title: Evaluation of a novel compule-based gingival retraction system in UK general dental practices.
abstract: Twelve members were selected at random from the PREP panel, a group of UK-based dentists who are prepared to carry out research in their practices. A questionnaire was designed to determine the views of the participants, who were asked to use the retraction paste capsules where clinically indicated. They were asked to return the questionnaire after 8 weeks and the information contained therein was collated and presented mainly on visual analogue scales (VAS). A total of 160 impressions were taken using the Astringent Retraction Paste (3M ESPE, Seefeld, Germany) plus use in the placement of 25 restorations. Of evaluators, 83% (n = 10) agreed that Astringent Retraction Paste was a suitable product for gingival retraction and 75% (n = 9) agreed that it had good haemostatic properties. Overall dispensing and handling of the paste was rated as 4.9 on a VAS scale where 1 = Inconvenient and 5 = Convenient. The viscosity of the paste was rated as 3.6 on a VAS where 1 = too thin and 5 = too thick. Good scores were achieved across all criteria for the product. Clinical Relevance: Practitioners may wish to be aware of a novel compule-based gingival retraction system.
authors: F J Trevor
authors: FJ
authors: Burke
authors: Russell John
authors: RJ
authors: Crisp
mesh_terms: D001252:Astringents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D055812:Community-Based Participatory Research; D003761:Dental Impression Technique; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent; D005260:Female; D005792:General Practice, Dental; D060745:Gingival Retraction Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000592:standards*; D006490:Hemostatics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D006113:United Kingdom; D014783:Viscosity; D064232:Visual Analog Scale
chemical_list: D001252:Astringents; D006490:Hemostatics