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Tissue management using RetraXil for reliable exposure of subgingival margins after preparation of tooth 36.
“RetraXil has become a valuable part of my soft-tissue management protocol. It provides predictable gingival displacement and clear exposure of subgingival margins, making both scanning and restorative procedures more accurate and efficient.”
Clinical Case
A 45-year-old female patient presented with an indirect crown restoration on a mandibular first molar (36). The existing restoration exhibited an insufficient distal margin, leading to recurrent caries and localized gingival inflammation. Following removal of the existing restoration, the tooth was prepared for a new indirect adhesive restoration. The cervical margin extended slightly subgingivally, compromising visibility and adequate isolation. To achieve predictable gingival displacement and effective haemostasis prior to digital impression, RetraXil was placed within the gingival sulcus.
Following removal of the paste, adequate gingival retraction and clear margin exposure were achieved, facilitating accurate digital impression and subsequent fabrication of the final restoration.
Clinical preoperative view of a deep interproximal carious lesion on the distal surface of the mandibular first molar (36), extending below the gingival margin.
Application of RetraXil into the sulcus around the prepared tooth 36.
Clinical view after removal of the paste, demonstrating effective gingival retraction and clear exposure of the preparation margins.
Digital intraoral scan demonstrating a clearly visible finish line following soft tissue management with RetraXil paste.
Final cemented crown demonstrating optimal marginal adaptation, facilitated by accurate digital impression and effective soft tissue management.
Post-operative clinical view demonstrating the harmonious integration of the definitive restoration with the adjacent dentition and healthy gingival tissues.
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Global Marketing Communication Manager
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Andreas Frank
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