摘要 |
The present invention relates to a novel haemostatic composition which is particularly useful for ensuring proper haemostasis and keeping a sulcus open after a gingivectomy procedure. According to the invention, said composition is provided in the form of an extrudable hydrophilic paste and contains, expressed in weight percentage relative to the total weight of said composition: 5 to 15 % of an astringent, preferably aluminium chloride; 2 to 15 % of kaolinite clay, preferably kaolin; 10 to 20 % of a texturising agent including one or more natural polysaccharide(s) having a gelling or thickening capacity, optionally combined with plant fibres; 50 to 70 % of water; 0 to 20 % of a humectant, the total amount of water and humectant being 55 to 75 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition. The invention can be used in the dental field. |