1. Bring material to room temperature before use. Remove the cap from the aluminum bag and place it in a suitable dispenser immediately before use.

2. Bend the tip of the cap into the required position, if necessary.

3. Dispense a small amount of paste onto a mixing pad and discard.

4. Rinse the sulcus thoroughly with water and dry it carefully from the side with an air stream (do not point the air stream directly into the sulcus).

5. Slowly apply the paste in a circular motion into the sulcus until the sulcus is filled and the paste excess comes out. To do this, the tip of the cap can be inserted into the sulcus up to the marginal epithelium, without pressure. To increase gingival retraction, an optional retraction cord can be inserted into the sulcus before applying the paste. When using retraction cuffs or caps, first apply the paste into the sulcus, insert the appropriate cuff or cap and then allow the patient to bite for 1 to 2 minutes.

6. The retention time of the VOCO Retraction Paste in the sulcus is 1 to 2 minutes. During this time, keep the treated area dry. VOCO Retraction Paste does not harden.

7. Afterwards, not later than 2 minutes, the paste must be completely removed from the mouth with an air-water spray. Use a suction device.

8. Carefully dry the prepared area from the side with the air stream, but do not point the air stream directly into the sulcus. If necessary, repeat the treatment from step 5 on.

9. Continue with the impression or restoration according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

The retention time of the VOCO Retraction Paste in the sulcus is 1 to 2 minutes but no more than 2 minutes. During this time, keep the treated area dry.

Yes. Rinse the sulcus thoroughly with water and dry it carefully from the side with an air stream (do not point the air stream directly into the sulcus) - this step will maximize success with the application of VOCO Retraction Paste

One capsule of VOCO Retraction Paste will retract the gingival sulcus of up to three teeth.

VOCO Retraction Paste (VRP) offers a simpler but effective alternative to traditional cord retraction.  It can achieve adequate retraction and hemostasis with often less clinical effort and dramatically higher patient comfort.  For more challenging retraction cases VRP is indicated for use in conjunction with packing cord to maximize retraction and hemostasis.

Yes, VOCO Retraction Paste effectively retracts the gingival tissue and controls bleeding, resulting in a dry field.  Many customers report that VOCO Retraction Paste exceeds  expectations in regard to controlling and preventing bleeding

No. Due to its aluminum chloride formulation rather than ferric sulfate (a common ingredient in other retraction pastes), it does not stain the teeth.

VOCO Retraction Paste must not be used in patients with diseased periodontium, open furcations or exposed bone. VOCO Retraction Paste contains aluminum chloride and kaolin. VOCO Retraction Paste should therefore not be used in patients with a known hypersensitivity (allergy) to these ingredients. Do not use in patients with active periodontitis.

Yes. VOCO Retraction Paste also works well with intra-oral scanners for digital impressions.

Store VOCO Retraction Paste at temperatures between 39 °F – 73 °F (4°C-23°C). Bring material to room temperature before use. Do not use after the expiry date.