Clinical Overview
SmartCord 02‑X is a knitted retraction cord made from 100% cotton and impregnated with Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate (ACH) at approximately 1.2 ± 0.8 mg per inch. Designed for ultra-fine sulcus management, it provides atraumatic tissue displacement and effective hemostasis—without epinephrine or vasoconstrictors.
Key Benefits
- Fine size (#00): Ideal for narrow sulcus or delicate tissue zones where minimal invasiveness is essential.
- ACH impregnation: Provides effective protein precipitation and hemostasis with minimal tissue collapse and systemic effects.
- No epinephrine: Safe for use in patients with cardiovascular sensitivities or vasoconstrictor contraindications.
- Knitted cotton structure: High absorbency and expansion with moisture improve contact in the sulcus.
- Innovative packaging features: Includes BobbinInside™ spool, ClearWindow™, SmartRuler™, and integrated zirconia EasyCut™ blade for hygienic, accurate, and tangle-free use.
- Fluorescent‑free dye: Hydrophilic dye without whitening agents avoids UV artifacts and supports biocompatibility.
Kit Contents
- 1 × ~254 cm (100 inch) spool of SmartCord 02‑X (Size #00 Fine)
- Integrated zirconia EasyCut™ cutting blade; printed SmartRuler™; ClearWindow™ view panel; BobbinInside™ spool system
Indications
- Gingival retraction and sulcus drying prior to digital or conventional impressions
- Margin exposure for crown, bridge, veneer, adhesive restorative procedures
- Ideal for ultra‑fine sulcus and anterior regions requiring gentle tissue management
- Particularly appropriate for patients where vasoconstrictor use is contraindicated
Instructions for Use
- Clean the tooth/preparation and assess sulcus anatomy.
- Measure necessary cord length using the printed SmartRuler™ and cut using the integrated zirconia EasyCut™ blade.
- Pack the cord gently into the sulcus using an appropriate cord‑packing instrument.
- Allow the cord to remain in place for approximately 1–2 minutes to achieve effective tissue displacement and hemostasis.
- Remove the cord gently and rinse thoroughly before proceeding with impression or cementation.
Summary
SmartCord 02‑X (Code EDSX‑B) offers ultra‑fine, impregnated gingival retraction with clinically effective aluminum chloride hemostasis. Its gentle profile, advanced spool design, and absence of epinephrine make it ideal for precision sulcus management and impression workflows in sensitive or narrow tissue settings.
Manufacturer: EastDent (SmartCord X series).
Regulatory: Impregnated with ACH (no epinephrine); hydrophilic dye free of fluorescent whitening agents; intended for professional dental use.
Contraindications: Do not use in patients allergic to cotton or aluminum chloride.
Expiry: Refer to spool label for batch-specific expiration.
