Category Spotlight: Patterson Chloroprene Exam Gloves

For dental professionals, personal protective equipment is practically a second skin. That’s why it’s as critical for PPE to provide everyday comfort as it is for it to keep wearers and patients safe. This is especially true when it comes to exam gloves, as following best practices for infection control means donning and removing pair after pair, sometimes more than once in a single appointment.

Dealing with difficult gloves—those that stick together, require multiple attempts to get on or off, or tear during use—not only slows down productivity but adds unnecessary stress to every workday. The same goes for gloves that cause sweating, cramping, and even allergic reactions. Patterson Chloroprene Exam Gloves, on the other hand, are designed for the realities of daily practice, offering an ideal combination of comfort, protection, and performance for every practitioner.

Comfort & Safety Without Compromise

Made from soft, hand-conforming polychloroprene synthetic polymer, Patterson Chloroprene Exam Gloves deliver all the benefits of natural rubber latex gloves—including durability, fit, and flexibility— without the associated allergic risk. 

For added convenience, Patterson Dental packages these latex- and powder-free gloves with Flat Stack Technology, which enables easy, one-at-a-time dispensing. “Removing these gloves from the box was never an issue, nor was donning and doffing,” affirmed Dr. Charles Liu. “They were very easy to put on, even when my hands were slightly wet.”

Along with simplifying donning and removal, Patterson Chloroprene Exam Gloves are engineered for extended wear. As Dr. Jeffrey Greene shared, “These gloves let me do long procedures without feeling that my hands are tired,” noting also that they minimize perspiration and feature a comfortable, “silky” feel.

Patterson Chloroprene Examination Gloves additionally offer a textured finish that allows a better grip in wet and dry conditions, as well as high tear-resistance without compromising tactile sensitivity. “The tactile feel is as if you don’t have a glove on, and I love that,” said Lisa Juliana, RDH. To ensure an exceptional fit for every hand, Patterson Chloroprene Exam Gloves come in 5 sizes—XS, S, M, L, and XL—and 3 unique colors—aqua, black, and pink.