Bleeding and sulcular fluid play crucial roles in determining whether a restoration, an impression, or a bonded surface will hold up over time. Even small amounts of moisture at the wrong moment can compromise an otherwise clean operative field. Achieving rapid, profound hemostasis is a foundational skill of operative dentistry. Astringedent™ X hemostatic stops bleeding, even in cases where conventional hemostatics can fall short.

Astringedent X hemostatic and the Metal Dento-Infusor™ tip facilitate profound hemostasis. Photos courtesy of Dr. Bruce LeBlanc.

“I often say that over time soft tissues will heal but leaky, poor fitting margins will never heal,” says Ultradent Founder, Dr. Dan Fischer. “It's critical that as clinicians we do whatever we must do to stop bleeding.”

Tissue Management Technique, Step by Step

1. Scrub the cut bleeding tissue with the Metal Dento-Infusor™ tip.

With the Metal Dento-Infusor tip, scrub Astringedent X hemostatic firmly against the cut bleeding tissues until bleeding stops. The action of scrubbing, not a passive application, is what allows the ferric sulfate chemistry to do its work. Scrubbing breaks through any developing coagulum and brings the hemostatic into direct contact with the active bleed site, which is where the coagulative reaction actually needs to happen.

2. Test for profound hemostasis with a firm air/water spray.

Give a firm air/water spray to remove the residual coagulum and to test for profound hemostasis. If bleeding continues, repeat the first step. Astringedent X hemostatic is designed for complete hemostasis, and the rinse is what confirms whether the field is truly dry or if another pass is needed before moving on. A clean rinse with no re-bleeding is the green light.

3. Place retraction cord to set up the procedure.

After complete hemostasis has been attained, excellent retraction is achieved using Ultrapak™ knitted cord placed with the Ultrapak™ packer. Cord placement after hemostasis preserves the dry field that Astringedent X hemostatic creates and gives clinicians the controlled environment needed for steps that follow.

When the field is truly dry, bonds hold, impressions and scans can be read cleanly, and crown margins seat the way they should.

Learn more about Astringedent X hemostatic here. 

What Clinicians Are Saying

“I have been using Astringedent X now daily. I absolutely love it. The tissue retracts nicely, the cleanup is easy, the patients are handling the taste fine, and it has made my job so much easier. Astringedent X washes away well, leaving little to no residue. It keeps the tissue dry and tight long enough for me to complete the procedure. I have been using the ”X” for everything.”

— Dr. Kristina Wiley

“I use Astringedent X exclusively. During my [at the time] nine and a half years of practice I have had to redo an impression only four times. To clarify that further, two were on the same person due to gagging reflexes. Now I know I don't crown as much as most, but I have done plenty enough to know how well this works in comparison to other products.”

— Ultradent Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Jaleena Fischer-Jessop

“Astringedent X is a game-changing product without rival that enables me to confidently stop tissue bleeding quickly. It receives my highest endorsement for a product that not only delivers what it promises but exceeded my expectations.”

— Dr. Bruce LeBlanc

“Astringedent X is a product that should be in every office. Having the ability to create a controlled work environment with no bleeding aids in consistently achieving nice, bonded restorations and good, sharp crown and bridge impressions. In the event of problematic bleeding with oral surgery procedures, Astringedent X is excellent when combined with pressure to stop stubborn bleed sites. I view it as cheap insurance to ensure you have a good day at the office.”

— Dr. Craig Janssen

“With other hemostatic products it seems like you are always fighting a losing battle. Astringedent X stops any bleeding… end of story.”

— Dr. Adam DeLee