Ultrapak cord is made of 100% cotton, knitted into thousands of tiny loops to form long, interlocking chains.
This unique knitted design exerts a gentle, continuous outward force following placement, as the knitted loops seek to open.
Optimal tissue displacement occurs in 3–8 minutes.
INDICATIONS:
#0 (purple and white) - Substitute for black silk suture as lower cord in the “two-cord” technique; lower anteriors; when luting near gingival margin (class III, IV, and V restorations)
#00 (black and yellow) - Substitute for black silk suture as lower cord in the “two-cord” technique; preparing and cementing veneers; restorative procedures dealing with thin, friable tissues
#000 (black and purple) - Substitute for black silk suture as lower cord in the “two-cord” technique for anterior teeth with thin, friable tissues
The original—and smallest—knitted cord
Provides rapid tissue displacement, detailed margins, and quality impressions
Facilitates easy packing and stays placed better than any twisted or braided cord
Compresses upon packing then expands for optimal retraction
Does not entangle in diamond bur
Bright colors facilitate easy location and removal
Available with or without epinephrine*
High carbon steel blade ensures a clean cut
Thin plastic gate prevents cord from falling into the bottle upon cutting
Ruler printed on label provides easy cord measurement