“If I got to choose each day between a mask treated with Oxafence and a regular mask, that’s a no-brainer. I’d choose Oxafence.” U.S. Medical Group Co-Vice President
Needed Antiviral Protection
“Everything in the air lands somewhere.” NZ Dental Hygienist
Once exposed, viruses like SARS-CoV-2 and Influenza can remain infective for hours and even days^ on a mask’s surface, leading to crosscontamination and transmission risks. That’s why our founders, neurosurgeon Dr James Chen and Pediatric Surgeon Dr Thomas Lendvay, developed Oxafence. It’s an extra level of protection – Active Protection – that kills viruses* while masks are being worn. Where most masks trap and shield viruses, Oxafence kills. The ProGear Antiviral Surgical Masks with Oxafence begin inactivating viruses* immediately, inactivate 99% by 5 minutes, and achieve 99.9% inactivation by 15 minutes.
High Performance Standards
The ProGear Antiviral Masks with Oxafence provide the highest level of ASTM protection. ASTM International rates masks according to three levels based on filtration and fluid resistance requirements. Level 1 (L1) masks are generally known to provide the lowest level of barrier protection, and Level 3 (L3) masks provide the highest barrier protection. L3s are often recommended in situations involving moderate to heavy levels of fluids, spray, and/ or aerosols. And that’s why the ProGear Antiviral Surgical Masks with Oxafence are Level 3. The four-layer design exceeds the ASTM L3 standard for Bacterial and Particulate Filtration Efficiency (BFE & PFE) of 98% (BFE is 99.88 and PFE is 99.77) and Fluid Barrier Protection is 160 mm Hg (consistent with the standards).
Premium Quality and Comfort
“COVID raised the bar with respect to mask quality.” NZ Dentist and Clinical Director
Whether you are wearing the mask for minutes or hours, we hope you forget you are wearing it all. The ProGear Antiviral Surgical Masks with Oxafence are made in the USA with premium materials and are designed for enhanced comfort, fit, filtration, and breathability. The patented Wave-Fit pre-bent nosepiece allows for easier donning and prevents glasses from fogging. And the fit is snug and secure at the sides. The ProGear Antiviral Surgical Masks with Oxafence are manufactured by Prestige Ameritech, the largest domestic mask manufacturer in the U.S.
ProGear Antiviral Surgical Masks with Oxafence
- ASTM Level 3
- Antiviral*
- Fog-Reducing
- USA-Made
- Premium Quality
- Enhanced Comfort
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*Tested against SARS-CoV-2 and Influenza A/H1N1 in vitro. Oxafence starts working immediately in visible light but is specifically optimised for normal, indoor lighting environments where mask use/wear is common (typically ~500-700 lux). Oxafence inactivates 99% of SARS-CoV-2 and H1N1 in 5 minutes and 99.9% in 15 minutes in ambient light (~500 lux). Any clinical event has not been evaluated. ^Chin et al. (The Lancet, 2020). Surgical masks, when worn properly, may reduce potential exposure to blood and bodily fluids. No surgical mask eliminates the risk of contracting any disease or infection. If pregnant, nursing, or hypersensitive to Methylene Blue, consult your physician prior to use. This product is not made with natural rubber latex. Do not use in MRI. Information may not be applicable to countries outside of New Zealand, nor may products marketed in New Zealand necessarily be available in other countries. This does not constitute promotion of products outside New Zealand.
Article Published June - Aug 2024 Dental Solutions