When it comes to choosing cotton pellets, size matters more than you might think, and with Richmond’s range, you have options tailored for everything from restorative work to surgery.
Richmond’s cotton pellets are made from 100% medical-grade purified cotton.
This high-quality cotton ensures consistency, absorbency, and safety, making them a trusted tool in dental operatories. They’re widely used to carry medicaments like:
- Chlorhexidine
- HemaDent (to promote clotting)
- Alcohol
- EDTA
- Irrigating solutions
Understanding Richmond’s Pellet Sizes
When ordering Richmond cotton pellets, remember the larger the pellet, the smaller the number.
| Size | Diameter | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9/32″ | Restorative procedures |
| 2 | 7/32″ | Restorative, general use |
| 3 | 5/32″ | Endodontics, narrower access |
| 4 | 1/8″ | Canal drying, surgical prep |
To streamline workflow, Richmond offers dispensers built for speed and reliability:
- Easy-Up Dispenser: “You can hold pellet sizes one through five by simply interchanging the grid size.”
This solution is perfect for bulk ordering and quick access. - Tilt-Top Dispenser: “It’s a high-quality dispenser known to last 30+ years and always look brand new.”
- Temple Dispenser: “It can accommodate four different size refill boxes at once-so you can go from one size to another without changing the dispenser.”
All Richmond dispensers are fully autoclavable, ensuring compliance with infection control standards.
Not sure which to choose? Discover the difference the right pellet size can make, watch our quick video guide or Contact us !

