is an all-in-one retraction cord delivery system designed to address the problems and concerns that arise with the use of retraction cord in a bottle. The same amount of cord is dispensed with each use, a built-in cutter eliminates the need for scissors, and problems with tangled or lost cord are prevented. With approximately 1 cm of cord dispensed each time, ShortCut makes it easy for users to click to the right size for each application—3 to 4 clicks for anterior and 4 to 5 clicks for posterior procedures. ShortCut also improves infection control because the end of the cord is not exposed until it is ready for use, and the device is easily disinfected. ShortCut is available in all GingiBRAID sizes and medicaments.

Traxodent

Hemostasis and Retraction in One

Premier Dental Introduces Traxodent

Traxodent offers fast, easy, effective hemostasis and retraction.

Premier Dental introduces Traxodent, a Hemodent Paste Retraction System that provides predictable hemostasis and soft-tissue management in minutes.