FDA Guildelines About Handheld Barriers

The FDA has issued guidance documents to help manufacturers and end-users maintain clean and sterile medical devices.* These documents offer recommendations regarding proper cleaning and preventative measures to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. The FDA included barriers in its recommendations. If dental equipment cannot be sterilized, a barrier must be used.

Sterility Solutions

Today, TIDI^®Products handheld barriers offer sterility solutions by reducing the risk of cross-contamination and the need for harsh disinfectants to sterilize equipment. Using handheld barriers both aligns with FDA guidelines and can improve equipment lifespan. TIDI’s disposable barriers are individually wrapped with an easy-peel outer wrapping to protect sleeves from contamination, and include: known to reduce light and energy output

• A SureCure Window for curing lights and intra-oral cameras, reducing air bubbles and wrinkles that are
• SureClear Window for x-ray sensors that reduces image distortion
• Custom fit with soft, rounded edges for patient comfort