Some of the most common complaints with N95 respirators are poor fit, tight straps, and abrasion to the ears and face. ReadiMask is unique: it has no straps and fits to the face using a biocompatible adhesive. It is a rectangular, NIOSH approved N95 respirator with an adhesive border. ReadiMask applies to the face in only 4 steps, which we illustrate in the photos below. It is available in three sizes: small, large, and extra large.
Step 1: apply to sides of the nose
Step 2: seal horizontally across the cheeks
Step 3: seal vertically down the cheeks
Step 4: pinch the entire bottom of the mask together
Done!
Initial Insights
There are no straps to get tangled in hair or hurt your ears, it seals on just about any face shape, and it’s lightweight!
This is so much better than the many layers I have to wear right now.
I could breathe easily.
When removing, secure your skin and gently peel from the side.
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Take-home whitening kits are more popular than ever as they become more effective with new technology, offering better results in less time with fewer risks. Pola Light from SDI is a take-home whitening system that is available exclusively through dentists, which ensures the patient makes an informed decision on which whitening system is best for them. The kit consists of an LED mouthpiece, charging cord, and a whitening gel which is available in two varieties: 9.5% hydrogen peroxide and 22% carbamide peroxide. This system reportedly offers noticeable whitening of teeth in just 5 days with two 10- or 15-minute sessions per day at home. SDI offers an online selection tool that clinicians can use to help the patient choose which system is right for them.
Hygienist and patient discussing the chosen whitening kit
Hygienist showing a patient how to dispense gel into the tray
Initial Insights:
It’s nice to get advice on which system I should get, rather than guessing online.
It was really well-balanced; it didn’t feel like it wanted to fall out of my mouth.
The tray was actually comfortable. I’ve tried others that hurt and this one didn’t.
I can taste some of the whitening gel from the bottom of the tray. Next time maybe I’ll use less gel.
Super easy to use: twice a day for just a short time, straight-forward instructions. I like that it’s portable and doesn’t require being plugged into the wall during use.
Blue light activates hydrogen peroxide option and red light activates carbamide peroxide option.
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Dry mouth is a symptom experienced by many patients, be it from medication or an existing condition. A variety of products are available to dispel dry mouth with a rinse or spray. One is lubricity, a spray that is alcohol- and sugar-free that reportedly provides relief for up to 4 hours. It is available in 0.5-2.0 fl oz bottles, small enough to fit within a hand or a pocket.
Initial Insights
I love the 0.5 fl oz bottle; perfect for work. Bonus that it only has 5 ingredients where others have twice as many.
I was expecting a flavor even though it said it was flavorless. I was pleasantly surprised that there actually wasn’t flavor!
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The Palmero® Foaming Hand Sanitizer is a latex-compatible hand sanitizer with 62% ethyl alcohol (ethanol) as the antiseptic ingredient. The bottle dispenses a portion of foam which dries when rubbed on the hands, reportedly killing 99.99% of bacteria. On the pump is a simple turn-to-unlock mechanism to control when sanitizer can be dispensed.
Dispensing Palmero Foaming Hand Sanitizer
Initial Insights
As someone with constantly dry hands, I appreciated that it didn’t sting my skin.
It dried really quickly and left no sticky residue.
The smell was very strong at first but it dissipated pretty quickly.
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Cavex Oral Pre-Rinse (Cavex) is a 1.5% stabilized hydrogen peroxide rinse designed for patient use prior to dental treatment. The bottle itself has an integrated dispensing cup, which eliminates excess waste and allows for precise portioning of the 500mL of rinse. It is recommended to rinse for 30-60 seconds. It is currently available in Europe; coming soon to North America.
Initial Insights
The flavor is light and did not have an overwhelming taste of peroxide.
During use, there was a very slight bubbling effect.
The dose cup is perfect for getting just the right amount without guessing and wasting any.
I really like the absence of any dyes.
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Easy Flow is a small, portable air filtration system intended for use with any face mask, during work or for everyday use. It is designed to create air flow in the mask while cooling and freshening the air inside the mask. Watch one of our consultant’s videos here!
Attaching Easy Flow
Easy Flow in use during a dental procedure
Easy Flow in use by a dental lab technician
Initial Insights
You can position easily under a mask using the provided magnet connector.
I wear a level 3 mask with a level 1 over it. It gets very hot, and Easy Flow makes it much more tolerable.
It’s great to have options on wearing it with the clip or lanyard.
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