Description
iM3 Airgid - Large
20 mm x 20 mm x 20 mm = 8,000 mm3
20 pieces of Haemostatic Gelatin Collagen Sponges with Silver
Airgid is a gelatin sponge containing colloidal silver that can be used to prevent wound infection and post-extraction bleeding. Unlike pure gelatin sponges, the presence of silver helps to provide antibacterial activity during the entire absorption time.
- Prompt surgical haemostasis
- Coagulum support
- Broad antibacterial effect
- Complete resorption
BENEFITS
Prompt achievement and maintenance of surgical haemostasis is essential for successful wound healing. Normal healing is initiated by the formation of a coagulum that closes the wound. If the coagulum is not formed or if it is destroyed or lost, healing is disturbed.
Using Airgid promotes the formation of and reduces the risk to the blood coagulum so that productive healing can begin.
HOW IT WORKS
Airgid works to prevent wound infection as well as control primary, reactionary and secondary post-extraction bleeding.
When applied, an Airgid sponge can absorb more than its own weight in blood, reducing the ‘dead space’ of the wound and stabilising the blood coagulum. This is the first step in gaining haemostasis. Primary haemorrhage is arrested as the Airgid fits snuggly into the cavity.
Reactionary haemorrhage is deterred as the close-fitting Airgid prevents gaps and secondary cavities from forming when the blood coagulum contracts.
Airgid helps to prevent secondary haemorrhage which is usually caused by infection and can occur up to fourteen days post-surgery. The silver ions of the colloidal silver, which is bound to the gelatin sponge, are activated and as they are highly responsive to the moist environment, they readily reduce the presence of bacteria at the site. As the sponge is resorbed, the silver continues to be released extending the antibacterial effect, preventing infection and further promoting healing. Local delivery of the silver directly at the intended site of action means less systemic circulation and reduced risk of systemic side-effects.
HOW TO USE AIRGID
Once the tooth has been extracted and the site has filled with blood, dry Airgid is applied into the wound. Airgid can be cut to size to fit snuggly but should not be compressed.
The sponge will fill with blood and at once works to encourage the formation of blood coagulum and stop bleeding. There is no need for further irrigation as the placement of Airgid stands as treatment of the alveolus. If required, the wound can now be sutured with Airgid in place
Keep lid tightly closed for longer shelf life
Larger volume cubes of Airgid giving better value.
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Testimonial by Dr Anna Keating, Wyndham Veterinary Clinic, Werribee, VIC in Vet Practice Magazine
Airgid is a gelatin collagen sponge that's impregnated with silver. It's very handy for stopping bleeding after dental extractions.
What's good about it
Once you have completed an extraction, you can place on Airgid sponge in the dental alveoli and it will stop the bleeding. It also acts as an antibacterial. Each Airgid sponge can absorb more than its own weight in blood. The gum con be sutured over the extraction site as the sponge will be absorbed by the body. Additionally, it promotes bone growth in the empty socket.
Even though they come in two sizes, they can be cut down if needed. It makes surgery much easier when it's difficult to control bleeding in a tooth socket. There are not many things that so quickly and efficiently stop bleeding when you're busy operating. The sponge expands, stops the blood and allows you to visualise the surgery clearly.
After all dental procedures requiring extractions, we recommend soft food but it really depends on how many teeth ore extracted. There are usually gingival sutures placed, thus it's important to avoid things like bones and hard chew toys.
Airgid is a great product designed specifically for dental extractions. It stops bleeding, supports coagulation, acts as an antibacterial and is completely absorbed over time. Airgid comes in small and large sizes with 20 pieces per container.
What's not so good
Once opened, the container needs to be properly sealed or the Airgid sponges will absorb moisture. This will render them useless.
Where did you get it
iM3 (im3vet.com.au)
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