Smartcord X

Smartcord X is a knitted retraction cord, made of 100% cotton, impregnated with Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate 1.2±0.8 mg per inch of cord.

So it is very effective in temporary gingival retraction and hemostasis of the gingival margin. Aluminum Chloride is most popularly used chemical reagents, and least irritating of all the medicaments used for impregnating retraction cords.

Epinephrine impregnated cord can cause elevation in blood pressure and tachycardia, especially if the gingival tissue is bleeding due to laceration.

Smartcord X contains no epinephrine, if used properly, is safe in use without any side effects.

UNIQUE

100% Cotton

Smartcord X is the only knitted cotton fiber cord impregnated with Aluminum Chloride.

CLEAN

Zirconia Blade

Smartcord X comes with a zirconia blade which keeps cords clean and hygienic without corrosion.

SAFE

No Epinephrine

Smartcord X contains no epinephrine. The use of vasoconstrictors for gingival retractions and bleeding control is potentially dangerous and should be avoided.

EFFECTIVE

Aluminum Chloride (AlCl3(H2O))

Smartcord X is 100% cotton cord impregnated with Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate 1.2±0.8 mg per inch of cord, so very effective in hemostasis.

• No systemic effects
• Least irritating of all chemicals
• Hemostasis
• Little sulcus collapse after cord removal

Comparison of photos between Smartcord and the retraction cord of “U” company under a UV lamp.

The retraction cord of “U” company shows an illuminated surface . This means fluorescent whitening agents are included. But, in Smartcord, there is no change, because Smartcord is dyed with hydrophilic dye that does not contain with no fluorescent whitening agents. This makes the use safe and decreases the chances of side effects in the clinic.