Hand Hygiene

The moisturizing solution that’s tough on bacteria.

Greater than 99% kill of MRSA and other microbes (in vitro)1 Effective against eight viruses associated with the common cold and flu (in vitro)² Over 98% kill of harmful bacteria in 15 seconds (in vitro)¹

And easy on skin.

• Results in better skin condition3 versus the use of a traditional antiseptic handwash as assessed by an expert grader in a hospital study³
• Nine out of ten healthcare professionals prefer Avagard D antiseptic to their routine hand hygiene regimen (self-assessment data from healthcare professionals – 111/118 in hospital trials)⁴
• Paraben, fragrance, and dye free⁵
• CHG- and latex glove-compatible

Features and Benefits

• Provides rapid bactericidal action against a broad spectrum of microorganisms
• Helps maintain the skin's integrity and prevents skin breakdown.
• Contains 61% w/w ethyl alcohol in a moisturizing base.
• Meets the CDC6 Guideline for Hand Hygiene in healthcare settings.
• Unique rich emollient base feels smooth on hands, but doesn't leave hands sticky or impact glove performance
• Proven to have broad spectrum activity to kill more than 99% of harmful bacteria within 15 seconds and is effective against MRSA and VRE antibiotic-resistant bacteria (based on in vitro testing on specific strains)
• Quick and easy to use and fits easily within the dental professional work environment

1. Data on file, 3M.
2. Modified standard test methods, ASTM E 1052. Data on file.
3. Data on file, 3M.
4. History on file.
5. History on file.
6. CDC Guideline for Handwashing and Hospital Environmental Control, 1985, Julia S. Garner; Martin S. Favero, Hospital Infections Program Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

To order
Contact your authorized 3M ESPE dental distributor.

Non-Aerosol Foaming Hand Antiseptic with Moisturizers

The Hand Sanitizer that does it all…

Easy on Hands

• Contains emollients to moisturize the skin
• Dye and Fragrance Free
• Preservative Free
• No Sticky Residue
• Latex free formulation and dispensers

Easy to Apply

• Dispensed as a non-aerosol foam
• Spreads Quickly & Evenly
• Dries Easily & Fast
• No Gel Thick Spots

Easy for Facilities

• Drip & Splatter Resistant
• Versatile Point-of-care solutions to improve compliance

To order
Contact your authorized 3M ESPE dental distributor.

Instant Hand Antiseptic with Emollients

Clean your hands, for your patients, for yourself
User preference is a key factor in improving hand hygiene compliance in health care facilities. Not only must a hand hygiene product be effective, but it must be easy to use, accessible, and gentle to skin. 3M is proud to introduce a new member to its growing Hand Hygiene Solutions family.

3M™ Hand Antiseptic Gel is the hand sanitizer that meets all of these needs.

• Contains 70% w/w ethyl alcohol
• Broad-spectrum activity kills more than 99% of harmful bacteria
• Effective against MRSA and VRE antibiotic-resistant bacteria
• Latex & Fragrance Free
• Contains emollients to moisturize skin.

3M Hand Antiseptic Gel is compatible with the range of 3M Point-of-Care brackets. Having product available directly at the location of patient contact and care is another key initiative in facilitating hand hygiene compliance.

To order
Contact your authorized 3M ESPE dental distributor.