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Local Hemostatic Methods

References

Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient. Little, Falace, Miller, Rhodus.  8th Edition

  • Gauze sponges used as pressure pack
  • Gelfoam - absorbable gelatin powder placed in socket
  • Surgicel - oxidized cellulose placed in socket 
  • Suturing
  • Stents placed over surgical sites (may be custom made)
  • Tranexamic acid or aminocaproic acid as mouthrinse and/or to soak sponges postoperatively
  • Bone wax
  • Thrombin
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