Comparison Table for Dry Socket Treatment
| Hemostatic Agent | Sterile | Water-Soluble | Malleable | Fast-Acting | Natural |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surgifoam® Absorbable Gelatin Sponges by Ethicon Inc | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Medicom® SafeGauze® HemoStat™ Topical Hemostatic Dressing | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| BloodSTOP® Advanced Hemostasis Gauze | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Surgicel® Original Absorbable Hemostat by Ethicon Inc | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| Sterile Iodoform Packing Strip | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Iodoform Packing Strips | No | No | No | No | No |
| ActCel Hemostatic Gauze® by Coreva Health Sciences LLC | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Helistat® Absorbable Collagen Hemostatic Sponges | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Surgicel® Nu-Knit™ Absorbable Hemostat | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| ORCA™ Dry Socket All-Natural Liquid Treatment | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Top 10 Dental Dressing & Medicines
1. Surgifoam® Absorbable Gelatin Sponges by Ethicon Inc
Surgifoam® Absorbable Gelatin Sponges, U.S.P. are porcine gelatin absorbable sponges intended for hemostatic use by applying to a bleeding surface.
- Sterile
- Water soluble
- Malleable
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2. Medicom® SafeGauze® HemoStat™ Topical Hemostatic Dressing
Medicom® SafeGauze® HemoStat™ Topical Hemostatic Dressing controls bleeding and may be used in surgical applications.
Old Manufacturer #: 4900
Package Quantity: 20/Pkg
3. BloodSTOP® Advanced Hemostasis Gauze
BloodSTOP® is a natural, biocompatible, nonirritating, animal-free hemostatic agent that resembles traditional gauze. The Hemostatic Gauze rapidly absorbs blood and transforms into a gel to seal wounds with a protective layer and create an environment for wound healing.
- Fast-acting bleeding control
- Safe, odorless, tasteless, biocompatible
- Easy to use
- Single-use sterile packaging
- Acts in less than a minute
- Water soluble for easy removal without disruption to the wound surface
- Safe for all age groups
- Etherized, oxidized, regenerated natural cellulose
4. Surgicel® Original Absorbable Hemostat by Ethicon Inc
SURGICEL® Absorbable Hemostat is an absorbable knitted fabric that is used to control bleeding in surgical procedures.
- Powerful efficacy vs. antibiotic-resistant bacteria, including MRSA, VRE, PRSP and MRSE
- Safe, plant-based, and fully absorbable within 7-14 days
5. Sterile Iodoform Packing Strip
Sterile Iodoform Packing Strip can be used for nasal packing, drainage wicks, and packing wounds.
- Specially woven gauze will not ravel, lint, or fray.
- Impregnated with an iodoform solution
- 100% Cotton
6. Iodoform Packing Strips
Iodoform Packing Strips are made of 100% cotton. Fine mesh gauze is ideal for wet-to-dry packing.
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Size: 1/4″ x 5 Yards
7. ActCel Hemostatic Gauze® by Coreva Health Sciences LLC
ActCel Hemostatic Gauze® is created from regenerated cellulose and absorbs exudate such as blood and other bodily fluids.
- Quick clotting time
- No additives to delay healing
- Breaks down into the saline
- Sterile
- All-natural
8. Helistat® Absorbable Collagen Hemostatic Sponges
Helistat® Absorbable Collagen Hemostatic Sponges control bleeding within 2 to 5 minutes and are fully absorbable if left in after hemostasis. The pliable, nonfriable coherent structure allows easy control and eliminates unwanted dispersal over the operative site.
- Made with Ultra Pure Collagen™ from bovine tendon
- Can be wrapped, packed, sutured, or applied to a multitude of bleeding sites
- Promotes platelet aggregation
- Great adherence to the bleeding site
- No shedding, fragmenting, additional bleeding, or wound disturbance when removed
- Can be used wet or dry
- Soft and pliable
- Latex and gluten-free
9. Surgicel® Nu-Knit™ Absorbable Hemostat
Surgicel® Nu-Knit™ Absorbable Hemostat is a dense knit material that provides strength in heavy bleeding.
- Soft, pliable weave designed to hold a suture and for placement on delicate tissue
- 3 times dense than Surgicel® Original Absorbable Hemostat – 36% faster time to hemostasis
- Proven bactericidal properties
- Ideal for trauma, sternotomies, and solid organ procedures
10. ORCA™ Dry Socket All-Natural Liquid Treatment
ORCA™ Dry Socket is an all-natural, unmedicated liquid formulated with essential oils, aloe vera, and other proprietary natural ingredients to relieve the symptoms of dry sockets. Simply place 8 to 10 drops onto an ORCA™ Foam sponge or similar absorbable sponge, then apply directly to the oral areas experiencing dry socket discomfort.
- Over 95% of patients experience resolution with just one treatment
- Designed for oral surgery and dental applications
- Can also be used with a gauze strip (removal required)
