Description
The DermaRite ComfiTel Silicone Contact Layer Dressing sits between the wound and the absorbent dressing so changes stop hurting. It adheres gently to intact skin but not to the wound itself, and its porous mesh lets exudate pass through to the outer dressing. Patients feel the difference at the first change.
- Pain Free Changes – Silicone contact releases from the wound bed without sticking.
- Open Mesh Flow – The porous mesh passes exudate through to the outer dressing.
- Assessment Friendly – A semi-transparent layer supports wound checks between changes.
Silicone Contact Layer for Pain Free Dressing Changes
ComfiTel is a silicone wound contact layer designed as a protective barrier between the wound and the outer dressing. The porous mesh design allows wound exudate to pass through to absorbent dressing materials while the silicone surface adheres to intact skin only. That selective adhesion minimizes pain and the risk of damage to the wound during dressing removal. The layer is semi-transparent, which supports easy wound assessment without full removal. It contains no latex and serves wounds from venous and pressure ulcers to burns, abrasions and surgical or trauma wounds.
Features and Benefits
Selective Adhesion
- Skin Only Grip – The silicone adheres gently to intact skin but not to wounds, protecting new tissue at changes.
- Pain Minimizing – Reduced adhesion to the wound bed minimizes pain and potential trauma during removal.
- Latex Free – The contact layer does not contain latex, suiting latex sensitive patients.
Exudate Pathway
- Porous Mesh – The open mesh lets exudate pass through to the absorbent outer dressing instead of pooling.
- Semi-Transparent View – Semi-transparency supports easy wound assessment between full changes.
- Barrier Role – It works as a protective barrier between the wound and the outer dressing across many wound types.
Product Specifications
Sizes and Packaging
- 2" x 3": 10 dressings per box
- 3" x 4": 10 dressings per box
- 4" x 7": 10 dressings per box
Product Details
- Dressing Type: Silicone wound contact layer
- Construction: Porous mesh
- Latex: Does not contain latex
- Manufacturer: DermaRite Industries LLC, North Bergen, NJ
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Why Choose ComfiTel Under Absorbent Dressings
Most dressing change pain comes from the layer touching the wound, not the absorbent pad above it. ComfiTel replaces that contact point with silicone that lets go of the wound and holds the skin instead. The outer dressing can then be changed more often without disturbing the wound bed.
- Calmer Changes – Atraumatic removal lowers pain scores and patient dread around dressing changes.
- Wound Bed Protection – New granulation tissue is not stripped away when the outer dressing is lifted.
- Free Fluid Passage – The porous mesh keeps exudate moving into the absorbent dressing where it belongs.
- Assessment Window – Semi-transparency lets clinicians check the wound without removing the layer.
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a contact layer do?
It sits on the wound as a protective barrier, letting exudate pass to the outer absorbent dressing while preventing that dressing from sticking to the wound.
Does it stick to the wound?
No. It adheres gently to intact skin but not to wounds.
Which wounds can use it?
Venous ulcers, pressure ulcers, dry to heavily exudating abrasions, surgical and trauma wounds, first and second degree burns, cuts and lacerations.
Can I see the wound through it?
It is semi-transparent, which makes wound assessment easier.
Does it contain latex?
No. The manufacturer states it does not contain latex.
