Finally: A Gown That Solves Sleeve Ride-Up
As a dental hygienist, your biggest PPE frustration isn’t just about protection—it’s about the *fit*. How many times have you perfectly tucked your gown’s elastic cuff into your glove, only to have it ride up your forearm 10 minutes into a scaling procedure? That gap at your wrist is more than annoying; it’s a point of contamination. The Medtecs IL-2022YTU was built with your exact frustration in mind. Its primary feature: integrated thumb loops that *anchor* the sleeves in place.
The Power of the Thumb Loop
This simple design element is a total game-changer for your workflow. The thumb loop hooks over your thumb, keeping the cuff flat and secure *before* you even put on your gloves. When you don your gloves, the seal is perfect, complete, and stays that way. You can reach, stretch, and work with full confidence, knowing there is no gap for aerosols or fluids to reach your skin.
Protection You Won’t Overheat In
Of course, a good fit means nothing without protection. This AAMI Level 1 gown is a major step up from basic paper-like gowns.
- 4-Layer SMMS Fabric: Provides a fluid-resistant barrier (AATCC 42 certified) against the spray from your ultrasonic scaler and polisher.
- 22gsm Lightweight Material: It’s breathable. You get the barrier protection of SMMS without the ‘plastic bag’ feel, keeping you cooler during long appointments.
- Overhead Design: Slips on and off quickly, helping you stay on schedule.
The Hygienist’s Go-To Gown
This is the workhorse gown you’ve been looking for. It’s the perfect intersection of smart design (thumb loops), compliant protection (AAMI Level 1), and all-day comfort (breathable SMMS). Stop compromising and get the gown that lets you focus on your patient, not on your PPE.
Why This Gown is Built for You:
This gown is ideal for every part of your day, from patient setup to breakdown, and especially during:
- Ultrasonic and manual scaling
- Polishing and air-flow procedures
- Applying fluoride and sealants
- Patient X-rays and education
Gown Feature Showdown: Why Thumb Loops Win
A simple elastic cuff is a design flaw for active procedures. See how the IL-2022YTU’s design provides a better solution.
| Sleeve Feature | Medtecs IL-2022YTU | Standard Gown (Elastic Cuff) |
|---|---|---|
| Glove Seal | Perfect, Gap-Free Seal | Prone to Gaps, Bunches Up |
| Security | Stays in Place All Procedure | Rides Up Forearm with Movement |
| Donning | Easy; Glove goes over cuff | Difficult; Must ‘tuck’ cuff in |
| Contamination Risk | Minimal | High (Exposed Wrist) |
