RepliCare® Hydrocolloid Dressing

Hydrocolloid Dressings are substances that convert into a gel when in contact with wound fluid. The moist environment created under the dressing speeds the natural healing process, reduces pain, and protects against bacterial infection. These dressings have been clinically shown to facilitate the removal of dead tissue and debris through the process of autolytic debridement. They also reduce the risk of wound infection by providing an effective barrier to external contamination by microorganisms.

3M™ Tegaderm™ Hydrocolloid Dressing

Part of the healing process is patient comfort. These dressing’s have been clinically shown to reduce pain during dressing removal and application. Hydrocolloidal’s also foster an environment that enables a faster healing process when compared to regular gauze.

These dressings reduce friction on the wound by using a unique polyurethane film. The adhesive actually interacts with skin moisture to provide a gentle seal or barrier. Some of these dressings are thin enough to provide the physician or medical professional to monitor the wounds healing progression.

3M™ Tegaderm™ Hydrocolloid Dressing

These dressings continue to function as a post healing protection. Most of these dressings are flexible and will conform to difficult anatomical locations. The adhesive location and design also allow application with gloves. The wear time is up to 7 days providing leakage does not occur.

The designs also prevent rollup and bunching. This is an important feature, when these dressing are used in post op circumstances or to manage IV Sites. These items are often used in the consumer market, without physician’s and are very effective in managing minor cuts, abrasions, burns, blisters, corns, and bunions. These home remedies can save money, and prevent unnecessary visits to the podiatrist or dermatologist.