From nitrile and chloroprene exam gloves to masks specially designed for sensitive skin, Patterson PPE earns reader loyalty on the strength of its products—and its people
PPE isn't optional—but that doesn't mean it has to be a compromise. The products clinicians appreciate most are the ones they barely have to think about: they fi t well, hold up through a full day of patient care, reorder without a hassle, and make the workday easier rather than harder. For a growing number of DPS readers, Patterson's house-brand PPE clears that bar.
"I like the Patterson gloves we use," said Kim Brackeen, a hygienist in Plano, TX. "They fit nicely and don't seem to tear or rip easily."
A good solution for those at risk of developing a natural rubber latex allergy, Patterson TactileGuard Ultra 3G gloves offer tactile sensitivity and protection from bloodborne pathogens.
With a beaded cuff and 3.0-mil fingertip thickness, they come in sizes small through extra-large.
"I love Patterson nitrile exam gloves because they provide a good fit—not too tight or too loose," said Keiko Stanberry, RDH. "I also like them because for me personally, as someone with sensitive skin, the gloves don't make my hands irritated or itchy."
Gloves That Grip
Patterson Chloroprene Exam Gloves are made of an innovative polychloroprene synthetic polymer, which offers exceptional comfort, fit, grip, tactile sensitivity, and tear resistance.
“The finger portion is long enough without pull or sag, and the hand portion fits well without binding tightly,” said Dr. Cynthia Leung, who typically has trouble finding gloves to fit her long, thin fingers. “Being able to don the gloves without restriction of fit improves my chairside comfort.”
With Patterson’s Flat Stack Technology, the gloves are packaged using a fully automated flat-stacking process for easy, one-at-a-time dispensing. Donning is made easy by the gloves’ exceptional strength and elasticity, and the color selection—aqua, black, and pink—is pleasing to both clinicians and patients.
“Every glove in the box was in one piece, with no missing fingers or bands/cuffs that came off while donning,” said Donna Shewbert, RDH.
Masks That Meet the Mark
The Patterson Procedure Earloop Mask for Sensitive Skin is designed for clinicians who spend long stretches masked up, pairing ASTM Level 3 barrier protection with a lightweight, breathable, cellulose-blend inner layer that softens with wear and stays cool against the skin.
A wicking technology helps keep the face dry through longer procedures, while soft, rounded earloops and a pliable, form-fitting nose and chin band create a secure fit—without the pinching, fogged eyeglasses, or irritation that can come with everyday masks.
“The soft, long wire piece at the nose gives a better fi t and seal to the face, with better moisture control inside the mask,” said Dr. Suzanne Setayesh, who added that the Patterson Procedure Earloop Mask for Sensitive Skin performed better than many other Level 3 masks she has used in the past. “The mask is lightweight with material that made it easy to breathe, has a soft lining that is thick but very comfortable, reduced fog on my eyeglasses, and has earloops that don’t pull on my ears.”
