Prior to the 2020 pandemic, not many people would have predicted that face masks, gloves, and hand sanitizers would become daily topics of conversation in households around the globe. While the concept may have been new to the general public, personal protective equipment (PPE) has always been of utmost importance in a clinical setting. Taking precautions to protect themselves and patients from biological and chemical hazards is a no-brainer for clinicians, but some practitioners are taking protection a step further by choosing PPE—and other dental products—that protect our planet.
A leading manufacturer of infection control products, Cranberry USA created an environmentally friendly nitrile glove that offers practitioners a sustainable choice to reduce their environmental impact. Cranberry’s Bio Nitrile Biodegradable Exam Gloves combine durability, comfort, function, and sustainability, allowing dental practices to adopt an eco-friendly approach without sacrificing protection.
Protecting the Planet
“I love that Bio Nitrile gloves are environmentally friendly,” shared Jessica Allbritten, RDH, who appreciates Cranberry’s efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of dental products. Bio Nitrile gloves are made with biodegradable properties that promote microbial activity within a landfill to break down the material completely within 1 to 3 years. With over 80% of the glove decomposing in 1.5 years, Dr. Partha Mukherji said, “I love the environmentally friendly aspect of these gloves.”
Protecting Practitioners
While dental manufacturers and dental practices are doing their part to protect the planet, a biodegradable glove is useless if it doesn’t protect the practitioner and patient from biological and chemical hazards. Bio Nitrile—and all Cranberry gloves—are designed with the highest quality of strength and endurance to resist punctures and tears. “I love the durability,” shared Tara Cabral, RDH, who was pleasantly surprised that “something environmentally friendly could be so comfortable.”
Comfort & Fit
Designed for optimal comfort and fit, Bio Nitrile gloves are available in 5 sizes. With textured fingertips and high dexterity, the gloves allow clinicians to perform intricate dental procedures in comfort.
Dr. Mukherji enjoyed “the sleek feel and overall fit of the Bio Nitrile gloves” and said they “are definitely some of the best gloves I’ve worn.” Allbritten called it a “strong, thin, comfortable, soft, and easy-to-don glove that’s offered at a good price point.” Pleased to have a glove that’s protecting practitioners while protecting the earth, she declared, “These gloves are perfection!”
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