Table 1: Comparison of Top 5 Dental Hot & Cold Packs – Digits and Numbers
| Name | Number of Packs | Activation | Temperature | Conformity | Toxicity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Cold Packs | 24 | Squeeze | Cold | Not stated | No |
| Instant Disposable Packs | 24 | Squeeze | Hot/Cold | Yes | Not stated |
| InstaKool Instant Cold | Not stated | Instant | Cold | Not stated | No |
| Jack Frost Reusable Packs | Not stated | Microwave | Hot/Cold | Yes | No |
| Instant Cold Packs w/Urea | Case | Squeeze | Cold | Yes | No |
Table 2: Comparison of Top 5 Dental Hot & Cold Packs – Features
| Name | Conformity | Flexibility | Ease of Use | Reusability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Cold Packs | Not stated | Not stated | Very easy | Single use |
| Instant Disposable Packs | Yes | Yes | Very easy | Single use |
| InstaKool Instant Cold | Not stated | Not stated | Very easy | Single use |
| Jack Frost Reusable Packs | Yes | Yes | Easy | Reusable |
| Instant Cold Packs w/Urea | Yes | Yes | Very easy | Single use |
Top 10 Dental Dressing & Medicines
1. Instant Cold Packs by Halyard Health
Halyard Health Instant Cold Packs require minimal setup time and materials, with virtually no cleanup compared to ice-filled gloves, plastic bags, and other “makeshift” ice bags. The cold packs are manufactured without natural rubber latex or DEHP. Simply squeeze and shake them to activate them. Once activated, these packs will consistently maintain a cold temperature for a full 20 minutes of clinically recommended application.
- Immediate cold therapy
- Convenient
- Portable
- 20 minutes of cold therapy
2. Instant Disposable Hot/Cold Packs by Dynarex Corporation
- Single squeeze allows for easy application of cold pack, offering immediate relief to the injured area
- Instant Hot Pack provides soothing warmth
- Flexible material conforms to body contours
3. InstaKool™ Instant Cold Packs by Nortech Laboratories Inc
InstaKool™ Instant Cold Packs deliver immediate cold therapy for first aid.
- CarbamaKool™ keeps it cooler and longer
- Instant activation
- Exceeds American National Standard minimum requirements for workplace first aid kits
- Latex free
4. Jack Frost™ Reusable Hot/Cold Gel Packs by Cardinal Health
These reusable gel packs can be heated in a microwave for warm therapy or placed in a freezer for cold therapy. Contents are nontoxic and nonirritating. Soft-freeze packs stay flexible when chilled to easily mold to the injured area.
5. Instant Cold Packs with Urea by Dynarex Corporation
Dynarex urea cold packs offer immediate relief to the injured area by a single squeeze activating the cold pack.
- Flexible material conforms to body contours
- Urea base is non-toxic.
- Ideal for clinics, recreation centers, and schools and used in first aid kits
- Available in 2 different sizes and are sold by the case
6. Bilateral Facial Ice Packs
Bilateral Facial Ice Packs are designed for maxillofacial and dental procedures. These cold packs are made with 3-layer Stay-Dry™ construction to help reduce wetness due to condensation and provide up to 2.5 hours of consistent cold therapy.
- 3-layer construction
- Includes a blue polyester fabric for strap attachment
- Minimizes condensation
- Soft outer cover
- Single ice chamber for easy filling
- Conforms to the upper face and eyes
7. Kwik-Kold® Instant Cold Packs
Kwik-Kold® Instant Cold Packs are single-use instant cold packs that offer a convenient and cost-effective method of delivering localized therapy.
- No special preparation or refrigeration needed
- Store at room temperature
- Activate with a firm squeeze and a gentle shake
- Stays at 33°F/0.5°C for about 30 minutes
8. Reusable Gel Packs
Reusable Gel Packas help provide hot or cold therapy for convenient and effective pain relief.
- Easy to use – freeze or microwave
- Made of non-toxic materials
- Does not contain DEHP
9. Therma-Kool® Reusable Hot or Cold Packs by Nortech Laboratories Inc
Therma-Kool® is a reusable gel pack designed to provide comfortable pain relief when cold or hot therapy is required.
- Easy to use: Freeze for cold therapy, Microwave for hot therapy
- Non-toxic and environmentally friendly
- Can be washed easily and remains odor and bacteria free
- Remains soft and flexible when frozen
- Latex free
- 4″ x 5″ – Specifically for cold therapy, used with swelling
- 4″ x 9″ – Ankle, elbow or wrist size. Ideal for sports-related injuries or other treatments requiring hot and cold therapy
- 6″ x 9″ – Shoulder or knee size. Designed to surround larger joints
- 4″ x 6″ – Mini or face size. Designed to be used hot or cold for small areas
10. Dental Pack™ Reusable Cold Packs
Dental Pack™ Reusable Cold Packs are used to reduce swelling and discomfort from dental procedures such as tooth extractions, root canals, and postoperative procedures.
- Soft, flexible, and conforming when frozen
- Safe for use on children when supervised by an adult
- Comfortable weight with no dripping
- Not made with natural rubber latex
- Environmentally friendly and non-toxic
- Made in the USA
