NeoDrys saliva absorbents maintain a dry field, provide cheek retraction and protection, and help improve visualization of the treatment area
Cotton rolls have long been a staple in dental practices when it comes to creating a dry working field and gently retracting soft tissues across a range of procedures. However, using cotton rolls can sometimes result in messy leaks as they become saturated with saliva and other oral fluids, and they may also leave behind loose fibers in the oral cavity—problems that can interfere with the procedure and lead to patient discomfort.
Superior Absorbency
Enter Microcopy’s NeoDrys—innovative saliva absorbents that effectively trap moisture as a gel, provide excellent cheek retraction and protection, and prioritize patient comfort—ultimately enhancing clinical efficiency and the overall patient experience.
“NeoDrys offer clinicians a broader isolation field with greater visibility than traditional cotton rolls would achieve,” said Kim Williams, RDH, BS, who practices in Ridgeland, MS. “I also feel they have superior absorbency, as we aren't constantly replacing them to ensure adequate moisture control; NeoDrys last the entire procedure without a problem.”
Ease of Use and Patient Comfort
With medical-grade polly netting and unique Comfort Edge technology, NeoDrys adhere gently to tissue and feature a soft, flexible edge with no sharp corners. They are also designed to prevent moisture contamination during procedures for up to 15 minutes.
“There are 2 different sizes available, and the smaller size especially comes in handy for pediatric patients or for adults with smaller mouths or tight vestibular retraction areas,” Williams said. “NeoDrys stay where they are placed and are more pliable than some other products, making removal easy. I can just slide them out whether they are wet or dry without harming any tissue.”
Additionally, Williams appreciates NeoDrys’ reflective backing option, which helps increase illumination in the oral cavity during treatment. “It kind of acts like another mirror, further improving visibility,” she explained.
An Operatory Must-Have
“If I’m applying a sealant or silver diamine fluoride, I like to lay them across the patient’s tongue to keep it from contaminating the tooth surface,” Williams added, finding that NeoDrys absorbents allow her to perform these procedures without an assistant. “Our office assistants regularly shop around the market in search of the best products at a reasonable price point,” she concluded. “There is never a question about ordering NeoDrys; they are always on our list of must-have products.”
