Access Edge is a high-viscosity, kaolin clay-based gingival retraction paste. It contains kaolin clay, to gently separate the gingiva from the tooth, plus aluminum chloride to help control bleeding and prevent seepage. Access Edge is injected subgingivally or packed around the tooth, then left in place for a minimum of 2 minutes. As the paste dries, Access Edge creates gentle, yet effective retraction to open the sulcus. The aluminum chloride and kaolin clay act to control bleeding and prevent seepage, keeping the sulcus dry.
Features & Benefits:
- Atraumatic gingival retraction without packing cord
- Dual astringent/hemostatic action - 15% aluminum chloride and kaolin clay
- Can be used as a second cord in a “2-cord technique” Removes easily and rinses away
- Convenient prefilled unit-dose tips eliminate cross-contamination
- Individually packaged in foil pouches to keep material fresh an be used anytime a hemostatic is indicated
- Made in the USA
Access FLO is a low-viscosity, flowable kaolin clay-based gingival retraction paste. Similar to Access Edge, it contains the active ingredients kaolin clay and aluminum chloride to help control bleeding and prevent seepage. A unique prefilled unit-dose tube allows for easier placement of material in and around the sulcus.
Features & Benefits:
- Convenient prefilled unit-dose tube: no mixing, no bulky cartridges or syringes
- Dual astringent/hemostatic action - 15% aluminum chloride and kaolin clay
- Retracts quickly, in 2 minutes
- Rinses away and removes easily
- Non-traumatic gingival retraction without packing cord
- Can be used as the second cord in a “2-cord technique”
- Individually packaged in foil pouches to keep material fresh
- Can be used anytime a hemostatic is indicated
- Made in the USA