- Purpose:
- Used to temporarily displace the gum tissue away from the tooth
- Allows for clear access and an accurate impression of the prepared tooth margin
Size:
- Size 0 is a smaller-diameter cord, making it suitable for delicate gingival tissue and tighter sulci
- Impregnation:
- Impregnated with aluminum chloride hexahydrate (AlCl3·6H2O), a hemostatic agent that helps control bleeding and tissue seepage during the procedure
- Knitted design:
- Offers superior absorbency and resists fraying, which makes it easier to pack into the sulcus
- Safety:
- If touched by a bur, the knitted material will cut cleanly without getting entangled, ensuring a safer procedure
- Color-coded:
- The purple color indicates the size 0 cord, which aids in easy identification
- Packaging:
- Sold in a bottle containing 100"/254cm of cord
- Cap includes a ceramic blade for easy cutting
