title: Local and systemic effects of mechanico-chemical retraction.
abstract: The process of recording an acceptable fixed prosthodontic impression must include appropriate tissue management. This article reviews the effects of mechanical and chemical tissue retraction for fixed prosthodontics, specifically discussing the use of retraction cord with or without chemicals to control sulcular hemorrhage and moisture. Common astringents, hemostatics, and vasoconstrictors used in dentistry as gingival retraction agents are discussed, and recommendations for modification of patient and treatment management are provided.
authors.affiliation: Director of Pharmacy Services, Kalispell Regional Medical Center, Kalispell, Montana; Clinical Professor, University of Montana, Skaggs School of Pharmacy, Missoula, Montana; Clinical Associate Professor, Oregon Health and Science University, School of Dentistry, Portland, Oregon.
authors.forename: Mark
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Donaldson
authors.affiliation: Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Oral Medicine, University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Adjunct Assistant Professor, Division of Oral Diagnosis, Department of Diagnostic Sciences, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, Newark, New Jersey; Research Dentist, Clinical Research and Education, DENTSPLY Caulk, Milford, Delaware; Private Practice, Havertown, Pennsylvania.
authors.forename: Jason H
authors.initials: JH
authors.lastname: Goodchild
mesh_terms: D001252:Astringents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003761:Dental Impression Technique / Q000295:instrumentation; D060745:Gingival Retraction Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation; D006490:Hemostatics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D007616:Kaolin / Q000627:therapeutic use; D013784:Textiles / Q000145:classification; D014662:Vasoconstrictor Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D001252:Astringents; D006490:Hemostatics; D014662:Vasoconstrictor Agents; D007616:Kaolin