Comparison Table for Cotton Rolls & Alternatives
| Dental Supply | Features | Material | Quantity per pack | Sterilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reflective Dry Tips® | Additional visibility and enhanced absorbency | Flexible material | 50 | Nonsterile |
| Roeko Cotton Rolls | High absorbency, soft and smooth, non-chlorine bleached | Cotton | 1000 | Nonsterile |
| Defend® Cotton Rolls | Superior absorbency, nonlinting, soft texture, 100% virgin cotton | Cotton | 2000 | Nonsterile |
| NeoDrys® Saliva Absorbents – Reflective | Control the risk of parotid saliva contamination, poly film for cutting barrier | Cellulose and poly film | 50 | Nonsterile |
| NeoDrys® Saliva Absorbents – Original | Control the risk of parotid saliva contamination, poly film for cutting barrier | Cellulose and poly film | 50 | Nonsterile |
| Dri-Angle® Cotton Roll Alternative | Absorbent, cellulose triangle for a dry field | Cellulose | 400 | Nonsterile |
| Dri-Aid™ Cotton Wafers | Thin, absorbent, protective replacements for cotton rolls | Cotton | 750 | Nonsterile |
| TIDI Cotton Rolls | Machine-rolled, non-linting, soft, and pliable cylinders | Cotton | 2000 | Nonsterile |
| Braided Cotton Rolls | Unique wicking action, does not stick to mucosa, flexible design | Purified, medical-grade cotton and silky yarn | Not specified | Nonsterile |
| Roeko Parotisrolls | Absorbent, single-use rolls for parotid saliva control | Paper and cotton wool | 200 | Nonsterile |
Cotton rolls and other similar alternatives are used during dental procedures to reduce the saliva flow, keep the mouth open and retract the cheeks.
Top 10 Absorbent Sponges for Dental Offices
1. Reflective Dry Tips®
Reflective Dry Tips® are an alternative to cotton rolls and other absorbent pads.
- Offer additional visibility and enhanced absorbency
- More pleasant experience for patients due to comfortable, flexible material
- Easy removal with water-spray
Top 10 Cotton Pellets & Alternatives for Dental Practices
2. Roeko Cotton Rolls
Roeko Cotton-rolls are soft and absorbent for those dentists who prefer dental rolls made of cotton.
- High absorbency
- Soft and smooth, pleasant for patient
- Packed in plastic bags protecting contents from moisture and dust
- Non-chlorine bleached
3. Defend® Cotton Rolls
Defend® Cotton Rolls provide superior absorbency and maintain their shape when wet.
- Does not adhere to mucous membranes
- 100% virgin cotton
- Nonlinting
- Soft texture
- Pliable
4. NeoDrys® Saliva Absorbents
NeoDrys® Saliva Absorbents control the risk of parotid saliva contamination while providing cheek protection. Complete coverage of parotid orifice and entire buccal mucosa with poly film for cutting barrier.
- Facilitates work far back in the oral cavity
- No loose fibers or other residues are left in the mouth
- Effective replacement for rubber dam
- The flexible, tapered design accommodates cheek movements
5. NeoDrys® Saliva Absorbents
NeoDrys® Saliva Absorbents control the risk of parotid saliva contamination while providing cheek protection. Complete coverage of parotid orifice and entire buccal mucosa with poly film for cutting barrier.
- Facilitates work far back in the oral cavity
- No loose fibers or other residues are left in the mouth
- Effective replacement for rubber dam
- The flexible, tapered design accommodates cheek movements
6. Dri-Angle® Cotton Roll Alternative
Dri-Angle is a thin, absorbent, cellulose triangle that provides an alternative to cotton rolls to provide a dry field for a variety of dental procedures, including composite restorations as well as cementing and bonding.
Brand: Dri-Angle®
Chlorine Content: Not Chlorine Bleached
Manufacturer Name: DENTAL HEALTH PRODUCTS INC
Material: Cotton
Package Quantity: 400/Pkg
Product Type: Absorbent Pads
Size: Small
Starching: Unstarched
7. Dri-Aid™ Cotton Wafers
Dri-Aid™ cotton wafers are thin, absorbent, protective replacements for cotton rolls. They are ideal for use during the placement of posterior composite restorations, sealants, crowns or during fluoride application.
Brand: Dri-Aid™
Color: White
Manufacturer Name: YOUNG MICROBRUSH LLC
Material: Cotton
Package Quantity: 750/Pkg
Product Type: Absorbent Pads
Size: Small
8. TIDI Cotton Rolls
TIDI non-linting cotton rolls are machine-rolled into soft, pliable cylinders. These rolls offer quality at an economical price.
Chlorine Content: Not Chlorine Bleached
Contains: 40 (50 rolls) bundles
Manufacturer Name: TIDI PRODUCTS LLC
Material: Cotton
Overall Diameter: 5/16″
Overall Length: 1-1/2″ L
Package Quantity: 2000/Pkg
Product Type: Cotton Rolls
Size: # 1
Starching: Unstarched
Sterilization: Nonsterile
9. Braided Cotton Rolls
Braided Cotton Rolls provide isolation while maintaining an excellent dry field with unique wicking action.
- Made with purified, medical-grade cotton and held together with silky yarn instead of chemicals or starch
- Does not stick to the mucosa, making it easy to remove from the patient’s mouth
- No need to rewet cotton rolls to remove from the mouth
- Innovative, flexible design for excellent adaptability and a secure fit into the buccal curvature and the sublingual space
- Higher, quicker absorption without losing its shape, reducing the number of rolls needed
- Manufactured in the USA
10. Roeko Parotisrolls
Roeko Parotisroll exerts gentle pressure on the parotis gland reducing saliva flow. Used buccally, lingually or labially the spring action inside this cotton dental roll helps to keep the mouth open; the roll retracts the cheek, lips and tongue providing sufficient space for efficient and undisturbed treatment.
- Reduces saliva flow
- Keeps the mouth open and retracts the cheek
- Absorbs the surrounding saliva
- Stays in place
- Non-chlorine bleached
- Multipurpose with spring action
