Hemostatic agents and packing materials

 Retraction cap or an instrument can be used to gently push Traxodent and increase the retraction A compression cap or similar device can also be used after placement of the paste for maximum deflection of the soft tissue

• Thixotropic gel- convenient to apply 
• Non staining unlike ferric sulphate which stains porcelain venners and crowns.
• Effectively stops minor gingival bleeding.
• Stable and long shelf life.
• Pleasantly flavoured.

• It is widely used for arresting the bleeding following tooth extraction. It may also be used in other oral surgeries and in areas where the small size of the sponge is an advantage, e.g., epistaxis.

• Liquid to stop minor gingival bleeding.
• Gingival Retraction Solution
• Non staining unlike ferric sulphate which stains porcelain veneers and crowns.
• Effectively stops minor gingival bleeding.
• Contains no epinephrine to help avoid cardiac reactions.
• Stable and long shelf life.