3M™ Astringent Retraction Paste

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Offers fast and precise gingival retraction

Extra-fine tip fits right into the sulcus for precise placement

Long-lasting hemostasis

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Highlights
  • Offers fast and precise gingival retraction
  • Extra-fine tip fits right into the sulcus for precise placement
  • Long-lasting hemostasis
  • Gentle on tissue with less risk of tissue trauma or hemorrhaging than cords
  • Provides a more comfortable experience for patients
  • Hygienic unit-dose capsule for up to 3 teeth
  • Can be used with or without cords
  • Get precision at every step and create more detailed impressions for a wide range of cases with 3M™ Impregum™ Impression Material or 3M™ Imprint™ 4 VPS Impression Material

A fast, convenient and effective solution for any dental procedure that requires gingival retraction, 3M™ Astringent Retraction Paste is easily dispensed right into the sulcus through a composite dispenser. Our single-use capsule’s extra-fine tip enables precise delivery of the hemostatic paste, which gently retracts tissue and controls bleeding. This allows you to capture a detailed impression of the preparation margin quickly and with more patient comfort.

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3M™ Astringent Retraction Paste

Retract tissues gently.

3M™ Astringent Retraction Paste is a fast, convenient and effective solution for gingival retraction, offering an advantage over gingival retraction cords that can be difficult and time-consuming to place. The extra-fine tip delivers a 15% aluminum chloride astringent paste right into the sulcus, gently pushing the gingival tissue away from the tooth so you can efficiently capture a detailed impression of the preparation margin. One cord can be replaced by 3M™ Astringent Retraction Paste, enabling temporary retraction of the marginal gingiva and providing a dry sulcus on a healthy periodontium. It can be used for taking material-based or digital impressions for Class II and V fillings.

Simple steps to a clean and dry working field.

  • Illustration of capsule tip being inserted into sulcus

    Extrude a small amount of paste and discard. Insert retraction capsule tip into the sulcus. The tissue is mechanically retracted.

  • Illustration of capsule and cord around tooth

    With the help of the orientation ring, place the tip in the sulcus. Slowly and steadily, inject astringent retraction paste. Completely fill the sulcus.

  • Illustration of astringent retraction paste around tooth

    Leave astringent retraction paste in place for a minimum of 2 minutes.

  • Illustration of water/air being sprayed on tooth

    Completely remove astringent retraction paste with air-water spray and suction.

View 3M™ Astringent Retraction Paste clinical case studies.

  • Clinical case image of astringent retraction paste being applied to tooth

    See how 3M™ Astringent Retraction Paste enables interproximal access and makes the process of gathering impressions for a crown replacement more convenient, hygienic and efficient.

  • Clinical case image of astringent retraction paste surrounding tooth

    Take a look at how 3M™ Astringent Retraction Paste effectively manages moisture and provides access to the preparation margin without the need for retraction cords.

  • Clinical case image of astringent retraction paste being applied to tooth

    Take a look at how 3M™ Astringent Retraction Paste effectively manages moisture and provides access to the preparation margin without the need for retraction cords.

Suggested applications
  • Marginal gingival retraction of healthy periodontium
  • Preparation for material-based or digital impressions
  • Preparation of Class II and Class V fillings
  • Preparation for cementation of temporary and permanent restorations

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